SIERRA LEONE PREMIER LEAGUE CLUBS SET FOR CAF CONTINENTAL TEST*By Kemoh SesaySierra Leone Premier League clubs East End Lions Football Club and Star Sports Academy Football Club will take centre stage this weekend as they represent Sierra Leone in the CAF Inter-Club Competitions.East End Lions will
FREETOWN — The Campaign for Human Rights and Development International (CHRDI) has called for an independent investigation into alleged labour rights violations at the Sierra Leone Civil Aviation Authority (SLCAA), accusing the public institution of failing to respond to concerns raised over workers
APC Challenges Speaker’s Ruling on Constitutional Amendment Bill at Supreme CourtThe main opposition All People’s Congress (APC) has filed a case before the Supreme Court of Sierra Leone, challenging the Speaker of Parliament’s ruling that paved the way for the passage of the 2025 Constitutional Ame
The High Court has restrained members of the All People’s Congress (APC) Executive from performing their functions as party executives, while allowing the National Chairman and Secretary-General to provide limited administrative support for the ongoing district-level elections.The injunction bars th
The High Court of Sierra Leone has issued an interim injunction barring Alhaji Osman Foday Yansaneh and Lansana Dumbuya from representing themselves as executive members of the All Peoples Congress (APC). The ex parte ruling, delivered on August 27, 2026, by Justice A. Fisher, follows a motion by pl
At just 14 years old, Mohammed Ali Dumbuya of Fourahbay Community has made history as the youngest player to score a goal in the COFA Inter Community Champions League group stage.Dumbuya produced a moment of brilliance in the 47th minute, finishing with class to put Fourahbay 1–0 ahead.However, Koll
Sierra Leone’s Mohamed Alieu Kamara has continued to fly the green, white and blue flag high after securing a silver medal at the just-concluded Mind Sports Olympiad in England.Kamara produced an impressive performance, outshining 26 competitors and finishing with 5 wins and 2 losses, alongside an o
Freetown — Ady Macauley Esq., a flag bearer aspirant for the All Peoples Congress and former Anti-Corruption Commissioner, has issued a rejoinder to Dr. Michael Imran Kanu’s article defending the Constitution of Sierra Leone (Amendment) Bill, 2025, arguing that the Bill’s passage on 10 August 2026 v
Freetown — The Citizens Advocacy Network (CAN) has formally petitioned President Julius Maada Bio to withhold assent from the Constitution of Sierra Leone (Amendment) Bill, 2025, arguing that Parliament failed to secure the constitutionally required two-thirds majority for its passage.The Bill was p
Sierra Leone’s Men’s Under-16 basketball team has suffered a difficult start at the FIBA Zone II U-16 Qualifiers in Senegal, with two heavy defeats raising questions about the team’s preparation and the broader development of youth basketball in the country.The Sierra Leone side lost 88–45 to hosts
The Lawyers’ Society has called on relevant authorities to provide urgent medical and psychosocial care for Zainab Sherrif and other inmates whose health may require specialised attention.In a statement, the Society said reports concerning Sherrif’s health require immediate and appropriate action, s
The European Union has supported flood-affected communities in Sierra Leone with €175,000 in emergency humanitarian assistance, describing the funding as an “expression of European solidarity” with those affected.The assistance, channelled through the Sierra Leone Red Cross Society, will support 5,1
Sierra Leone and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have held bilateral discussions aimed at strengthening cooperation on gender equality, women’s empowerment, inclusion and the protection of women and children.The discussions brought together Sierra Leone’s Minister of Gender and Children’s Aff
Freetown, Sierra Leone — The Citizens Advocacy Network (CAN) has firmly denied that it was formally invited by the Sierra Leone Police for discussions concerning its planned protest and procession scheduled for Wednesday, 26th August 2026.In a press statement issued in response to the Police’s Augus
The Government of Sierra Leone has clarified that citizens are not banned from travelling to or transiting through Guinea, provided they have valid travel documents and meet the required immigration and security conditions.The clarification comes amid Guinea’s restrictions on Sierra Leonean migrants
The Sierra Leone Police has disallowed a planned peaceful protest and procession by the Citizens Advocacy Network (CAN), scheduled for August 26, 2026, in parts of Freetown.In a letter dated August 20 and addressed to CAN Executive Director Thomas Moore Conteh, the Police said the decision followed
The Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) has further expanded its international football cooperation following the signing of a two-year renewable partnership agreement with the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF).SLFA President Babadi Kamara presented the agreement to members of the Assoc
The Political Parties Regulation Commission (PPRC) has suspended its plan to remove the All People’s Congress (APC) executive, confirming that current leaders will remain in office until the court decides the case.The Commission had earlier ordered that party affairs be handed over to the APC Parlia
Freetown – The Citizens Advocacy Network has formally notified the Sierra Leone Police of its intention to hold a peaceful protest and procession on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, over Parliament’s handling of the constitutional amendment process.In a letter dated August 17, 2026, addressed to Inspecto
Mohamed Rahman Swarray has formally assumed office as Sierra Leone’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, succeeding Timothy Kabba, who has served in the position since August 2023.The formal transition took place on Monday, August 17, during a handing-over ceremony at the
Freetown – The Inter-Religious Council of Sierra Leone has expressed grave concern over the current stalemate in Parliament regarding the constitutional amendment process, calling on lawmakers to reconvene and find common ground.In a press statement issued on August 17, 2026, the Council commended t
The Sierra Leone Commercial Bank (SLCB) has officially welcomed Housemates Salone Season 4 winner, Suad Baydoun, into its family as a Brand Ambassador.The signing ceremony was held at the bank’s head office on Siaka Stevens Street in Freetown, bringing together representatives from SLCB and Suad Bay
The Sierra Leone Bar Association (SLBA) has officially postponed its Annual General Meeting (AGM) indefinitely, condemning what it describes as “unlawful interference” by the Sierra Leone Police that prevented members from accessing the venue today.In a General Notice signed by General Secretary Alf
State Protection Service Issues New Security Directives for MinistersThe State Protection Service (SPS) has issued new security directives urging government ministers to comply with protocols governing the protection of President Julius Maada Bio and other designated Very Important Persons (VIPs).In