# sierra leone (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover sierra leone. Page: Feed: --- ## [As MPs’ Calls Mount to Prioritise Kent Seaport Project… Karefa A.F. Kargbo Secures Parliamentary Approval, Outlines Revenue Reform Agenda](https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/archives/63713) _2026-08-21 · The Calabash Newspaper · The Calabash Newspaper_ Sierra Leone’s drive to strengthen domestic revenue mobilization and improve fiscal management received renewed attention on Thursday, August 20, 2026, when Parliament approved Karefa Ansumana Francis Kargbo as the country’s new Minister of Finance. His approval was accompanied by bipartisan appeals for the Government to support the proposed Kent seaport as part of efforts \[…\] The post As MPs’… ## [Caritas Freetown Trains Disaster Committees to Strengthen Emergency Preparedness in Vulnerable Communities](https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/archives/63710) _2026-08-21 · The Calabash Newspaper · The Calabash Newspaper_ Caritas Freetown, with financial support from Trócaire, has conducted a two-day training and simulation exercise aimed at strengthening disaster preparedness, risk mapping and emergency-response capacity in vulnerable communities across Western Area Urban. The exercise, held on August 17 and 18, 2026, formed part of a project titled: “Strengthening Community Disaster Preparedness, Flood… ## [Health Ministry Begins First-Ever Local Production of Infection Prevention Supplies](https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/archives/63707) _2026-08-21 · The Calabash Newspaper · The Calabash Newspaper_ The Ministry of Health has recorded a significant breakthrough in Sierra Leone’s healthcare system by commencing the first-ever local production of essential infection prevention and control supplies for Government hospitals and health facilities nationwide. The initiative was announced on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at Youyi Building in Freetown as part of the Ministry’s 300 \[…\] The post Health… ## [JM Mining’s Licence Offer Lapsed Over Unpaid US$1.1 Million Fees, Government Says](https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/archives/63704) _2026-08-21 · The Calabash Newspaper · The Calabash Newspaper_ The Ministry of Mines and Mineral Resources and the National Minerals Agency (NMA) have clarified that JM Mining Kenema (SL) Limited never obtained a Large-Scale Mining Licence in Sierra Leone, rejecting claims that such a licence was revoked or withdrawn by the Government. According to a joint statement issued by the two institutions on \[…\] The post JM Mining’s Licence Offer Lapsed Over Unpaid… ## [Melron Nicol-Wilson Esq. Urges Supreme Court to Nullify Constitutional Amendment Bill](https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/archives/63701) _2026-08-21 · The Calabash Newspaper · The Calabash Newspaper_ Legal practitioner Melron C. Nicol-Wilson Esq. has challenged the procedure used by Parliament to pass the Constitution of Sierra Leone (Amendment) Bill, 2025, arguing that the required two-thirds majority was not obtained during the parliamentary vote. In a letter dated August 18, 2026, and addressed to the Right Honourable Speaker of Parliament, Segepoh Solomon \[…\] The post Melron Nicol-Wilson… ## [Sierra Leone’s Professor Charles C. Jalloh Secures Broad International Backing for ICJ Election](https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/archives/63700) _2026-08-21 · The Calabash Newspaper · The Calabash Newspaper_ Sierra Leonean international law scholar and jurist, Professor Dr. Charles C. Jalloh, is heading into the November 3, 2026 election for the International Court of Justice (ICJ) with significant regional and international backing, following endorsements from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the African Union (AU) and nominations by 13 countries from \[…\] The post Sierra… ## [ONS Confirms Nationwide Hunt for Suspected Drug Traffickers Umarr Sheriff and Jos Leijdekkers](https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/archives/63697) _2026-08-21 · The Calabash Newspaper · The Calabash Newspaper_ Sierra Leone’s security agencies have intensified their search for Umarr Sheriff and alleged international drug trafficker Jos Leijdekkers as part of ongoing efforts to disrupt organized drug trafficking networks operating across national borders. Abdul Karim Will, Director of Strategic Communications at the Office of National Security (ONS), confirmed the search during AYV’s State of \[…\] The post… ## [FAWAZ RANDCEM Cement Gains Market Confidence as Sierra Leone’s Construction Sector Expands](https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/archives/63690) _2026-08-21 · The Calabash Newspaper · The Calabash Newspaper_ Sierra Leone’s growing investment in housing, commercial facilities and public infrastructure has increased the need for dependable building materials. Responding to this demand, FAWAZ Building Materials is promoting RANDCEM 42.5R Cement as a reliable product for contractors, engineers, developers, masons and homeowners. Construction activity continues to expand across the country, with new… ## [SLURC Hands Over Climate Resilient Housing Upgrades in Moyiba](https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/archives/63687) _2026-08-21 · The Calabash Newspaper · The Calabash Newspaper_ The Sierra Leone Urban Research Centre (SLURC) formally handed over