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Important Sierra Leone reporting organised into evolving stories, with original publishers, Majik history, corrections and transparent significance reasons.

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Sierra Leone · 1 Jul 202626 Jul 2026

Fragility and the politics of prevention – Op ed

Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh: Sierra Leone Telegraph: 26 July 2026: A few years ago, government leaders in developing countries worried about debt, unemployment, or the next election. Today, the answer is usually all of them at once, compounded by climate shocks, food and fuel crises, and rising debt

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3 publishers · 3 reportsestablishedScore 81/100
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Sierra Leone · 26 Jul 202628 Jul 2026

Presidential immunity must not become a burial cloth for justice

By Oumar Farouk Sesay Sierra Leone investigates stolen money through commissions, hearings and sanctions. But when citizens are killed, the [...]

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3 publishers · 3 reportsestablishedScore 69/100
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Sierra Leone · 29 Aug 202631 Aug 2026

17 Sierra Leoneans confirmed dead in Conakry landfill landslide

Sierra Leone has confirmed that 17 of its nationals, 14 men and three women, are among those killed in the deadly landfill landslide at Dar-es-Salam in Conakry, Guinea. The victims were identified through a joint exercise involving Guinean authorities and officials from the Sierra Leonean Embassy in Conakry, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs [...] The post 17 Sierra Leoneans confirmed dead in Conakry landfill landslide first appeared on AYV Media Empire Sierra Leone, London, Ghana and Africa News Channel. The post 17 Sierra Leoneans confirmed dead in Conakry landfill landslide ap...

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2 publishers · 2 reportsestablishedScore 64/100
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Sierra Leone · 30 Jul 20265 Aug 2026

Sierra Leone’s Constitutional reform should deepen democracy, not distance the People

John Baimba Sesay I have been following the debate in Parliament with great interest. Like many Sierra Leoneans, I spent almost the entire day on Tuesday and well into 2:00 [...]

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Western Area Urban · 9 Sept 20269 Sept 2026

Labour Congress Calls for Urgent Completion of Gento Port Amid Freetown Congestion

The Sierra Leone Labour Congress is urging the government to accelerate work on the Kent Harbour and Logistics Port, saying congestion at Freetown’s main port has become an economic emergency. SLLC President Mohamed Salieu Bangura made the call Monday, September 7, during a visit by the Congress leadership to the port project in Kent. The [...] The post Labour Congress Calls for Urgent Completion of Gento Port Amid Freetown Congestion appeared first on Sierraloaded.

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  • Strong national or Sierra Leone public relevance
1 publisher · 1 reportdevelopingScore 60/100
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Sierra Leone · 16 Sept 202616 Sept 2026

One Dose at Birth, Lifelong Protection: Sierra Leone Steps Up Fight Against Hepatitis B

Sierra Leone is strengthening its fight against hepatitis B by introducing the birth-dose vaccine to protect newborns from a dangerous viral infection that can cause chronic liver disease, liver cancer and premature death. For every mother holding her newborn for the first time, the immediate priority is to keep the child safe, healthy and alive. [...] The post One Dose at Birth, Lifelong Protection: Sierra Leone Steps Up Fight Against Hepatitis B first appeared on The Calabash Newspaper.

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2 publishers · 2 reportsestablishedScore 57/100
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Pujehun · 7 Sept 20267 Sept 2026

Sidie Tunis Calls for Urgent Probe into Alleged US Visa Fraud Using His Name

Former Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament and Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) Member of Parliament for Pujehun District, Hon. Sidie Mohamed Tunis, has called for an urgent investigation into circumstances surrounding an alleged 2023 United States visa application reportedly made in his name and that of a person described as his Executive Assistant. The [...] The post Sidie Tunis Calls for Urgent Probe into Alleged US Visa Fraud Using His Name first appeared on The Calabash Newspaper.

