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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE QNET, a global lifestyle and wellness company that uses a direct-selling business model, has announced a strengthened global and regional leadership team with Africa set to play an important role in the company’s future. Collectively, the new team will lead QNET’s efforts to modernise its business, strengthen its product portfolio, enhance the […] The post QNET Announces New…
Mohamed Rahman Swaray has formally assumed office as Sierra Leone’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, pledging to build on the country’s diplomatic achievements and streng then its voice, interests and standing on the international stage. The official handing-over ceremony was held on Monday, 17 August 2026, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and […] The post Mohamed…
Africell and Afrimoney Sierra Leone have provided NLe150,000 in financial support to East End Lions Football Club ahead of the club’s participation in the 2026/2027 CAF Confederation Cup. The donation was presented on Tuesday, 18 August 2026, as East End Lions intensified preparations to represent Sierra Leone in the continental competition. Speaking during the presentation […] The post Africell,…
Minister of Health, Dr. Austin Demby, has inspected ongoing construction work on a modern Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences facility at the College of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences (COMAHS) in Jui, alongside other specialized health infrastructure projects at Lakkah. The inspection, conducted on Monday, 17 August 2026, brought together senior officials and technical experts […] The post…
Street begging is becoming increasingly widespread across Freetown, prompting urgent calls for the Government of Sierra Leone to introduce practical and sustainable measures to address the growing social problem. Men and women capable of working, elderly people, persons living with disabilities and young children can now be seen begging at major intersections, marketplaces, commercial centres, […]…
Dr. Ibrahim Bangura, Leader of the DIB Movement and flagbearer aspirant of the All People’s Congress (APC), has urged President Julius Maada Bio to withhold assent to the recently passed constitutional amendment bill until the Supreme Court determines the constitutional questions arising from Parliament’s proceedings. In a statement dated 14 August 2026, Dr. Ibrahim Bangura […] The post Dr.…
The Sierra Leone Correctional Service (SLCS) has dismissed reports circulating on social media claiming that Zainab Sheriff has died, confirming that she is alive and recovering after receiving medical attention. In an official statement issued on Sunday, 17 August 2026, the Correctional Service said its attention had been drawn to a flyer circulating on social […] The post Correctional Service…
AfriGas and MiKashBoks have entered into a strategic partnership aimed at making clean cooking products more affordable and accessible to households and businesses across Sierra Leone through a flexible savings arrangement. The partnership will use MiKashBoks’ “Save to Buy” feature, allowing customers to gradually save towards the purchase of eligible AfriGas products instead of paying […] The…
The Political Parties Regulation Commission (PPRC) has announced that the current executive members of the All People’s Congress (APC) will continue to manage the affairs of the party pending the determination of a court case challenging part of the Commission’s directives on the tenure of the party’s elected officials. The clarification was contained in a […] The post APC Current Executive to…
Sierra Leone’s expanding construction industry is creating greater demand for quality materials capable of supporting safe, durable and modern structures. FAWAZ Building Materials is responding to this need by marketing RANDCEM 42.5R Cement, which is steadily gaining recognition among construction professionals and property owners. The increasing development of homes, offices, schools, hospitals,…
