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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.

14/10/2025

SUCCEED SIERRA LEONE COMMEMORATES WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

This year's World Mental Health Day observation featured awareness-raising and thought-provoking discussions on the global theme “Access to Services-Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies."

The event, organised by the Support, Comprehensive Care and Empowerment of People with Psychosocial Disabilities (SUCCEED SL), in collaboration with the University of Makeni’s Clinical Psychology Department, brought together stakeholders, health practitioners, policy-makers, community members, and students at the Fatima Campus Auditorium on Friday, October 10th, 2025.

“This commemoration is to amplify the message of mental health awareness in our country,” Amjata Bayoh, Research Coordinator SUCCEED Sierra Leone said.

During his keynote address, Dr Patrick E. Turay, Medical Director, Holy Spirit Hospital, noted the theme's relevance, especially in the context of Sierra Leone.

Dr Turay indicated that Sierra Leone has experienced a lot of catastrophes and emergencies, ranging from the civil war, Ebola epidemic, Coronavirus pandemic, flooding and mudslide, Mpox and substance abuse.

“People are always prone to psychological distress in traumatic places like Sierra Leone due to catastrophes and emergencies,” he emphasised.

While highlighting the provinces’ wide gap in accessing mental health services, he also noted the country's recent strides, including the setting up of rehabilitation centres, refurbishing the psychiatric hospital, capacitating medical personnel, advocacy, and research, among others.

“We're on the right trajectory to address mental health issues in Sierra Leone if we continue this path,” Dr Turay added.

Hon. Ibrahim Barrie of Bombali District stressed that the status of mental health in Sierra Leone needs urgent attention, collaboration and stronger actions, especially the high rate of substance abuse.

“Government needs to support recovery and reintegration systems and not just to set up a Task Force Committee,” Hon. Barrie called.

Koya Max Bangura and Alpha Bangura admitted that the event broadened their understanding and inspired them to join the campaign of addressing mental health issues.

“It enlightened us about our responsibility to our communities in addressing mental health issues in Sierra Leone,” both opined.

SUCCEED Sierra Leone's commemoration of World Mental Health Day continues to highlight its significance since the first celebration took place in 1992 - an initiative of the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH) pioneered by the then Deputy Secretary-General Richard Hunter.

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06/10/2025

SHEBORA SAMBA KAMARA SUPPORTS SWASAL NORTH GLOBAL PRESENCE DRIVE

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

The Sports Writers Association of Sierra Leone (SWASAL) North has received a donation of One Thousand Four Hundred and Fifty New Leones (NLe. 1,450) from Shebora Samba Kamara.

Kamara, a renowned media practitioner, lecturer, and youth advocate, said the donation is to assist SWASAL North members in acquiring their International Sports Press Association (AIPS) Card.

He commended the outstanding work of sports journalists in his region and described the AIPS Card as a “greater platform” to continue breaking barriers and securing international accolades.

“It's a green light to excel on the international stage, especially when we now live in a global village due to technological advancements,” Kamara expressed belief.

Umaro Saidu Turay, SWASAL North Secretary-General, hailed Kamara's generosity, adding that holding an AIPS card brings a lot of opportunities, including access to publications on its website.

“It is also vital in some travels to cover international matches, and this donation will contribute to our global presence drive,” he asserted.

Shebora Samba Kamara's gesture to SWASAL North further signifies his dedication to leaving a blueprint through his service to humanity.

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03/10/2025

We are excited to celebrate our Co-Founder of NewsFeed Sierra Leone Abu H Kargbo
Sending you a bouty flowers on your birthday as we wish you the very best your heart desires and continue to serve humanity CEO

03/10/2025

CSL’S ICC WOMEN'S CRICKET WEEK CELEBRATION GAINS MOMENTUM IN MAKENI

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

Hundreds of pupils attending St Joseph's Junior Secondary School Makeni have acquired basic knowledge and skills of playing cricket.