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1 publisher · 1 reportdevelopingScore 57/100
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Sierra Leone · 26 Aug 202626 Aug 2026

MPs Push for Urgent Government Support for Kent Harbour Project

Sierra Leonean lawmakers have urged the government to support the proposed Kent Harbour and Port Project, saying additional port capacity is needed to ease congestion and strengthen trade and revenue generation. The appeal came during Parliament’s consideration and approval of presidential nominees, including newly approved Finance Minister Karefa A.F. Kargbo, as lawmakers outlined economic priorities [...] The post MPs Push for Urgent Government Support for Kent Harbour Project appeared first on Sierraloaded.

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1 publisher · 1 reportdevelopingScore 57/100
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Western Area Urban · 24 Aug 202625 Aug 2026

European Union Provides €175,000 in Humanitarian Aid for Flood Victims

Freetown, 24 August 2026: In response to the severe flooding in Sierra Leone, which has caused loss of life, displacement, and destruction of homes and critical infrastructure across Freetown and the Western Area Urban District, the European Union (EU) is providing humanitarian funding to address the most urgent needs of affected people This EU funding [...]

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2 publishers · 2 reportsestablishedScore 57/100
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Port Loko · 27 Jul 202627 Jul 2026

BREAKING: MP Aminata Sesay Involved in Road Accident While Travelling to Freetown

Hon. Aminata Sesay, Member of Parliament for Port Loko District, has been involved in a head-on road accident while travelling to Freetown for an official meeting. The accident happened this afternoon while she was on her way to the capital. According to information from the MP, the vehicle was badly damaged during the crash. Hon. [...] The post BREAKING: MP Aminata Sesay Involved in Road Accident While Travelling to Freetown appeared first on Sierraloaded.

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Port Loko · 27 Jul 202627 Jul 2026

Breaking News: MP Aminata Sesay Involved in Road Accident While Travelling to Freetown

Hon. Aminata Sesay, Member of Parliament for Port Loko District, has been involved in a head-on road accident while travelling to Freetown for an official meeting. The accident happened this afternoon while she was on her way to the capital. According to information from the MP, the vehicle was badly damaged during the crash. Hon. [...] The post Breaking News: MP Aminata Sesay Involved in Road Accident While Travelling to Freetown appeared first on Sierraloaded.

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1 publisher · 1 reportdevelopingScore 57/100
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Western Area Rural · 28 Aug 20261 Sept 2026

Living on The Edge: Waterloo Bomeh A Death Trap

The air at Waterloo dumpsite (locally known as Bomeh), is thick with the stench of rotting refuse, yet for a single mother selling plantains and young men shoveling trash, it is the only place they can earn a living. Despite a 2021 government promise to relocate the hazardous site and provide modern facilities, the reality [...] The post Living on The Edge: Waterloo Bomeh A Death Trap appeared first on Sierraloaded.

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Kenema · 15 Sept 202615 Sept 2026

FATA Engages Members In Kenema And Bo, Endorses Constitution And Road Map

The Federation of Allied Tourism Associations (FATA) on Friday 11th September 2026 held one-day engagements in Kenema and Bo, bringing together members of its 19 associations for consultations on unity, governance and the future of tourism in Sierra Leone.

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Western Area Urban · 12 Sept 202612 Sept 2026

APC Reschedules Outstanding Ward and Constituency Elections

Freetown, Sierra Leone — The All Peoples Congress (APC) has postponed its outstanding ward and constituency elections originally set for Saturday, 12 September 2026, to Tuesday, 15 September 2026. In a public notice dated 11 September 2026 and issued by the party’s National Secretariat, the APC informed members, aspirants, delegates, election officials and other stakeholders [...]

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Western Area Urban · 12 Aug 202613 Aug 2026

APC Rejects Passage of Constitutional Amendment Bill

By Sallieu S. Kanu Freetown, 11 August 2026 – The opposition All Peoples Congress (APC) has disassociated itself from the purported passage of the Constitution of Sierra Leone (Amendment) Bill, [...]

