Sierra Leonean hip-hop artist, Star Zee is currently in the United States of America, participating in the International Visitor Leadership Program focused on Hip-Hop and Civic Engagement to expand her artistic horizons. The International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) is the U.S. Department of State’s flagship exchange initiative. It brings current and emerging foreign leaders to the United States for short-term visits, fostering direct engagement and enduring connections with American counterparts.  While expressing her appreciation for the golden opportunity to represent Sierra ..read more

German-Sierra Leonean defender, Antonio Rudiger expressed his aspiration during an interview with Real Madrid, saying that he dreams of generating numerous job opportunities in Sierra Leone, his mother’s place of origin. “In Sierra Leone, the country of my parents, I aim to generate numerous job opportunities,” said Rudiger and he plans on achieving this within the next 10 years.  The former Chelsea defender has initiated philanthropic efforts in the West African nation through his foundation, the Antonio Rudiger Foundation aiding underprivileged individuals. He has previously donated ov ..read more

Sierra Leone has commenced a large-scale campaign to vaccinate children nationwide against malaria, aiming to protect them from the country’s leading cause of death.  With support from UNICEF and GAVI, over 550,000 doses of the WHO-recommended RTS,S vaccine are being distributed.  Malaria is a significant health challenge in Sierra Leone, resulting in over two million hospital visits annually, with children under five accounting for one million cases. This preventable disease also contributes to 25 percent of child deaths in the country.  Additionally, in collaboration with deve ..read more

Nigeria’s famed transgender celebrity, Bobrisky, has been sentenced to six months in jail for “spraying” naira banknotes at various social events. Throwing money in the air is a sign of appreciation commonly done at Nigerian weddings and celebrations. This is technically an offense as the notes then fall to the ground where they can be stepped on. But it is hard for people to be prosecuted for this crime. She has not been given the option of paying a fine instead, local media report ..read more

The Executive Director of the Epilepsy Association in Sierra Leone, Max Bangura has disclosed to the media that approximately 85,000 individuals are living with epilepsy nationwide.  At a symposium in Freetown, themed “Making Epilepsy a Health Priority in Africa,” Bangura urged the Sierra Leone government to promptly adopt and implement the inter-sectoral global action plan for epilepsy and other neurological conditions spanning from 2022 to 2031.  He emphasized that epilepsy is not demonic or contagious and could affect anyone, advocating for an end to discrimination and stigma. Ban ..read more

President Julius Maada Bio has said that he has no intentions of prolonging his tenure by either pursuing a seven-year term or seeking a third term in office. He made this statement during his speech at the Special Presidential DEPA Meeting, where the focus was on reviewing Sierra Leone’s 1991 Constitution.  This clarification comes amidst speculations about potential extensions to his presidency. “I am not seeking a seven-year term, nor am I considering running for a third term. As I have consistently emphasized, upon leaving my presidency, my aim is to establish laws that will strengthe ..read more

#SaloneDMV highlights Sierra Leonean professionals, leaders, and entrepreneurs in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV), which is the heart of the Sierra Leonean-American community in the United States.  Introducing Mohamed Daramy: Multifaceted Entrepreneur with a heart for Humanity #IamSaloneDMV Mohamed Daramy founder of Skeemo Clothing. Location: Maryland How long have you lived in the DMV area and what brought you here? Mohamed: 20+ Briefly introduce yourself and your background.  Mohamed: I was born in Freetown, Sierra Leone. I attended the Prince of Wa ..read more

Nollywood actor Junior Pope Odonwodo, also known as Jnr Pope, tragically passed away in a boat accident while en route to a film shoot in Nigeria’s Delta state.  Despite initial reports of survival, efforts to revive him at two hospitals were unsuccessful, as confirmed by Emeka Rollas Ejezie, the president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN).  Videos circulating on social media depict rescuers retrieving the unconscious actor from the River Niger following the incident on Wednesday night.  Earlier, Pope had expressed concerns about safety measures during the boat journey in a v ..read more

Dr. Emmanuel Saffa Abdulai Esq, a football administrator and the CEO of Luawa FC, has been appointed as the Executive Director of the National Sports Authority. He takes over from Dr. Kenneth Brima, who held the position for more than five years. Saffa brings extensive experience in various aspects of sports, particularly in grassroots and professional football. According to a publication by footballsierraleone.net upon confirming his appointment, Saffa said he aims to focus on the entire project of the NSA, making it more effective and ensuring that sports benefit young people. The former cha ..read more

Yesterday, April 10, 2024, was Eid-ul-Fitr, an Islamic feast that marks the end of the holy month of fasting (Ramadan). Muslims come together in large congregations to pray, showcasing unique and elegant attire to mark the occasion. In this blog post, we’re showcasing classic attire worn by Sierra Leoneans on Eid-ul-Fitr, likening it to a Muslim Met Gala ..read more