This milestone development came after the climax of an intensive three-day awareness-raising of the game by Cricket Sierra Leone (CSL) officials.

Alimamy Turay, a Development Officer at Cricket Sierra Leone, said the awareness-raising is part of the International Cricket Council's (ICC) women's cricket week celebration.

“We believe that the success of cricket and other sporting disciplines starts at the grassroots level,” Turay acknowledged.

Augustine F. Kamara, who teaches Physical Health Education commended Cricket Sierra Leone's initiative of popularising the game nationwide and appealed for capacity-building.

“It will enhance teachers’ understanding and improve delivery methods on cricket,” he told NewsFeed SierraLeone.

Isha Khadijatu Sankoh Yillah and Emanuella Simbo are among the other pupils who have nurtured an extreme interest in the game and lauded Cricket Sierra Leone for the opportunity.

“We hope for consistency and the extension of this opportunity to other schools in the provinces,” both called.

The awareness-raising climaxed with a four-team tournament on the modified version of the game.

During the momentous and action-packed final, Team Yellow won the toss and opted to bat first, making 19 runs in 5 overs.

However, determination and resilience paid off for Team Blue, emerging champions with a narrow win by making 20 runs in 5 overs.

Team Red edged out Team Green to secure the third-place spot.

The nationwide celebration of the International Cricket Council women's cricket week demonstrates Cricket Sierra Leone's commitment to advancing gender equality and empowering the next generation through sports.

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02/10/2025

ALBERT ACADEMY SECONDARY SCHOOL EMBRACES SUBSTANCE ABUSE FIGHT

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

Under the leadership of Prince Marshall Green, the Albert Academy Alumni Association United Kingdom partnered with the “Say No To Drugs Campaign Team” to sensitise pupils on the menace of substance abuse.

The sensitisation occurred during assembly, on Monday, September 9th, 2025.

The event also included the presentation of a set of kits provided by the UK Chapter, five footballs, two armbands and a banner donated by the “Say No To Drugs Campaign Team”.

Representing the Albert Academy Alumni Association UK, Mohamed Mansaray, called on the administration to make good use of the equipment donated and further strengthen zero tolerance to substance abuse measures.

CEO 2 of the “Say No To Drugs Campaign Team”, Abu Bakarr Sillah, said the move is part of their continued effort to fight against substance abuse, emphasising the need to “catch them young.”

“Our goal is to end substance abuse at all levels,” he stressed.

Both the school administration and the pupils welcomed the fight, endorsing the key message “Say no to drugs, our future matters”.

The collaborative effort to amplify the end of substance abuse proves timely and impactful, particularly when President Bio had declared the fight a “state of emergency” in 2024.

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02/10/2025

JOURNALISTS LAUD MRCG’S CAPACITY-BUILDING SESSION ON TRANSITIONAL JUSTICE REPORTING

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

Hosted at the Radio Bankasoka Hall in Port Loko, twenty (20) journalists across the North and North West benefited from a day-long empowerment on transitional justice reporting.

The Media Reform Coordinating Group (MRCG) National Coordinator, Dr Francis Sowa Esq., said the training targeted a total of sixty-six (66) journalists nationwide with support from the Africa Transitional Justice Legacy Fund (ATJLF).

Dr Sowa further recognised the need for continuous education and encouraged the journalists trained to prioritise transitional justice reporting.

“It promotes and ensures a peaceful, stable, and just society,” he accentuated.

While acknowledging the acquisition of knowledge on transitional justice for the first time, Voice of Kunike's Mabinty Davida Koroma commended MRCG for its capacity-building efforts.

“The content of our programs will be tailored to ensure the community also gains an understanding of transitional justice,” she vowed.

Working with Radio Shalom Falaba District, Jonathan Mohamed Koroma described the training as an additional knowledge to his journalistic work.

"I learned the skills of pitching and reporting transitional justice stories and their mechanisms,” he asserted.