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Sierra Leone · 10 Aug 202611 Aug 2026

Sierra Leone’s constitutional faultline: A walkout, a two-thirds dispute and the stakes for 2028

By Sylvester Sheku Suaray: Sierra Leone’s Parliament was plunged into one of its most consequential constitutional confrontations in years on Monday, August 10, as opposition lawmakers walked out of the [...]

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Sierra Leone · 4 Aug 20264 Aug 2026

Sierra Leone’s Parliament Must Reject The Constitutional Amendment Bill

By Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr Sierra Leone’s Constitutional Amendment Bill will soon be voted on by parliamentarians. As I have previously written, the significance of this vote cannot be overstated. In my opinion, the two most important clauses in the Bill are in respect of the electoral system and the threshold for winning presidential elections. Public [...]

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Western Area Urban · 3 Aug 20268 Sept 2026

Government Announces New Fuel Pump Prices

Freetown, 8 September 2026 — The Government of Sierra Leone has announced new pump prices for petrol and diesel, effective immediately from today, 8 September 2026. According to a public notice issued by the Ministry of Information and Civic Education, petrol will now sell at NLe40.00 per litre and diesel at NLe45.00 per litre. The [...]

  • Material effect on public services or livelihoods
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1 publisher · 2 reportsdevelopingScore 51/100
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Sierra Leone · 8 Sept 20268 Sept 2026

BREAKING: Government Increases Fuel Prices Nationwide

The Government of Sierra Leone has announced new pump prices for petrol and diesel, with the revised prices taking effect nationwide from Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Under the new pricing structure, petrol will now retail at NLe40.00 per litre, while diesel will sell at NLe45.00 per litre. The Ministry of Information and Civic Education said [...] The post BREAKING: Government Increases Fuel Prices Nationwide appeared first on Sierraloaded.

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1 publisher · 1 reportdevelopingScore 51/100
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Bombali · 26 Aug 202626 Aug 2026

SEND Sierra Leone Calls for Urgent Action on Makeni–Kamakwie Road Corridor

SEND Sierra Leone and the Network Movement for Justice and Development (NMJD) have called for urgent Government action to address challenges affecting the Makeni–Kamakwie road corridor, describing the route as a critical lifeline for communities, livelihoods, healthcare, trade and local economic development. In their latest position paper, the organisations raised concerns over stalled road construction, [...] The post SEND Sierra Leone Calls for Urgent Action on Makeni–Kamakwie Road Corridor appeared first on Sierraloaded.

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Sierra Leone · 11 Aug 202611 Aug 2026

BREAKING: Government Releases 2026 NPSE Results in Sierra Leone

Minister of Basic and Senior Secondary Education (MBSSE), Conrad Sackey has announced the official release of the 2026 National Primary School Examination (NPSE) results in Sierra Leone. According to Sackey, the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) released the results to the Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education on Friday 7 August 2026, a week [...] The post BREAKING: Government Releases 2026 NPSE Results in Sierra Leone appeared first on Sierraloaded.

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Sierra Leone · 14 Jul 20268 Aug 2026

MY WRONG IS BETTER THAN YOURS: Breaking the Politics of Moral Equivalence in Sierra Leone

The APC–SLPP rivalry has become more than a contest for political power. Over time, it has hardened into a national habit of thought—a lens through which many citizens interpret public

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  • Strong national or Sierra Leone public relevance
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Sierra Leone · 8 Sept 202612 Sept 2026

Sierra Leone, Guinea Agree on Follow-Up Mechanisms on Migration, Border Security and Trade.

Vice-President Dr Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh says both countries have agreed on fresh follow-up mechanisms tackling migration, border security and trade concerns. Guinea's Prime Minister Amadou Oury Bah hosted these talks. The two governments will establish technical structures implementing the Tripartite Border Security Communiqué signed 26 March 2026. Dr Juldeh Jalloh disclosed this while updating the Sierra Leonean community at the embassy in Conakry. He said the mechanisms would provide a...

