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NewsFeed SL is your trusted News platform for all the local happenings across Sierra Leone, including; Current Affairs, Sports, Arts, Culture, Education and Entertainment. NEWSFEED SIERRA LEONE- SHOWCASING THE SIERRA LEONE CONTENT

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NewsFeed Sierra Leone's online news outlet including a page, Twitter, YouTube and webs

ite was established out of the desire to showcase Sierra Leone content with accuracy, balanced and fairness with current happenings around the globe. NewsFeed Sierra Leone publication is a privately owned news outlet and shall operate as an independent news institution. IDEA

The idea of accurate, balanced and fair reporting on current happenings in Sierra Leone with a priority of local content in showcasing to the world using the digital trend as the 21st-century trajectory of communication as the traditional media are all doing their way to matching that. The news story is sometimes neglected for one reason to another other because of the different purposes the news outlet looking for, as the international media are making headway in fading our local content happenings especially so in branding our content. THE NAME
Many names were considered for the page, but the team concluded in choosing “NewsFeed Sierra Leone” because of its meaning, that the page will be broadcasting news but prioritise local content. Instead of this, it was officially quietly launched on June 30th 2021 at the Link Corporation Hub, Makeni City Plaza in Makeni City. The staff then was Founder, Editor, proofreader, and reporter Mahamood Fofana and Coeditor, admin and co-founder, reporter Abu Hassan Kargbo. THE MISSION

Our Mission is to reach out the human stories and showcase them to the globe, enabling true and meaningful development to take place in the economic, social, cultural, academic and political landscape of Sierra Leone. Our belief is to strive for the true story, broadcast it with no favour, tribal free, no religious interest, regional bias-free, with our conscience in letting people know nothing but the truth. We are built on the background to give voice to the voiceless and unreached including women and children.

12/03/2026

ACTIONAID SIERRA LEONE STRENGTHENS ACCOUNTABILITY WITH OIP DIALOGUE

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

The dialogue was held on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at the Garden State Hall in Makeni.

Fatmata Fornah-Jalloh, Northern Regional Manager of ActionAid Sierra Leone, stated that the Open Information Policy (OIP) dialogue also captures the presentation of the organisation’s 2026 budget to stakeholders and community actors.

She disclosed that the global economic crisis has impacted the organisation’s key donor funding, reducing from about eight million new leones last year to five million, six hundred and fifteen thousand, three hundred and thirty new leones for 2026.

Manager Fatmata Fornah-Jalloh encouraged their implementing partners to effectively utilise the available funds and mobilise additional resources.

“Explore innovative ways of attracting more donors to sustain the good work,” she stressed.

Mohamed Sorie Marrah, Volunteer Protection Officer of the Ministry of Gender and Children’s Affairs in Bombali District, applauded ActionAid and its partners for their efforts in improving the welfare of women, girls, and children, complementing the ministry’s mandate to protect and empower vulnerable groups.

Haja Betty Alimamy Sesay, the Director of Women’s Action for Human Dignity Sierra Leone (WAHD-SL), commended ActionAid Sierra Leone for the long-standing collaboration.

Sesay added that WAHD's participation demonstrates a commitment to effectively implementing ActionAid projects in their two operational districts.

She reassured their commitment
to transparency and accountability in the ex*****on of projects.

“We encourage community actors to monitor the process in the interest of our donors and beneficiaries,” she called.

The Open Information Policy dialogue forms part of ActionAid Sierra Leone’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and community participation in the implementation of development programmes across the country.

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08/03/2026

ORANGE SL SPLASHES OVER NLe 2.8 MILLION FOR 2026 FA CUP SPONSORSHIP

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

The landmark sponsorship agreement was formally signed on Wednesday, 4th March 2026, by Babadi Kamara, President of the Sierra Leone Football Association, and Aicha Toure, the Chief Executive Officer of Orange Sierra Leone.

Hosted at the Orange Conference Hall in Hill Station, Freetown, the ceremony attracted Augusta James-Teima, Minister of Sports, and Dr Abdulrahaman Swaray, the Deputy Executive Director of the National Sports Authority (NSA), among others.

