development stories

David Johnson2 days ago
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West Africa Heroes Awards 2026 Set to Spotlight Regional Excellence in Freetown

Preparations are in full swing in Freetown for the highly anticipated West Africa Heroes Awards 2026, scheduled for 9 May…
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David Johnson5 days ago
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NASSIT Director General Engages Stakeholders in Moyamba

The Director General of the National Social Security and Insurance Trust (NASSIT), Mohamed Fuaad Daboh, on Thursday, 16th April 2026,…
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David Johnson1 week ago
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Sierra Leone to Host ECOWAS Judicial Council Conference for the First Time

The Judiciary of Sierra Leone is set to host the prestigious ECOWAS Judicial Council Conference 2026 for the first time,…
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David Johnson4 weeks ago
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At “Chop and Chat”: Afrimoney Unveils Tap 2 Pay Cards

Afrimoney, Sierra Leone’s leading mobile money service provider, is set to officially launch its innovative “Tap 2 Pay” card today,…
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David Johnson4 weeks ago
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Absence of Mayor & Deputy Doesn’t Empower Councillors to Act — Former SLPP Mayor Avers

Former SLPP Mayor of Bonthe District and former Public Relations Officer of LOCASL, Layemin Joe Sandi, has weighed in on…
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David JohnsonMarch 24, 2026
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Deported Sierra Leoneans Claim Assault and Harassment by Guinean Security — Report

Reports reaching this medium indicate that more than 546 Sierra Leoneans recently deported from Guinea have alleged mistreatment at the…
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David JohnsonMarch 23, 2026
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RCBank Teams Up With Partners For Landmark Boat Race Competition

Sixteen coastal communities across the Western Area Rural and Urban districts are gearing up for the inaugural Coastal Unity Boat…
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David JohnsonMarch 23, 2026
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UBA UK and BII Move to Boost Trade Finance Access Across Africa

London, March 16, 2026 — United Bank for Africa (UK) Limited and British International Investment plc have signed a Letter…
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David JohnsonMarch 23, 2026
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New NASSIT Board Chair, Trustee Sworn in As Labour Minister Urges Informal sector Reform

The Minister of Labour, Employment and Social Security, Mohamed Rahman Swarray, has called on the new Board Chairperson and the…
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David JohnsonMarch 13, 2026
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Michelle Maria Valenti Boosts Muslim and Christian Communities During Ramadan and Lent in Sierra Leone

A prominent Africa–Europe trade envoy and philanthropist, Michele Maria Valenti, has extended humanitarian support to religious communities in Sierra Leone…
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