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Sierra Leone · 7 Sept 202611 Sept 2026

World Bank vice-president reaffirms stronger development partnership with Sierra Leone.

Diagana, World Bank vice-president, has reaffirmed a stronger development partnership with Sierra Leone. Mr Diagana met Finance Minister Karefa A. F. Kargbo during a high-level visit, accompanied by Issatou Jalloh, the bank's new country manager. Talks focused on deepening development cooperation and accelerating the impact of World Bank-supported programmes. Welcoming the delegation, Mr Kargbo described the visit as an honour, noting the scale of the bank's portfolio and its contribution to...

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Sierra Leone · 18 Aug 202618 Aug 2026

APC Leaders Have Run Out Of Road

By Sorie Fofana. When the APC genuinely lost the 2023 general elections, they blamed the Electoral Commission of Sierra Leone for allegedly rigging the elections results in favor of the ruling SLPP. Against the advice of their own lawyers, the party refused to challenge the ... The post APC Leaders Have Run Out Of Road appeared first on Global Times Newspaper.

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Western Area Rural · 17 Aug 202617 Aug 2026

WARDC Announces Recruitment of 50 Metropolitan Officers

The Western Area Rural District Council (WARDC) has announced the recruitment of 50 Metropolitan Officers. In a vacancy announcement issued on 14 August 2026, the Council invited applications from suitably qualified candidates for the positions. Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years of age and hold a minimum of WASSEC qualification. Candidates are also [...] The post WARDC Announces Recruitment of 50 Metropolitan Officers appeared first on Sierraloaded.

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Sierra Leone · 10 Aug 202610 Aug 2026

BREAKING: APC MPs Walk Out of Parliament

Members of the opposition of All People’s Congress (APC) have walked out of parliament saying they won’t take part in an amendment process of the constitution lacking two third majority. Opposition Leader, Hon. Abdul Kargbo led 49 lawmakers representing the main opposition party to stage the walkout after MPs voted 96–41 to reject a constitutional [...] The post BREAKING: APC MPs Walk Out of Parliament appeared first on Sierraloaded.

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1 publisher · 1 reportdevelopingScore 47/100
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Sierra Leone · 21 Jul 20268 Aug 2026

YES, WE CAN: THE TRUE LEGACY OF THE ECOWAS SUMMIT

The debate over the merits and demerits of Sierra Leone hosting the ECOWAS Summit may continue for some time. Supporters will point to the diplomatic prestige, regional visibility and economic

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  • Strong national or Sierra Leone public relevance
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Western Area Urban · 17 Sept 202617 Sept 2026

Police Visit Family of Woman Reportedly Killed in Kroo Town Road Violence

The Sierra Leone Police has visited the family of a woman reportedly killed during violent clashes linked to a football match in the Kroo Town Road area of Freetown. The incident occurred on Sunday, September 13, 2026, following tensions between supporters of Kroo Town Road Football Club and Kossoh Town Football Club after a match [...] The post Police Visit Family of Woman Reportedly Killed in Kroo Town Road Violence appeared first on Sierraloaded.

  • Public safety or health consequences
  • Strong national or Sierra Leone public relevance
1 publisher · 1 reportdevelopingScore 45/100
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Port Loko · 17 Sept 202617 Sept 2026

Health Ministry Highlights Port Loko’s 100 Days Without Maternal Death

Port Loko District has gone 100 days without a reported maternal death, according to Health Minister Dr Austin Demby, as Sierra Leone intensifies efforts to prevent avoidable deaths among women and children. Demby announced the district’s milestone during an event highlighting new health commodities procured as part of the government’s 300 Days of Activism for [...] The post Health Ministry Highlights Port Loko’s 100 Days Without Maternal Death appeared first on Sierraloaded.

