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Petty Trader Jailed For Insulting Magistrate: Systematic Injustice And The Criminalization of Poverty In Sierra Leone

March 25, 2026
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Sierra Leone is confronting a profound crisis of justice following the imprisonment of Fatmata Kamara, a petty fry-fry seller from New Jersey Junction, Goderich, sentenced to two months in prison after allegedly insulting a magistrate. The case, which began in mid-March 2026, has provoked widespread condemnation from citizens, human rights organisations, and legal experts, highlighting systemic failures, abuse of…

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KONOMANYI BACKS BANGURA AS APC FLAGBEARER CONTEST INTENSIFIES

March 25, 2026
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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…

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Fatima Bio Heads to White House to Advocate for Children

March 23, 2026
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Sierra Leone’s First Lady, Fatima Maada Bio, has departed for the United States to participate in the Global Coalition Summit on “Fostering the Future Together” at the White House in Washington, D.C., a high-profile gathering of First Spouses, policymakers, and international advocates focused on protecting children in the digital era. Her invitation positions her as a representative of Africa…

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Sierra Leone Government Announces 12.3% Fuel Price Increase as Pump Price Rises to Le 32 per Litre

March 7, 2026
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The Government of Sierra Leone has announced a 12.3 percent increase in the retail price of fuel, raising the pump price of petrol and diesel to Le 32.00 per litre under the latest review of the country’s petroleum pricing structure. The adjustment was announced through the National Petroleum Regulatory Authority(NPRA), the government agency responsible for regulating petroleum pricing and…

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