Tensions Escalate at Sierra Leone–Guinea Border Over Disputed Yenga Territory By Franklyn Amoah Kemokai Military Buildup Sparks Fears of Potential Conflict A dangerous military standoff is developing along the Sierra Leone-Guinea border as both nations deploy heavily armed troops to the disputed Yenga region. The escalating tensions have raised alarmContinue Reading
Sierra Leonean Innovator Builds Groundbreaking AI Robot That Challenges Stereotypes Revolutionary RAINBOTS Initiative Showcases Disability-Inclusive Robotics FREETOWN, SIERRA LEONE – Sierra Leone’s tech innovation landscape is buzzing with excitement as Abu Gibrilla Conteh, a multi-talented creator, prepares to unveil his revolutionary AI-powered robot. This remarkable creation features a double-amputee designContinue Reading
ECOWAS Commission Concludes Regional Conference on Youth Participation in Governance Sierra Leone Telegraph: 10 May 2025 Youth Empowerment Takes Center Stage at ECOWAS Conference The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, through its Department of Political Affairs, Peace, and Security (PAPS), in collaboration with the West Africa DemocracyContinue Reading
President Julius Maada Bio Calls for Transformative Global Reform at Africa High-Level Forum Sierra Leone Hosts Key Summit on South-South Cooperation Freetown, Sierra Leone – May 7, 2025 – President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone has emerged as a leading advocate for global reform, delivering a powerful address atContinue Reading
Yenga Dispute: Why Sierra Leone Must Consider International Arbitration By John Baimba Sesay | Sierra Leone Telegraph | May 6, 2025 The Need for International Arbitration in the Yenga Conflict While diplomacy has long been Sierra Leone’s preferred approach in reclaiming Yenga from Guinea, recent developments suggest that international arbitrationContinue Reading
Sierra Leone at 64: A Nation’s Struggle Between Independence and Unfulfilled Promises Sierra Leone celebrates 64 years of independence amid mixed feelings By Mackie M. Jalloh | Sierra Leone Telegraph | April 27, 2025 From Hope to Disillusionment: Sierra Leone’s Independence Journey On April 27, 1961, Sierra Leoneans danced inContinue Reading
Sierra Leone Confirms 6 Deaths and 85 New Mpox Cases Amid Ongoing Outbreak Rising Cases and Regional Impact Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Health has reported six additional deaths and 85 new Mpox cases, bringing the total confirmed cases to 763 since the outbreak began in January 2025. The Western AreaContinue Reading
Sierra Leone Calls for Nationwide Prayers to Mark 64th Independence Anniversary Unity and Reflection Take Center Stage Freetown, 24 April 2025 – As Sierra Leone prepares to celebrate its 64th Independence Anniversary, the Office of the President has urged citizens nationwide to observe the occasion through prayers and religious services.Continue Reading
Sierra Leone Showcases Aviation Progress at ICAO FALC 2025 in Doha Sierra Leone’s Minister of Transport and Aviation, Alhaji Fanday Turay Esq. By Amin Kef (Ranger) Minister Turay Highlights Sierra Leone’s Aviation Milestones Sierra Leone’s Minister of Transport and Aviation, Alhaji Fanday Turay Esq., has reaffirmed the country’s commitment toContinue Reading
Democracy Dies When Raw Power Rules and Lawlessness is Legalized The Parallel Between Trumpocracy and African Governance Abdulai Mansaray, author Before Donald Trump’s 2024 election victory, observers of African democracy noticed striking parallels between his incoming administration and governance patterns on the continent. America, long considered the global standard-bearer forContinue Reading