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Bombali · 17 Sept 202617 Sept 2026

Sierra Leone Parliament Mourns Death of Bombali MP John Charles Conteh

The Parliament of Sierra Leone has expressed condolences following the death of Hon. John Charles Conteh, an APC lawmaker representing Bombali District, who died on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. In a public notice dated September 16, Parliament’s Clerk, together with lawmakers and staff, said the institution was mourning with Conteh’s family, the All People’s Congress [...] The post Sierra Leone Parliament Mourns Death of Bombali MP John Charles Conteh appeared first on Sierraloaded.

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Western Area Urban · 17 Sept 202617 Sept 2026

Miro Forestry Responds to Claims Surrounding Employee’s Death

Miro Forestry Company says the medical cause of employee Sulaiman Bondoh Kamara’s death remains undetermined after his family declined an autopsy requested by the company. The company provided the explanation during a September 12, 2026, meeting in Freetown attended by representatives of Kamara’s family, officials from the Ministry of Employment, Labour and Social Security and [...] The post Miro Forestry Responds to Claims Surrounding Employee’s Death appeared first on Sierraloaded.

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Western Area Urban · 16 Sept 202616 Sept 2026

Miro Forestry Clarifies Circumstances Surrounding Worker’s Death

Miro Forestry Company has clarified the circumstances surrounding the death of Sulaiman Bondoh Kamara, an employee assigned to its Boiler Section, following allegations circulated on social media. The clarification was provided during a meeting held on 12 September 2026 at the company’s conference room in Freetown. The engagement brought together representatives of the deceased’s [...] The post Miro Forestry Clarifies Circumstances Surrounding Worker’s Death first appeared on The Calabash Newspaper.

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Bombali · 15 Sept 202615 Sept 2026

APC Announces Death of Sitting Bombali MP John Charles Conteh

The All People’s Congress (APC) has announced the death of Hon. John Charles Conteh, a sitting Member of Parliament representing the party, in a development that has sent shockwaves through the APC and the people of Bombali District. Conteh’s death was announced by the APC and his family, who described him as a distinguished son [...] The post APC Announces Death of Sitting Bombali MP John Charles Conteh appeared first on Sierraloaded.

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  • Strong national or Sierra Leone public relevance
1 publisher · 1 reportdevelopingScore 45/100
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Bombali · 15 Sept 202615 Sept 2026

S/Leone Boosts Emergency Readiness

By Ibrahim S. Bangura Makeni, Sierra Leone – September 2026: The National Public Health Agency (NPHA), in partnership with government institutions and international stakeholders, has completed a five‐day National Risk [...]

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Western Area Urban · 15 Sept 202615 Sept 2026

Miro Forestry Company Clarifies Circumstances Surrounding Worker’s Death

Freetown – Miro Forestry Company has clarified concerns and allegations circulating on social media regarding the death of Sulaiman Bondoh Kamara, a worker assigned to the Company’s Boiler Section. The clarification was made during a meeting held at the Company’s conference room, attended by representatives of the deceased’s family, the Ministry of Employment, Labour and [...]

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Western Area Urban · 14 Sept 202614 Sept 2026

Sierra Leone Strikes Key Medical Deal to Protect Troops in Haiti

Freetown – Sierra Leone has taken a major step toward deploying its forces to Haiti after signing a medical evacuation agreement with the Dominican Republic. The deal, inked on Friday in New York by Sierra Leone’s Ambassador to the United States, Amara Sowa, sets out clear arrangements for the emergency medical evacuation and repatriation of [...]

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Western Area Urban · 14 Sept 202614 Sept 2026

Alleged Stray Bullet Kills Woman in Kroo Town–Kossoh Town Clash, SALHOC Demands Probe into Office Attack

A woman was reportedly killed by an alleged stray bullet during violent clashes between residents of Kroo Town Road and Kossoh Town in Freetown, following a community football match at Parade Field on 12 September. The confrontation, which escalated into stone-throwing and retaliatory attacks, prompted police intervention and left businesses, homes, and public property damaged.

