As SLPP Ponders Over 2028 Election… Money Should Not Determine the Next Flag Bearer
Echo of the Pen! By: Lansana Fofanah The current executive of the ruling Sierra Leone Peoples Party, (SLPP) is contemplating on the proposed amendment of the existing constitution of the party ahead of the Flag bearer election hopefully this year. In his recent appearance on …
At the World Festival of Hearts and Minds in South Africa… Chief Minister Sengeh Calls for A Progressive Africa
The Chief Minister of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Dr. David Moinina Sengeh, has called on African leaders to promote the agenda of a united Africa. Speaking during the recent World Festival of Hearts and Minds in South Africa, Dr. Sengeh emphasized on the importance …
*Deputy Mines Minister Highlights Sierra Leone’s Commitment to Sustainable Mining at IGF 20th AGM
Geneva, Switzerland, Tuesday, 19 November 2024 – Sierra Leone’s Deputy Minister of Mines and Mineral Resources, Umaru Napoleon Koroma, has highlighted the government’s significant reforms in managing critical minerals during the Commonwealth high-level roundtable meeting. This session, held as part of the Intergovernmental Forum on …
It’s a Trump Cup and Not a World Cup
Echo of the Pen! By Lansana Fofanah Despite the series of controversies surrounding this year’s World Cup, the tournament started yesterday with one of the hosting countries Mexico playing the opening match with South Africa. However, this year’s tournament has already been described by pundits …
Sorie Fofana… The Man With A Difference
By Pastor Mohamed Sesay Journalist/Commissioner RAIC In the journalism world, the name ‘Sicco’ is a name that stands out. It rings a bell, a loud one for that matter. Echoing, reverberating among journalists not only in Freetown but the whole country. When you meet …
OMFA President Honored at ACOSAT National Infrastructure Launch
The President of the Old Makeni Franciscans Association (OMFA), Engr. Desmond Ray Kanu, was honored as Guest Speaker at the American College of Science and Technology (ACOSAT) National Infrastructure Launch held on Saturday, 30th May 2026, at the Ebenezer Hall, Circular Road, Freetown. President …
Sierra Leone Pilgrims Complete Final Hajj Rites in Makkah
MAKKAH, 1 June 2026 – All 2,626 Sierra Leonean pilgrims performing the 1447H/2026 Hajj have completed ‘Tawaf al-Ifadah’, also known as ‘Tawaf az-Ziyarah’, marking the end of the main Hajj rites. The pilgrims carried out the circumambulation of the Kaaba after completing the stoning …
Bonthe Oyster Festival Boosts Livelihoods, Promotes Environmental Conservation
The 8th Annual Bonthe Oyster Festival, held on Friday 29th and Saturday 30th May 2026, has successfully concluded in Bonthe District, bringing together oyster harvesters, local authorities, and international partners in a celebration of culture, commerce, and conservation. The event, sponsored by Whitstable Oyster …
DR. Bangura: Determined To Lead Sierra Leone
By: THE POLITICAL PENNER For Dr Bangura, climbing the leadership ladder is framed not as personal advancement, but as a step forward to expand the scale of impact for a better Sierra Leone and it habitats. Both locally and internationally, Dr Ibrahim Bangura has built …
Is It Time for African Countries to Cut Ties with South Africa?
Echo of the Pen By: Lansana Fofanah South Africa is currently not a safe place for migrants especially black Africans. The youths have sent a clear message to other Africans living in their country; leave or you die! Xenophobic attacks in South Africa refuses to …