four upgraded climate resilient homes to beneficiaries in the Moyiba informal settlement as part of efforts to demonstrate affordable ways of improving housing resilience to climate change. The ceremony was held on Thursday, August 20, 2026, The intervention was implemented under the URBAN TRACS \[…\] The post SLURC Hands Over… ## [MTHE Bids Farewell to 26 Sierra Leonean Scholarship Awardees Bound for Hungary](https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/archives/63681) _2026-08-21 · The Calabash Newspaper · The Calabash Newspaper_ The Ministry of Technical and Higher Education (MTHE) has officially bid farewell to 26 Sierra Leonean students awarded scholarships under the 2026/2027 Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme. The beneficiaries are expected to pursue undergraduate, Master’s and Doctoral programmes at various universities in Hungary. During a pre-departure engagement, Government officials encouraged them to… ## [AI QA That Opens Fix PRs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/fJfnJ4LVMtbP) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Runs browser QA, files issues with repro evidence, and opens fix PRs. ## [QNET Announces New Global and African Leadership to Drive Next Phase of Growth in Africa and beyond](https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/archives/63638) _2026-08-19 · The Calabash Newspaper · The Calabash Newspaper_ 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 Assumes Office as Sierra Leone’s Foreign Affairs Minister](https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/archives/63634) _2026-08-19 · The Calabash Newspaper · The Calabash Newspaper_ 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, Afrimoney Boost East End Lions’ CAF Campaign with NLe150,000](https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/archives/63633) _2026-08-19 · The Calabash Newspaper · The Calabash Newspaper_ 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,… ## [Health Minister Inspects $3.5 Million Medical Training Facility at COMAHS, Health Projects at Lakkah](https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/archives/63626) _2026-08-19 · The Calabash Newspaper · The Calabash Newspaper_ 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… ## [Government Urged to Take Immediate Action Against Growing Street Begging in Freetown](https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/archives/63623) _2026-08-19 · The Calabash Newspaper · The Calabash Newspaper_ 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 Urges President Bio to Withhold Assent Pending Supreme Court Review](https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/archives/63621) _2026-08-19 · The Calabash Newspaper · The Calabash Newspaper_ 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.… ## [Correctional Service Dismisses Social Media Reports of Zainab Sheriff’s Death as Fake News](https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/archives/63616) _2026-08-19 · The Calabash Newspaper · The Calabash Newspaper_ 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, MiKashBoks Launch ‘Save to Buy’ Initiative to Make Clean Cooking More Affordable](https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/archives/63613) _2026-08-19 · The Calabash Newspaper · The Calabash Newspaper_ 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… ## [APC Current Executive to Remain in Office Pending Court Decision – PPRC Says](https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/archives/63608) _2026-08-19 · The Calabash Newspaper · The Calabash Newspaper_ 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… ## [RANDCEM 42.5R Cement Raises Quality Standards in Sierra Leone’s Building Industry](https://thecalabashnewspaper.com/archives/63605) _2026-08-19 · The Calabash Newspaper · The Calabash Newspaper_ 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,… ## [Point once, get highlights (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/EtSFJ8bpUTaJ) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Get minutes worth watching from a whole game — point once ## [Sunday Lotto Windfall!! Mercury International pays over 4.5 Billion to over 8000 winners](https://www.slena.gov.sl/post/sunday-lotto-windfall-mercury-international-pays-over-4-5-billion-to-over-8000-winners) _2026-08-19 · Guest · SLENA_ Sierra Leone’s top betting operator, Mercury International, continues to show its prowess as it makes it second largest Lotto payouts of the year, totalling Nle 4,572,418 (Four Billion, Five Hundred and Seventy-Two Million, Four Hundred and Eighteen Thousand Old Leones) to over 8,000 lottery winners across Sierra Leone. This latest payment came following Sunday’s Lotto draws, as both ‘Sunday… ## [SLID and CISA Seal New Pact to Strengthen Sierra Leone Security](https://www.slena.gov.sl/post/slid-and-cisa-seal-new-pact-to-strengthen-sierra-leone-security) _2026-08-14 · Mabinty Koroma SLENA Correspondent · SLENA_ The Minister of Internal Affairs, Morie Lengor, has presided over the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Sierra Leone Immigration Department (SLID) and the Central Intelligence and Security Agency (CISA), in a move aimed at deepening cooperation on national security, border management, intelligence and migration. The agreement was signed at the Ministry of Internal Affairs… ## [Ministry of Agriculture Unveils Deputy Ministers, Reinforces Commitment to Food