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  • Strong national or Sierra Leone public relevance
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Sierra Leone · 14 Sept 202614 Sept 2026

Road Crashes Now Kill More Sierra Leoneans Than Malaria, Police Say

Sierra Leone’s worsening road safety situation is coming under renewed scrutiny as the Sierra Leone Police intensifies enforcement against traffic violations amid a sharp rise in fatal road crashes across the country.

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Western Area Urban · 13 Sept 202613 Sept 2026

Freetown Polytechnic Lecturer Found Dead at Home Days After His Death

A senior lecturer at Freetown Polytechnic, identified as Mr. Bokari, has reportedly been found dead inside his residence in the Kossoh Town Community, Freetown, after allegedly remaining there for several days. The discovery was reportedly made after residents noticed a strong smell coming from the house, prompting concerns among community members. Information gathered from residents [...] The post Freetown Polytechnic Lecturer Found Dead at Home Days After His Death appeared first on Sierraloaded.

  • Public safety or health consequences
  • Strong national or Sierra Leone public relevance
1 publisher · 1 reportdevelopingScore 45/100
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Sierra Leone · 11 Sept 202611 Sept 2026

SLMDA Condemns Circulation of Graphic Images of Late Dr. Hanciles

The Sierra Leone Medical and Dental Association (SLMDA) has strongly condemned the circulation and publication of graphic photographs depicting the body of late Dr. Adrian Hanciles following his death. Dr. Hanciles was reported missing on September 3, 2026. On September 9, after the SLMDA issued an official missing-person notice, photographs of his deceased body began [...] The post SLMDA Condemns Circulation of Graphic Images of Late Dr. Hanciles appeared first on Sierraloaded.

  • Public safety or health consequences
  • Strong national or Sierra Leone public relevance
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Bo · 11 Sept 202611 Sept 2026

Musa Tombo Alive as Family Dismisses False Death Reports

False reports claiming the death of popular Sierra Leonean footballer Musa Noah Kamara, widely known as Musa Tombo, have been circulating on social media and other online platforms. The reports alleged that the former Leone Stars international died in a road accident in Bo District, prompting concern among fans, friends and members of the public. [...] The post Musa Tombo Alive as Family Dismisses False Death Reports appeared first on Sierraloaded.

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Sierra Leone · 11 Sept 202611 Sept 2026

SLMDA Condemns Circulation of Graphic Images of Late Dr. Adrian Hanciles

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.

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Bo · 10 Sept 202610 Sept 2026

Musa Tombo’s Family Clears Air on Viral Death Rumours

Freetown — Unverified and false reports about the death of popular Sierra Leonean footballer Musa Noah Kamara, widely known as Musa Tombo, have been circulating on social media and online platforms this evening. Accoesinvg to some claims on social media, Musa Tombo died in a road accident in Bo District. However, family members have publicly [...]

  • Public safety or health consequences
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Western Area Urban · 10 Sept 202610 Sept 2026

NDMA, LDS Church Provide Relief To 150 Flood-Affected Households

The National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have provided emergency relief to 150 households affected by the devastating floods of August 3 and 4, reaching approximately 670 people across Freetown. The relief items, coordinated and distributed with the support of the NDMA, included rice, cooking oil, mattresses, [...] The post NDMA, LDS Church Provide Relief To 150 Flood-Affected Households appeared first on Sierraloaded.

  • Public safety or health consequences
  • Strong national or Sierra Leone public relevance
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Sierra Leone · 10 Sept 202610 Sept 2026

New CTF Executive Chairman engages NDMA Leadership

, September 10, 2026 The newly appointed Executive Chairman of the Conservation Trust Fund (CTF), Ahmid C. Jalloh, and members of his senior management team have paid a courtesy call on the Director General of the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA), John Vandy Rogers, to strengthen collaboration and partnership between the two institutions.The meeting, [...] The post New CTF Executive Chairman engages NDMA Leadership first appeared on AYV Media Empire Sierra Leone, London, Ghana and Africa News Channel. The post New CTF Executive Chairman engages NDMA Leadership appeared first on AY...

