By Andrew Keili | Ponder My Thoughts A book authored by the first Chief Minister in Sierra Leone’s post-colonial era on the complexities of governance should be essential reading for political observers and governance experts. Professor David Francis, in his book Governing a Poor Country: Perspectives from a Former Chief Minister of Sierra Leone, does not disappoint in sharing…
President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone has arrived in Miami, United States of America, to participate in the 4th Future Investment Initiative (FII) PRIORITY Summit, held under the theme “Capital in Motion”. The Summit, organized by the Future Investment Initiative Institute, brings together global thought leaders, investors, and policymakers to discuss innovative strategies for sustainable development and economic…
The Government of Sierra Leone has confirmed the return of 942 citizens from Guinea following operations targeting undocumented foreign residents in Conakry. The exercise, conducted by Guinean authorities on 23 March 2026, affected Sierra Leoneans in the Boulbinet port area, including individuals without valid documentation. According to a statement released by the Ministry of Information and Civic Education on…
The University of Sierra Leone Teaching Hospitals Complex (USLTHC) has celebrated its 10th anniversary, reflecting on a decade of achievements in medical training and healthcare delivery. The milestone event provided an opportunity to review the institution’s journey, highlighting successes, challenges, and ambitions for the future. Outgoing Chairperson, Dr. Sonia Spencer, acknowledged the difficulties faced at the outset but emphasized…
All People’s Congress (APC) flagbearer aspirant, Ibrahim Bangura, has gained a major boost in his campaign as regional strongwoman Finda Diana Konomanyi publicly endorsed him during a vibrant DIB Movement meeting held in Kailahun Town on Monday. The gathering, attended by party executives, newly elected ward chairpersons, and regional stakeholders, reflected the growing momentum behind Bangura’s bid for the…
The worsening security climate in Kuwait has quietly pushed a vulnerable group of Sierra Leonean migrants into a corner, leaving many to navigate fear, job losses and sudden displacement with little certainty about what comes next. What began as rising regional tensions soon translated into real-life consequences for foreign workers, as restrictions tightened, economic activities slowed, and safety concerns…
