Grand Homecoming Celebration Prepared for Global Ambassador Mariyam Konneh A celebration is underway as Sierra Leone prepares a grand welcome for Miss World Sierra Leone 2026, Mariyam Lorba Konneh, following her standout performance at the global pageant in Vietnam. Mariyam is set to touch down on Monday, September 7, arriving at the Sea Coach terminal in Aberdeen at approximately 6:00 PM. The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs (MTCA) announced plans for a high-profile

Aki-Sawyerr Welcomes Koroma's Return as a Boost for Sierra Leone Freetown Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr has hailed the return of former President Ernest Bai Koroma to Sierra Leone as a landmark moment for both the All People’s Congress (APC) and the nation, emphasizing the value of his statesmanship and guidance. Speaking after Koroma’s arrival on Sunday, Aki-Sawyerr noted that having a former Head of State back home offers priceless experience and leadership. “When you get a for

FMR. President Koroma Returns, Pledging National Unity and Peace Former President Ernest Bai Koroma made a historic return to Sierra Leone on Sunday, September 6, reaffirming his dedication to fostering national peace, guiding the youth, and driving national cohesion. Arriving at Freetown International Airport from Nigeria, Koroma was greeted by Foreign Minister Mohamed Rahman Swaray, an APC and cross-party delegation, and key West African diplomats. Koroma was accompanied b

Call for Inclusive Disaster Warnings as Extreme Climate Risks Threaten Africa Sierra Leone has renewed its call for inclusive, last-mile early warning systems across Africa to protect vulnerable populations from climate shocks and recurring natural hazards. Speaking at the Africa Early Warnings Forum in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Mrs. Erica Konneh, Gender Empowerment and Social Inclusion Coordinator for Sierra Leone’s National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA), emphasized that di

President Bio Urges Stricter Oversight for Over 200 Public Projects President Julius Maada Bio formally received the 2025 Annual Monitoring and Evaluation Report from the National Monitoring and Evaluation Agency (NaMEA), reinforcing his administration’s commitment to public-sector accountability and evidence-based governance. NaMEA Director General Dr. James Edwin presented the report on Friday at State House. Commending the agency’s leadership, President Bio called on NaMEA