Orange Sierra Leone injected more than Two Million Eight Hundred Thousand Leones (NLe. 1.8 Million) and became the second corporate brand sponsoring the country’s knockout format FA Cup competition, nearly a decade after Leocem's maiden sponsorship in 2016.

Beyond the financial commitment, the sponsorship accompanies significant technological and operational support packages for the country's football governing body, including a Closed User Group (CUG) mobile communication platform for SLFA staff and installing 60 Mbps high-speed internet connectivity at the SLFA headquarters in Freetown, among other added-value services.

The landmark deal signals a new era of commercialisation and corporate partnership in Sierra Leone football, reinforcing Babadi Kamara’s vision to reposition the game and attract meaningful investment.

With the branding of the Orange FA Cup 2026, many stakeholders believe the move could catalyse further corporate involvement in other domestic competitions, strengthening football development and restoring competitive and commercial appeal across Sierra Leone.

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25/02/2026

KWAME QUEE MARKS EAST END LIONS DEBUT WITH A BRACE

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

The defending champions, East End Lions Football Club, secured a 2-1 home win against Kamboi Eagles at the Approved School Field on Monday to record their first back-to-back victories in the 2025/26 Leone Rock Premier League season.

Kwame Quee, who was making his debut for ‘The Killers’ created an immediate impact, scoring both goals.

East End Lions become the third outfit Kwame Quee is playing for in the country's top-tier league, following a long-term spell with FC Johansen and a recent stint with Old Edwardians, before departing again for Europe.

Quee scored the match opener from the spot in the 44th minute, a lead short-lived by Idrissa M. Kallon in the 45th minute for a 1-1 scoreline at half-time.

During the second-half, Kwame Quee netted again early in the 49th minute and restored East Lions' lead, which also sealed a crucial three points for the club.

The standout performance before being substituted in the 73rd-minute for David A. Kamara earned Quee the man-of-the-match award.

Kwame Quee has had several caps with the Sierra Leone national team, including being part of the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations squad hosted in Cameroon.

Meanwhile, the win moves East End Lions to 11th position on the log with 19 points out of sixteen matches played, a point adrift of Kamboi Eagles following a struggling start to the campaign.

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24/02/2026

BBC MEDIA ACTION CLIMAXES 10-DAY STAKEHOLDERS ENGAGEMENT ON SEXUAL HARASSMENT

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

The extensive discussion, which featured radio station managers, female journalists, women-led organisations among others was hosted at the New Brookfields Hotel, and wrapped up on Friday, 20th February, 2026.

Marian Tina Conteh, Senior Project Officer at BBC Media Action Sierra Leone, stated that the engagement aims to critically discuss possible mechanisms to address the alleged increase in sexual harassment faced by female journalists in Sierra Leone, citing initial findings from an ongoing survey.

”We're expecting the final report in March this year and we want a safe space for women in the media,” she noted.

Irene Kariuki, a Kenyan independent consultant on gender-based violence and the project facilitator, emphasised that the study aims to understand the working conditions of female journalists in Sierra Leone, as well as the impacts of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH).

She further highlighted that structural and leadership issues contributed to the unwillingness to discuss the subject, which was one of the key challenges of the study.

"The actors will be regulated through the SEAH mechanism, with the long-term goal of supporting survivors," Kariuki stated.

Abdulai Sillah, Station Manager of Amzas Radio 96.9 FM Makeni, boldly acknowledged the challenges faced by female journalists in Sierra Leone and called on the Independent Media Commission (IMC) to develop a women's safety policy before the next license renewal.

He further recommended that an action plan document be developed as soon as possible.

Patricia Kabia urged BBC Media Action to ensure its findings reflect the real challenges faced by women in the media.

Abibatu M. Yansaneh, a final year Mass Communication student at the Central University, applauded BBC Media Action for the educative and impactful step, as well as anticipated the framework mechanism.

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22/02/2026

NATIVE CONSORTIUM POPULARISES DRIVER’S AND VEHICLES LICENSES DECENTRALISATION IN MAKENI

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

The event, hosted on Friday, 20th February 2026, at the Sierra Leone Road Safety (SLRSA) North-East Region headquarters, was also attended by representatives from the bike riders' and drivers' unions.

In his remarks, Edmond Abu Jr., the Executive Director of Native Consortium, commended President Bio’s administration for realising the long-standing need to decentralise driver's and vehicle licenses.