Self-Sufficiency](https://www.slena.gov.sl/post/ministry-of-agriculture-unveils-deputy-ministers-reinforces-commitment-to-food-self-sufficiency-1) _2026-08-11 · Musa Kamara SLENA Correspondent · SLENA_ The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (MAFS) has formally unveiled its two Deputy Ministers, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening leadership, deepening teamwork, and accelerating progress towards food self-sufficiency in Sierra Leone. Speaking at the unveiling ceremony, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Dr Henry Musa Kpaka, described the appointments as a significant… ## [Sierra Leone Bids Farewell to Mariyam Lorba Konneh Ahead of Miss World](https://www.slena.gov.sl/post/sierra-leone-bids-farewell-to-mariyam-lorba-konneh-ahead-of-miss-world) _2026-08-08 · MTCA Communications · SLENA_ The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs has held a Colourful farewell ceremony for Mariyam Lorba Konneh, Sierra Leone’s representative at Miss World pageant in Vietnam this September. Event organised by Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs brought together government officials, cultural leaders, creative-industry members to celebrate Konneh’s journey and offer encouragement. Emmanuel A.B.… ## [Sierra Leone officials complete China training, eye stronger bilateral cooperation](https://www.slena.gov.sl/post/sierra-leone-officials-complete-china-training-eye-stronger-bilateral-cooperation) _2026-08-06 · Henry Keywor Brima · SLENA_ Twenty-six Sierra Leone government officials completed diplomatic training in China, capping two-week programmed focused on stronger skills, deeper bilateral ties and broader development cooperation. The delegation, drawn from the ministries of foreign affairs, finance, local government and justice, attended the seminar from July 23 to Aug. 5 at Renmin University of China. The programmed, themed… ## [Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio Reaffirms Commitment to Private Sector Growth as He Hosts Access Bank PLC Leadership](https://www.slena.gov.sl/post/sierra-leone-s-president-julius-maada-bio-reaffirms-commitment-to-private-sector-growth-as-he-hosts) _2026-08-05 · State House Media and Communications Unit · SLENA_ His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio today received Roosevelt Ogbonna, Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Access Bank PLC, at State House, where discussions focused on strengthening private sector investment, expanding financial inclusion, and supporting Sierra Leone's economic transformation. Presenting the delegation, the Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Access… ## [Ministry of Communication launches Digital Infrastructure Dialogue to expand trust, Access and Innovation](https://www.slena.gov.sl/post/ministry-of-communication-launches-digital-infrastructure-dialogue-to-expand-trust-access-and-innov) _2026-08-05 · Sheku Kutubu, SLENA Correspondent · SLENA_ The Ministry of Communication, Technology and Innovation (MoCTI) hosted the two-day National Digital Public Infrastructure Public-Private Sector Dialogue Forum on August 4 and 5 at the National Telecommunication Authority (NaTCA) Building Auditorium in Imatt, South Ridge. The event Held under the theme, “Building Sierra Leone’s Digital Trust and Transaction Infrastructure,” the forum brought… ## [World Bank Engages the Ministry of Mines as Country Partnership Framework Discussion Continues.](https://www.slena.gov.sl/post/world-bank-engages-the-ministry-of-mines-as-country-partnership-framework-discussion-continues) _2026-08-04 · Senior Correspondent: Ramdul S. Kargbo · SLENA_ The World Bank and Ministry of Mines and Mineral Resources on Tuesday deepened consultations on new Country Partnership Framework, placing mining reform, youth employment and investment at center of long-term development planning. The meeting in Freetown brought together officials from the World Bank, the Ministry of Mines and Mineral Resources, and the National Mineral Agency to define priority… ## [Government Sets aside International Public Service Day as National celebration](https://www.slena.gov.sl/post/government-sets-aside-international-public-service-day-as-national-celebration) _2026-08-04 · Kadijatu Kabba SLENA Correspondent · SLENA_ Government Cabinet has set aside the recognition of International Public Service Day as a national celebration, Minister Amara Kallon announced during the Government Weekly Press Briefing at Miatta Conference Centre. Minister Kallon said the initiative celebrates, recognises, rand ewards public servants while promoting public service in national development. He acknowledged contributions across… ## [Hire AI-Powered Professionals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/dqXKQfXKwoxg) _2026-08-04 · **Sponsored**_ Browse public gigs, message candidates, and run video interviews — free to start. ## [Fisheries ministry donates fish to hospitals, vulnerable homes](https://www.slena.gov.sl/post/fisheries-ministry-donates-fish-to-hospitals-vulnerable-homes) _2026-08-04 · Fatima Fofanah · SLENA_ The Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources donated 100 cartons of fish to major government hospitals and vulnerable homes across Freetown's Western and Eastern areas, supporting President Julius Maada Bio's Human Capital Development Agenda through improved nutrition. Minister Princess Dugba, Deputy Minister Ahmed S. Kanu, Acting Director Sheku Sei, Permanent Secretary Brima S. Kebbie and…