How Zainab Sheriff’s Detention Has Become a Defining Test of Justice, Power and Political Freedom in Sierra Leone

The continued detention of Zainab Sheriff has outgrown the narrow confines of a courtroom proceeding and transformed into something far more consequential, a defining moment that now forces Sierra Leone to confront uncomfortable questions about the true state of its democracy, the elasticity of its justice system, and the cost of political expression in a climate where dissent increasingly…

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Sierra Leone Legal Council Cracks Down on Misconduct, Warns Lawyers Over Social Media Behaviour

The General Legal Council of Sierra Leone has issued a stern warning to legal practitioners across the country, raising concerns over what it describes as a growing trend of unprofessional conduct, particularly among younger lawyers on social media platforms. In an official notice dated March 30, 2026, the Council expressed dissatisfaction with reports of discourteous and unruly exchanges involving…

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Speaker Halts Probe into National Elections Watch as Lawmakers Clash Over Credibility Concerns

The Speaker of Parliament, Hon. Segepoh Solomon Thomas, has suspended moves to constitute a committee to investigate National Elections Watch, citing the sensitivity of the matter and the need for what he described as “proper judgment” before any formal action is taken. The decision followed deliberations on a motion introduced by Hon. Sellu, who raised concerns over the credibility…

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Sierra Leone Commercial Bank Opens New Wilberforce Branch to Boost Financial Access

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…

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Dr. Bangura Urges National Reset as 2028 Elections Near, Warns Against Deepening Political Fault Lines

Dr. Ibrahim Bangura has issued a sweeping call for what he describes as a national reset, urging Sierra Leoneans to embrace healing, unity, and collective responsibility ahead of the 2028 general elections, while warning that unresolved political divisions could undermine the country’s democratic gains. In a detailed statement released as a press release, Bangura situated his message within Sierra…

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President Bio Highlights Africa’s Investment Potential at FII PRIORITY Summit in Miami

In statements shared via government channels and on social media, President Bio emphasized that the message extended beyond rhetoric: it was a call for concrete collaboration to develop sectors critical for economic diversification, including agriculture, energy, technology, and infrastructure. Recall that Spear News SL had earlier reported President Julius Maada Bio’s participation at the 4th FII PRIORITY Summit in…

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