“This advocacy has lasted for over two decades since the days of the late President Kabbah,” he noted.

Edmond Abu Jr. stated that the Native Consortium prioritises public interest over self-centred advocacy and is not involved in witch-hunting the government.

“Our popularisation complements the government's driver's and vehicles licenses decentralisation because this development is laudable,”

Titus A.G. Sesay, Superintendent Root Commander, Head of Station, SLRSA Makeni, assured the six covered districts, including Karene and Kono of speedy production and timely delivery.

Sesay further indicated that the driver's and vehicles licenses decentralisation also eases the burden of people in hard-to-reach areas, especially Falaba.

”They will only now visit our Kabala Station to apply for their licenses and their details will be sent to Makeni for production,” he said.

Similar assurances were given by Autospect, the company contracted for producing vehicle licenses, through Abdul Karim Bah, one of the officials attached to the SLRSA Makeni Office.

Ishmail Dumbuya, Public Relations Officer of the Makeni Bike Riders Union, welcomed this development, ending long-term bullying faced by their members due to delays in the centralised production.

“Our members were robbed and victimised even when they had complied and were waiting for their licenses,” he accentuated.

Abdul Rahman Kamara, the Bombali District and Regional Secretary of the Motor Drivers Union, also praised the initiative and appealed for the introduction of a digital application.

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15/02/2026

SLAJ AMPLIFIES “FREEDOM OF SPEECH” STANDALONE CHAPTER ADVOCACY

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

The renewed advocacy came after Alpha Sesay, the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, tabled the Constitutional Amendment 2025 Bill in Parliament, aiming to fulfil several recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation (TRC) and the Tripartite Committee reports.

The Sierra Leone Association of Journalists (SLAJ) emphasised the beyond the ballot box democratic principles in justifying the need for a standalone ”Freedom of Speech” Chapter in the next constitution.

SLAJ believed that Chapter 12 would strengthen the advancements in freedom of expression made by the President Bio-led government, following the historic repeal of Part 5 of the 1965 Public Order Act, which previously criminalised libel.

The Sierra Leone Association of Journalists stated that a constitution that guarantees freedom of speech is a promise to the people and never a threat to national development, as emphasised by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.

“Restrictions on the freedom of expression represent a fearful State; it reflects a State that has no confidence in its ability to promote and disseminate its doctrines in the marketplace of ideas,” Paragraph 75, Volume 2, Chapter 3, Page 131 of the TRC Report.

SLAJ noted the advocacy as a public interest-driven agenda, noting that a a standalone freedom of speech chapter in the country's constitution reflects a mature democracy and future governments can easily roll out administrative actions to enforce the legislative decrees, buttressing the TRC perspective.

”A culture of public debate and tolerance for dissenting views is the sign of a vibrant and healthy democracy,” Paragraph 75, Volume 2, Chapter 3, Page 131 of the TRC Report.

SLAJ recognised its resilience in achieving this national cause, although previous efforts made during the Justice Edmond Cowan-led Constitutional Review Committee under former President Ernest Bai Koroma proved futile.

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11/02/2026

MID-WEST CRICKET CLUB BEATS RIVALS TO END 7-YEAR CHAMPIONSHIP DROUGHT

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

A Sunday victory of nineteen runs at the Kingtom Police Oval on Sunday, 8th February, 2026, proved massive for Mid-West to lift the 2025 Cricket Sierra Leone Senior Men’s T20 Premier League.

Mid-West delivered a disciplined all-round performance against a determined Police side, securing nine out of nine to mark a memorable triumph in this season’s outstanding display.

The two cricket giants bowled in a fierce contest, and both recorded over a century of runs.

Mid-West turned the option of batting first to their advantage, scoring 120 runs, for the loss of 9 wickets in 20 overs.

A similar chase was attempted by the Police Cricket Club, scoring 102 runs, but it made no significant impact as all were sent out in 16 overs.

The convincing victory ended Mid-West's seven-year wait for silverware, after finishing in the runner-up position on over three occasions.

Club officials and supporters expressed their club's patience, and commitment to challenging for the Sierra Leone Senior Men's T20 Cricket Premier League title.

