The Ministry of Employment, Labour and Social Security has announced the temporary suspension of all overseas recruitment activities connected to the Guinea route, following allegations that some private employment agencies and individuals have been using the route to facilitate the travel of Sierra Leoneans for foreign jobs. In a public notice issued on Friday, the Ministry said the suspension…
More than 2,727 Sierra Leoneans were registered at Ahmed Sékou Touré International Airport in Conakry over the past three months while attempting to travel to Arab countries, according to Guinean national television. The revelation came during high‑level talks between Sierra Leonean and Guinean government delegations in Conakry, where officials discussed border management, cross‑border security, and the welfare of nationals…
The Sierra Leone Medical and Dental Association (SLMDA) has strongly condemned the circulation of graphic images of Dr. Adrian Hanciles, following confirmation of his death after he went missing on September 3, 2026. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Association expressed outrage over the publication and widespread sharing of photographs of Dr. Hanciles’ deceased body on social media…
Sierra Leone’s Vice President Dr Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh has disclosed that Sierra Leone and Guinea have agreed to establish follow-up and technical mechanisms to address migration and integration concerns, while advancing implementation of the Tripartite Border Security Communiqué signed by the Presidents of Sierra Leone, Guinea and Liberia on 26 March 2026. Dr Juldeh Jalloh made the disclosure in…
Preparations for the West Africa Integration and Investment Summit (WAIIS) 2026 gained momentum this week as Sierra Leone’s special envoy, Dr. Kandeh Kolleh Yumkella, met with Chinese Ambassador Zhao Yong to discuss opportunities for deeper private sector engagement. The courtesy and working meeting, held Wednesday at the Chinese Embassy in Freetown, focused on strengthening cooperation and attracting Chinese investment…
The Sierra Leone Police (SLP) has announced the arrest of more than 22 suspects in connection with the alleged murder of Sergeant 12565 David French, who was killed on Sunday, 13th September, 2026, while providing security at a property in Waterloo. Among those arrested are two military personnel, identified as Corporal Tamba Nguan and Staff Sergeant James B. Fornah….
