Sierra Leone

Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh pays courtesy visit to the Vice President of Ghana, Her Excellency Prof. Naana Jane Opoku Agyemang Sierra Leone’s Vice President, His Excellency Dr Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, has paid a courtesy visit to the Vice... Read more
Published on: 2026-01-14
By The Calabash Newspaper
The Sierra Leone Broadcasters’ Association (SiLBA) has expressed deep sadness over the destruction of two partner community radio stations, Radio Bankhi-Solofaray and Voice of Youth Radio, both located in the North-West Region, following separate fire incidents on January 9, 2026.... Read more
Published on: 2026-01-14
By The Calabash Newspaper
By Foday Moriba Conteh Musa Tarawallie, one of the personalities seeking to become flagbearer of the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) ahead of the 2028 presidential election, has issued a strong public statement over what he described as dangerous social... Read more
Published on: 2026-01-14
By The Calabash Newspaper
Members of Fathers for Life Club By Kemo Cham In Sierra Leone, a group of men have adopted a novel approach on awareness raising on two of the country’s most pressing and persistent public health challenges – maternal and child... Read more
Published on: 2026-01-14
By The Calabash Newspaper
The Minister of Youth Affairs, Ibrahim Sannoh, has been honoured by Special Olympics Sierra Leone and formally appointed Life Patron of the organisation, in recognition of his consistent support for persons with intellectual disabilities and his commitment to promoting inclusive... Read more
Published on: 2026-01-14
By The Calabash Newspaper
By Foday Moriba Conteh The Government of Sierra Leone, through the Ministry of Information and Civic Education, has announced that the country will mark its first National Remembrance Day on Sunday, 18 January 2026, as a solemn national moment to honour victims and... Read more
Published on: 2026-01-14
By The Calabash Newspaper
The National Public Health Agency (NPHA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Health (MOH), has confirmed an active outbreak of cutaneous ulcers caused by Haemophilus ducreyi in Bombali District, Northern Province, with children reported as the most affected group. In... Read more
Published on: 2026-01-14
By The Calabash Newspaper
SLPHA DG Engages UKHO in strategic engagement The Director General of the Sierra Leone Ports and Harbours Authority (SLPHA), Yankuba Askia Bio, has on Monday January 13, 2026 held strategic engagements with officials of the United Kingdom Hydrographic Office (UKHO),... Read more
Published on: 2026-01-14
By The Calabash Newspaper
Outgoing Orange CEO, Sekou Amadou Bah, Pays Farewell Visit to President Bio President Dr Julius Maada Bio on Monday January 12, 2026 received the outgoing Chief Executive Officer of Orange Sierra Leone, Sekou Amadou Bah at State House, where he... Read more
Published on: 2026-01-14
By The Calabash Newspaper
By Amin Kef (Ranger) The Government of India, through the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), has launched a 10-day Familiarization Visit for Foreign Media Editors and Journalists aimed at strengthening international media cooperation and enhancing participants’ understanding of India’s governance... Read more
Published on: 2026-01-14
By The Calabash Newspaper
Royal Fitness By Foday Moriba Conteh Royal Fitness has emerged as one of Sierra Leone’s most powerful symbols of modern wellness, opening 2026 with renewed energy, upgraded services and an unshakable commitment to transforming how Sierra Leoneans view health, fitness... Read more
Published on: 2026-01-14
By The Calabash Newspaper
Samuel Wise Bangura By Samuel Wise Bangura As Sierra Leone steps into 2026, President Julius Maada Bio has declared a “Year of Action”, a promise of steady leadership and tangible results . However, the air in Freetown carries a familiar... Read more
Published on: 2026-01-12
By The Calabash Newspaper
By Foday Moriba Conteh Orange Sierra Leone has taken a significant step toward deepening employee empowerment and inclusive growth by formally issuing share certificates to its employees under the company’s Employee Shareholding Scheme. The initiative, which grants eligible staff ownership... Read more
Published on: 2026-01-12
By The Calabash Newspaper
President Julius Maada Bio pose for picture with the new Chinese Ambassador to Sierra Leone, Zhao Yong By Amin Kef (Ranger) President Julius Maada Bio has formally received the Letter of Credence from the newly appointed Ambassador of the People’s... Read more
Published on: 2026-01-12
By The Calabash Newspaper
By Amin Kef (Ranger) The Vice President of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, has led a high-level delegation of senior security sector officials to the International Counter-Terrorism Academy (AILCT) in Jacqueville, Côte d’Ivoire, as part of... Read more
Published on: 2026-01-12
By The Calabash Newspaper
President Julius Maada Bio By Ibrahim Sesay The Government of Sierra Leone has announced a decisive policy shift in the management of the country’s mineral assets, following directives issued by President Dr Julius Maada Bio aimed at strengthening national oversight... Read more
Published on: 2026-01-12
By The Calabash Newspaper
Magistrate Daboh By Ibrahim Sesay Two men have been remanded at the Sierra Leone Correctional Centre in Kenema after being arraigned before Magistrate Court No. 1 on serious criminal charges of murder and attempted murder. The accused persons are Abu... Read more
Published on: 2026-01-12
By The Calabash Newspaper
Abdul M. Fatoma, Chief Executive Officer of CHRDI By Amin Kef (Ranger) The Campaign for Human Rights and Development International (CHRDI) has expressed deep concern over what it describes as persistent failures within Sierra Leone’s judicial system, citing prolonged delays,... Read more
Published on: 2026-01-12
By The Calabash Newspaper
Choithram International School By Amin Kef (Ranger) Choithram International School Freetown has been ranked the number one private school in Sierra Leone for 2026 by leading global education rankings platform Schoolbell.net, a remarkable achievement that underscores the school’s world-class quality... Read more
Published on: 2026-01-12
By The Calabash Newspaper
By Foday Moriba Conteh The concerns raised about rising transport costs in Sierra Leone reflect real economic pressures faced by riders, kekeh operators and private motorbike owners. However, attributing those challenges to Shalimar Trading Company and characterizing its role as... Read more
Published on: 2026-01-12
By The Calabash Newspaper