  • Public safety or health consequences
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Western Area Rural · 10 Sept 202610 Sept 2026

Police Arrest Over 22 Suspects in Connection with the Killing of Sergeant David French, Seize Cartons of Suspected Tramadol

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.

  • Public safety or health consequences
  • Strong national or Sierra Leone public relevance
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Sierra Leone · 10 Sept 202610 Sept 2026

Guinea Landfill Disaster: 17 Laid to Rest as 65 Survivors Face Uncertain Future

Seventeen Sierra Leonean nationals were laid to rest in Conakry as the government assesses the needs of 65 survivors of the Dar-es-Salam landfill collapse that killed 36 people. The victims, comprising 14 men and three women, were honoured at a national funeral ceremony on September 4 at the Turkish Mosque in Bambéto district, followed by [...] The post Guinea Landfill Disaster: 17 Laid to Rest as 65 Survivors Face Uncertain Future appeared first on Sierraloaded.

  • Public safety or health consequences
  • Strong national or Sierra Leone public relevance
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Sierra Leone · 9 Sept 20269 Sept 2026

Government of Sierra Leone Procures US$2M Worth of SRHR Commodities to Boost the 300 Days of Activism Campaign

For a mother rushed into a health facility for an emergency delivery, or a family relying on a clinic for family planning supplies, the difference between having the right medicine on hand and not having it can be life-changing. The Minister of Health, Dr. Austin Demby, says that gap is about to narrow significantly after [...]

  • Public safety or health consequences
  • Strong national or Sierra Leone public relevance
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Western Area Urban · 9 Sept 20269 Sept 2026

Labour Congress Declares Port Congestion an Emergency, Backs Speedy Completion of Gento Port

The Sierra Leone Labour Congress (SLLC) has described the worsening congestion at the Queen Elizabeth II Quay in Freetown as a national emergency requiring urgent intervention, warning that the situation is affecting workers, businesses, road users and the wider economy. The Congress consequently called for the speedy completion of the Kent Harbour and Logistics [...] The post Labour Congress Declares Port Congestion an Emergency, Backs Speedy Completion of Gento Port first appeared on The Calabash Newspaper.

  • Public safety or health consequences
  • Strong national or Sierra Leone public relevance
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Western Area Urban · 7 Sept 20267 Sept 2026

Family, Friends Bid Final Farewell to Late ‘Gen Z Reporter’ Glorious Bangura

Sierra Leonean journalist and social media personality Glorious Aminata Bangura, popularly known as “The Gen Z Reporter,” had been lain to rest in Freetown on Monday, September 7, 2026, following an outpouring of grief from family, friends, colleagues and members of the entertainment and media communities. Bangura’s death has attracted widespread tributes, with reports indicating [...] The post Family, Friends Bid Final Farewell to Late ‘Gen Z Reporter’ Glorious Bangura appeared first on Sierraloaded.

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1 publisher · 1 reportdevelopingScore 45/100
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Sierra Leone · 5 Sept 20265 Sept 2026

Sierra Leone Issues Fresh Call to Protect Vulnerable Communities From Disasters

The Gender Empowerment and Social Inclusion Coordinator of Sierra Leone’s National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA), Mrs Erica Konneh, has called for early warning systems that are inclusive, people-centred and accessible to all communities across Africa. Konneh made the call while representing Sierra Leone at the Africa Early Warnings Forum, held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from [...] The post Sierra Leone Issues Fresh Call to Protect Vulnerable Communities From Disasters appeared first on Sierraloaded.

