Hilton has unveiled one of its most ambitious growth strategies in recent years, announcing plans to open more than 100 hotels across Africa, with over half of the new properties projected for Sub-Saharan Africa. The move, revealed during the Future Hospitality Summit Africa in Nairobi, follows a record 29 hotel deals signed in 2025 across 15 countries, marking a…
Sierra Leone Commercial Bank (SLCB) has officially expanded its footprint in the country’s financial sector with the opening of a new branch in Wilberforce, Freetown, on Monday, March 30, 2026. Widely regarded as a leading institution in Sierra Leone’s banking industry, SLCB’s latest development is part of its ongoing strategy to enhance service delivery, improve accessibility, and bring modern…
By Emiola Osifeso A new World Bank World Economic Report has revealed that Sierra Leone lost an estimated $24.7 million over the last three years due to widespread financial leakages linked to transit bank frauds, unpaid tax arrears, contract non-compliance, and weak institutional oversight. According to the report, the losses reflect a troubling pattern of systemic inefficiencies and persistent…
The Parliament of Sierra Leone has put on hold its earlier order requiring Africell and Orange Sierra Leone to restore their previous weekly data promotions within 24 hours. The directive, issued after public complaints over the discontinuation of the popular Le 60 weekly bundle, was intended to ensure affordable access for students and low-income users who rely heavily on…
Sierra Leone’s economy is showing renewed stability despite global economic pressures, with GDP growth projected at 4.3 percent in 2025 and rising to 4.6 percent by 2027, according to the latest World Bank Sierra Leone Economic Update released in Freetown. The positive outlook is driven by expected improvements in agriculture, expansion in mining, and steady performance in services. The…