The 2025 championship is not just a title for the Mid-West but reaffirms its regrouping of maintaining its status among the country's elite cricket clubs, adding to its previous five championships.

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04/02/2026

CONNAUGHT HOSPITAL 2025 REPORT HIGHLIGHTS FINANCIAL CONSTRAINTS AMIDST INFRASTRUCTURAL TRANSFORMATION

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

Dr Mark Ibrahim Kapuwa, the Connaught Hospital Care Manager, has stated that late and insufficient government subventions are among the key financial challenges affecting its full operational costs.

He acknowledged the visionary strides made by the Honourable Minister of Health, Dr Austin Demby, and the government's unwavering commitment but emphasised that ensuring the supply of identified drugs and medical equipment should be a high-priority concern.

The hospital, located in the country's capital- Freetown, recent report revealed an increase in utilisation of its Out Patient Department service from 43,300 in 2024 to 59,700 in 2025.

Also, the surgery service areas are described as expanded, with a referral growth of 21,500 from 19,800 admissions in 2024, while the emergency service area accounted for 18,000, which the hospital attributes to its high trauma burden.

The services provided aligned with the hospital’s effort in preventing and promoting referrals, health education, training and collaboration to improve the country's health sector, however, they led to high patient volume compared to available resources, including Infrastructure gaps in some departments, and staff fatigue encountered in 2025 caused by limited human resources and limited funding for advanced equipment and maintenance.

The management implemented several key financial measures to address these challenges, including enhanced budget and expenditure tracking, streamlined spending aligned with strategic priorities, and improved internal controls.

Despite these efforts, the hospital labelled its available funding and service demand as 'substantial.'

As the challenges continue, the management views 2025 as consolidation and steady progress for Connaught Hospital, but says “With sustained leadership, policy support, and investment, Connaught Hospital is well-positioned to continue its transformation into a resilient, patient-centred, and high-performing tertiary institution serving Sierra Leone,” excerpt of its 2025 report.

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31/01/2026

AASL EXPOSES TROUBLING CONDITIONS AT MAKENI REGIONAL HOSPITAL

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

The 2024 Auditor General’s Report has highlighted several grey areas at Makeni Regional Hospital, exposing the uncertainty of providing better healthcare for the people.

Unclear procurement procedures and a short supply of dietary items by the contractor, amounting to NLe. 503,115 for the period between 1st January and 30th September 2024 were leaked by the report.

Furthermore, the Audit Service Sierra Leone (ASSL) report indicated that the Makeni Regional Hospital did not receive a supply of drugs for the 'Free Healthcare' scheme, which targets children under 5, lactating mothers, and the disabled, at no cost for three quarters, aside from the Maternity Unit, which received 27% of the supply in 2024.

It is also noted that both the Public Private Partnership (PPP) and the Free Health Care (FHC) pharmacies failed to operate on a 24-hour basis due to insufficient staff.

Only three staff members were assigned to the FHC pharmacy, while just one staff member operated the PPP pharmacy.

These situations forced the target beneficiaries to foot their bills contrary to the free healthcare policy.

According to the Auditor General's Report, only ten of the thirty-six members listed on the payroll were available for physical verification, while the remaining twenty-six ghost staff collectively received a total salary of NLe 1,012,200 in 2024.

The distressing condition of the Makeni Regional Hospital infrastructure was further confirmed by the 2024 report, which reflects the people's condemnation.

”We conducted a physical verification of the facilities at the Makeni Regional Hospital and observed significant deficiencies in infrastructure, medical equipment, and the availability of essential drugs across various departments and wards,” excerpt of the report.

The Auditor General urged both the Permanent Secretary and the Assistant Director of Procurement at the Ministry of Health to ensure that the contractor supplies the outstanding items.

Also, the Auditor General recommended that if the contractor fails to comply, the full amount should be recovered and returned to the state’s coffers.

Until the report was published, this issue remained unresolved. The Medical Superintendent and the Hospital Secretary (HS) were only responsible for supervising the supply of dietary items in response to the Auditor General's findings.

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28/01/2026

PI-CREF TRAINS MULTIMINISTERIAL STAKEHOLDERS IN STRENGTHENED FOOD SYSTEMS COORDINATION IN SL

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

The day-long training held for multi-sectoral stakeholders across the North, North-West, and Western Area on Monday, January 26, 2026, at MADAM Hall in Makeni, focused on food system governance, food security, and nutrition.