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Sierra Leone · 5 Sept 20265 Sept 2026

17 Sierra Leoneans Laid to Rest in Guinea Mass Burial After Landfill Disaster

Seventeen Sierra Leonean nationals were among the 36 people laid to rest on Friday, September 4, 2026, in a mass burial ceremony in Conakry, Guinea, following the deadly collapse of the Dar-es-Salam landfill. The funeral took place at the Turkish Mosque in Bambeto, where the bodies were laid out in the courtyard. Government officials, mayors, [...]

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Sierra Leone · 4 Sept 20264 Sept 2026

17 Sierra Leoneans Laid to Rest in Guinea Mass Burial After Deadly Landslide

A mass burial ceremony has been held in Conakry for the 36 people who died in the Dar-es-Salam landfill landslide, including 17 Sierra Leonean nationals. The funeral was held on Friday, September 4, 2026, at the Turkish Mosque in Bambeto, where the bodies of the victims were laid out in the mosque’s courtyard for a [...] The post 17 Sierra Leoneans Laid to Rest in Guinea Mass Burial After Deadly Landslide appeared first on Sierraloaded.

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1 publisher · 1 reportdevelopingScore 45/100
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Western Area Urban · 4 Sept 20264 Sept 2026

NPHA, GOAL Push Digital Overhaul of Epidemic Response System

The National Public Health Agency (NPHA), in partnership with international humanitarian organisation GOAL, has launched a joint initiative to modernise Sierra Leone’s epidemic response systems through digital contact tracing. The initiative was launched during a high-level technical workshop held on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) on Wilkinson Road in Freetown. [...] The post NPHA, GOAL Push Digital Overhaul of Epidemic Response System appeared first on Sierraloaded.

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Western Area Urban · 3 Sept 20263 Sept 2026

Eastern Artists Union President “Snoop Tee” Dies in Malaysia

Freetown, September 3, 2026_ — The Sierra Leone entertainment industry is in mourning following the death of Thaimu Bangura, popularly known as “Snoop Tee”, President of the Eastern Artists Union. He was confirmed dead on Wednesday morning in Malaysia. The news was announced by members of the industry, who described it as a huge loss [...]

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Sierra Leone · 2 Sept 20262 Sept 2026

NDMA Directors conclude Work Safety, Emergency Management training in China

, September 2, 2026 Two Directors of Sierra Leone’s National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) have successfully completed a two-week intensive training programme on Work Safety and Emergency Management Capacity Building for English-Speaking African Countries in Beijing, China. Mohamed L. Bah, Director of Communications, and Sinneh Mansaray, Director of Relief and Response, represented Sierra Leone at the [...] The post NDMA Directors conclude Work Safety, Emergency Management training in China first appeared on AYV Media Empire Sierra Leone, London, Ghana and Africa News Channel. The post...

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Sierra Leone · 1 Sept 20261 Sept 2026

National Fire Force Set to Recruit 200 New Firefighters, Acquire More Equipment

The National Fire Force has secured approval to recruit 200 new firefighters and acquired additional firefighting equipment as part of efforts to strengthen emergency response capacity across Sierra Leone. The development was announced by Bintu Fatmata Kamara Esq., PRO/Legal Officer of the National Fire Force, who said the recruitment approval was obtained following an engagement [...] The post National Fire Force Set to Recruit 200 New Firefighters, Acquire More Equipment appeared first on Sierraloaded.

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Sierra Leone · 1 Sept 20261 Sept 2026

NDMA Directors Complete Two-Week Work Safety and Emergency Management Training in China

Two senior officials of Sierra Leone’s National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) have completed a two-week intensive training programme focused on work safety and emergency management capacity building for English-speaking African countries in Beijing, China. The two officials, Mohamed L. Bah, Director of Communications, and Sinneh Mansaray, Director of Relief and Response, represented Sierra Leone at [...] The post NDMA Directors Complete Two-Week Work Safety and Emergency Management Training in China appeared first on Sierraloaded.

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  • Strong national or Sierra Leone public relevance