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Sierra Leone’s chief minister David Sengeh hints at presidential ambitions, ties future bid to legacy of service
The Sun Nigeria
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July 7, 2025
In what could be the clearest indication yet of future presidential ambition, Sierra Leone’s Chief Minister, Dr. David Moinina Sengeh, has suggested that he may consider running for the country’s highest office, on the condition that he deems his...
Leone Stars Forward Alie Conteh Signs Four-Year Deal With Norwegian Top-Flight Club Stromsgodset
Sierraloaded
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July 9, 2025
Sierra Leonean midfielder Alie Conteh, known as “Nzozi,” has made a significant move in his football career, signing a four-year contract with Norwegian top-flight side Stromsgodset. The deal, extending his career in European football, will keep...
Global leaders end women and children’s conference in Sa Leone.
The New Dawn Liberia
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July 10, 2025
By Lewis S. Teh Freetown, Sierra Leone; July 10, 2025 -Global leaders across Africa gather at the 7th Edition of Strengthening Families Conference (SFC) to foster women’s empowerment and child protection across Sierra Leone. The Conference took...
Sierra Leone’s Free Quality Education Project Delivers Two Modern School Buildings in Kono District
Sierraloaded
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July 5, 2025
July 5th, 2025 as part of government continued effort to improve education infrastructure across the country, the Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education (MBSSE), under the government’s flagship Free Quality Education (FQE) initiative,...
Winners Announced at 2025 African Business Chamber (AfBC) Awards
AfricaBusiness.com
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July 9, 2025
The African Business Chamber (AfBC) unveiled the winners of its prestigious 2025 AfBC African Business Awards at a glamorous ceremony held at the Millennium Conference and Hotel Kensington in central London. The awards evening celebrated...
Sierra Leone's President Julius Maada Bio Commissions The Mattru-Senehun Bridge, Praises World Bank For Continued Support To National Development
MENAFN
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July 5, 2025
(MENAFN- APO Group) His Excellency President Dr Julius Maada Bio has officially commissioned the newly constructed Mattru Jong–Senehun Bridge in Jong Chiefdom, Bonthe District, a transformative infrastructure project designed to benefit over...
Sierra Leone Showcases Mineral Potential at Istanbul Investment Forum
Sierraloaded
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July 5, 2025
Sierra Leone is working to attract international investors, with Türkiye emerging as one of its key partners in efforts to develop the country’s rich mineral resources. At a recent investment forum held in Istanbul on May 30, hosted by the Sierra...
Sierra Leone to Launch Oil and Gas Licensing Round Following New Seismic Survey
Sierraloaded
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July 5, 2025
Sierra Leone is preparing to launch a new oil and gas licensing round later this year, following a fresh set of seismic studies that may help revive interest in its offshore resources. The country recently completed a round of seismic data...
Leaked Audio Implicates Admire Bio in Alleged Kush Trafficking in Sierra Leone
Sierraloaded
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July 6, 2025
A leaked audio recording has surfaced, implicating Admire Bio, the niece of Sierra Leone’s President, Julius Maada Bio in serious allegations of drug dealing and involvement in criminal activities. The audio reveals shocking claims about her...
New Price List for Bag of Rice in Sierra Leone Revealed
Sierraloaded
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July 5, 2025
Some Sierra Leoneans were left euphoric after a new price list for various brands of rice was released on the social media, Facebook on Sunday morning, July 5. According to the information released, the 50KG bags of Bella Luna Parboiled rice, Big...
ACC Returns 3 Billion Leones Stolen from Freetown City Council to Mayor Aki-Sawyerr
Sierraloaded
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July 9, 2025
The Anti-Corruption Commission of Sierra Leone has initiated the return of Le3 billion (equivalent to 1 million new Leones) stolen from the Freetown City Council. In a ceremony held today at the ACC’s office, a cheque was presented to Mayor Yvonne...
2025 WAES: Regional integration crucial for West Africa’s economic future
Daily Post
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July 9, 2025
Nigeria’s regional trade dominance is hampered by infrastructure and policy issues. The 2025 West Africa Economic Summit (WAES) highlighted the need for digital identity, youth potential, and private sector partnerships to boost intra-ECOWAS trade...
“Facebook Monetization Not Fully Available in Sierra Leone” – Meta Operations Expert
Sierraloaded
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July 5, 2025
Questions have emerged over the true status of Facebook monetization in Sierra Leone following recent statements from a Meta operations expert showing that important earning features are still unavailable. On June 25, Chief Minister David Moinina...
Sierra Leone Secures $250 Million Investment Deal with OPEC Fund
Sierraloaded
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July 3, 2025
The OPEC Fund for International Development (OPEC Fund) and Sierra Leone have signed a Country Partnership Strategy, which earmarks US$250 million for investments in the West African country until 2030. OPEC Fund President Abdulhamid Alkhalifa...
Sierra Leone Police Partner With DSTI to Digitise Human Resources
Sierraloaded
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July 3, 2025
The Directorate of Science, Technology, and Innovation (DSTI) has engaged with the Sierra Leone Police (SLP) to implement a comprehensive digital transformation of their human resource processes, to modernise the Sierra Leone policing...
Sierra Leone Police Installs CCTV’s in Bo City
Sierraloaded
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July 3, 2025
The Sierra Leone Police (SLP) has started the installation of CCTV cameras in key locations across Bo City as part of a new plan to fight against crime and improve safety. The project, led by Inspector General of Police (IGP) William Fayia Sellu,...
VP Juldeh Jalloh Leads Sierra Leone Delegation at Global Development Conference in Spain
Sierraloaded
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July 4, 2025
The Vice President of Sierra Leone, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh has successfully led a vibrant delegation representing Sierra Leone at a major international conference in Sevilla, Spain, showcasing the country’s commitment to global development. The...
The peace that starves, silences and betrays Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone Telegraph
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July 4, 2025
Alpha Amadu Jalloh: Sierra Leone Telegraph: 04 July 2025: How do you define peace in a country where children die because hospitals lack oxygen? How do you rank as peaceful a nation ruled by fear, intimidation, corruption and hunger? How do you...
Agriculture and Defense Ministries Sign MOU to Strengthen Food Security in Sierra Leone
Sierraloaded
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July 4, 2025
The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has officially partnered with the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF) to enhance food security through a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The agreement was formalized during a...
Mission 300: Sierra Leone ready for collaboration
ESI Africa
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July 4, 2025
Sierra Leone has a plan in place to attract the private sector to collaborate and drive the change that the country needs to achieve Mission 300. This was heard at the Africa Energy Forum (AEF), which took place in Cape Town in June 2005. Ndeye...