Inside Detention Cells: HRCSL Strengthens Efforts to Protect the Forgotten Behind Bars For individuals deprived of their liberty within Sierra Leone, conditions in detention facilities frequently remain shielded from public scrutiny, characterized by severe overcrowding and insufficient oversight. Consequently, strategic initiatives are being intensified to ensure that fundamental human dignity is upheld throughout the period of incarceration. On June 26, 2026, the Human Righ

Sierra Leone Initiates First Prosecution Under Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2024 In a landmark legal development, four men appeared before Hon. Justice Mark Ngegba at the Freetown High Court, marking the first prosecution under the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2024. The Office of the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice has charged Sayo Marrah, Lansana Qura, Salieu Kamara, and Abu Bakarr Kamara with violating Sections 2, 3, and 10 of the Act. The indictment a

Daramy Proposes Key Investigative Lead in Jos Leijdekkers Inquiry Abubakarr Daramy, former spokesperson for the All People's Congress (APC) Western Region, has urged investigators to prioritize identifying the individuals who facilitated Jos Leijdekkers' alleged access to a church service in Freetown. During an appearance on Slik TV, Daramy emphasized a clinical approach to the investigation. He argued that tracing the logistics of movement and access is essential to addressi

Minister Kabba Leads High-Level ECOWAS Delegation To Guinea-Bissau Sierra Leone’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Alhaji Timothy Musa Kabba, on 27th June 2026, led a high-level ECOWAS ministerial delegation to Guinea-Bissau to advance regional democratic governance and political stability. The delegation, including Senegal’s Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Defense and the President of the ECOWAS Commission, conducted consultations with transitiona

Bo Rangers Crowned 2025/26 Leone Rock Premier League Champions Bo Rangers FC have been officially crowned champions of the 2025/26 Leone Rock Premier League, concluding a season defined by consistent performance and competitive excellence. This title victory underscores the club's sustained commitment to discipline and high-level play. The achievement is a result of the collective dedication of the players, technical staff, and management. With this latest success, Bo Rangers