Dr Patrick Kormawa, Director of Food Security and Climate-Smart Agricultural Transformation, at the Office of the President of Sierra Leone, said the training was pitched on the importance of food and nutrition for fostering a healthy and economically viable nation, citing findings of recent research.

”Improper diet can lead to stunted growth and a reduction of 9 IQ points among peers,” he asserted.

He emphasised the importance of overcoming challenges to achieve the broader goal of food security with the support and partnership of the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), as well as fostering effective collaboration among multi-ministerial teams both at district and national levels.

Nenebah Jalloh, the National Coordinator for Scaling Up Nutrition (SUN) at the Vice President's Office, praised the training and reiterated the political will to the global goal of ending hunger and improving nutrition by 2030.

Kadiatu D. Koroma, the Nutritionist for Koinadugu District, praised the timely training organised by the Presidential Initiative on Climate Change, Renewable Energy, and Food Security (PI-CERF), which enhanced her understanding of food system governance and food security.

“My task is to share the knowledge acquired with the community people,” she pledged.

The training also reaffirms Sierra Leone's commitment to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 2 through empowerment.

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26/01/2026

BABADI KAMARA INSPIRES SLFA’S TRANSFORMATIONAL REFORMS IN JUST 5 MONTHS

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

Mohamed Benson Bawoh, the Acting General-Secretary of the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA), has announced the lifting of all financial restrictions FIFA previously levied on the association.

Bawoh made this disclosure during a press conference held on Thursday, 22nd January, 2026, updating media practitioners and the public on the activities undertaken by President Babadi Kamara's current leadership.

He commended Babadi's five-month administrative reforms, including strengthening governance structures, building capacity, improving infrastructure, restoring public trust, and attracting investors.

“The FIFA online safeguarding training has enabled 80% of our staff to become safeguarding officers,” he said.

Bawoh further revealed that Leone Stars will engage in several friendly matches through the secured FIFA Series, including Azerbaijan, St Lucia and Oman.

“It's part of our preparations for the 2027 African Cup of Nations qualifiers,” he added.

He also mentioned SLFA’s ongoing engagements with the Ministry of Sports and the National Sports Authority to resolve Leone Stars’ autonomy.

“SLFA must manage Leone Stars 100% to ensure AFCON 2027 qualification,” he emphasised.

Bawoh indicated that the finalisation of the country's first-ever women's football strategy is set to receive One Hundred Thousand Dollars ($100,000) from FIFA's annual directed funds for women's football upon submission.

Babadi Kamara, who assumed leadership on 2nd August, 2025, reaffirms his tenure's commitment to upholding transparency and accountability and mitigating misinformation.

”The SLFA must assert its presence and ensure its impact felt both regionally and globally," he said.

Beyond the transformational leadership, the press conference provided crucial updates and created no room for hoax news.

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24/01/2026

IMC’S RENEWAL FEE INCREMENT RAISES CONCERNS AMIDST CHALLENGING REVENUE STREAMS

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

Free Media Group's Chief Executive Officer, Umaru Fofana, together with other media executives have expressed frustration with the increment of the annual Independent Media Commission (IMC) renewal fee.

The decision taken at a meeting held on 16th December, 2025, was promoted by IMC's demand to improve service delivery, referencing the 2020 Act.

Fofana described the increase as excessive, citing various difficult revenue streams, including a decrease in sales and minimal advertising for newspaper outlets.

”Essentially, the country's newspapers are tinkering on the brink of collapse,” he stressed.

Abdulai Sillah, Station Manager of Amzas Radio in Makeni, expressed that the decision left them in shock, especially when the country's media poverty state is palpable.

”They should prioritise regulation over profit in public-serving institutions,” he noted.

Abass Sesay, Regional Bureau Chief for the African Young Voices Media Empire North, explained that the renewal fee increase tends to limit their operations, especially with the increased marketing competition from the new media.

“We hope SLAJ intervenes and IMC gets a rethink of this huge increment,” he anticipated.

The call has not only been described as timely and fair but also pushed for a vibrant and sustained Sierra Leone media landscape.

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