The Media Reform Coordinating Group training on transitional justice reporting further signifies the crucial role of organisations in promoting media development and human rights issues in Sierra Leone through capacity-building.

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22/09/2025

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20/09/2025

GREEN SCENERY SHARPENS KNOWLEDGE OF STAKEHOLDERS ON TWIN LAND LAWS

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

In partnership with the Centre for Democracy and Human Rights (CDHR), Green Screnery, as part of the “Pro-Poor Land Governance” project supported by Irish Aid, through Christian Aid, organised a day of training at the SLTU Hall in Makeni.

Through Green Scenery's Promoting Accountability and Citizens Engagement (PACE) project, the capacity-building focused on the National Land Commission Act, and the Customary Land Rights Act both enacted in 2022, otherwise referred to as the “twin land laws”.

Hosted on Thursday, September 18th, 2025, the training empowered traditional authorities, local courts officials, government and non-governmental organisations workers, civil society groups, journalists and community representatives.

Mohamed E.J. Kargbo, Green Scenery's Pro-Poor Land Governance Project Manager, said the training is part of the continued effort to address land conflicts in Sierra Leone.

“People should be familiar with the twin land laws for effective implementation at the local level and mitigate conflicts,” Kargbo emphasised.

Amadu Kamara, Commissioner, National Land Commission North-East Region, who also facilitated the session, commended Green Scenery and other organisations for their consistency in capacitating stakeholders and sensitising communities on the twin land laws.

“They have been complementing our efforts and creating bigger platforms to educate people about our operations and the CLRA 2022,” he acknowledged.

Mohamed Alpha Jalloh, Chairman of the District Multi-Stakeholders Platform (DMSP) Bombali, stated that the training has further strengthened his members' ability to ensure proper land management and administration.

“This session will increase the advocacy campaigns of DMSP members on land governance issues,” he told NewsFeed Sierra Leone.

Sulaiman Fofanah, Panlap Court Chairman, Gbanti Chiefdom, indicated that the training deepened his understanding of the country’s land tenure system.

“It's empowered me to educate my people on the new land laws, especially the 30% women's inclusion quota,” he ascribed.

The training also featured a session on the jurisdiction of the local courts, which has further equipped participants to advocate and champion land governance and ensure access to justice as “knowledge is power”.

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19/09/2025

WIMSAL SEEKS REDRESS AT ECOWAS COURT FOR UMU THORONKA’S DISMISSAL

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

On Wednesday, September 17th, 2025, Women in the Media Sierra Leone (WIMSAL), in partnership with Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights, announced the filing of a petition at the ECOWAS Court on behalf of Journalist Umu Thoronka.

The action aims to seek justice for the alleged unlawful dismissal of Umu Thoronka, who worked for the Sierra Leone Broadcasting Corporation (SLBC) Makeni Branch.

Thoronka said she was dismissed via a phone call on July 26th, 2024, for sharing a video in which a woman was intimidated by government officials after voicing her concerns about the economic hardships in the country during a government town hall meeting attended by President Bio in Freetown.

Speaking through a video link, Umu Thoronka revealed that she is currently in exile due to persistent threats and attacks related to the video shared and further narrated several ordeals.

“I was denied promotion, deprived of stipends, and suspended from programmes' presentations because I rejected sexual advances from my bosses both in Makeni and Freetown, including an attempted r**e from one of my managers," she alleged.

One of her legal representatives, Paul Kamara Esquire, explained that the decision to file a petition at the ECOWAS Court was driven by a lack of justice after internal remedies had been exhausted, including an investigation by the Independent Media Commission (IMC) that took over a year without reaching a verdict.

"We decided to exhaust the ECOWAS Court as another available remedy and look forward to a positive outcome," he stated.

Kamara emphasised that this case is significant for the region, as it highlights the danger to Thoronka's right to life and personal security, which is protected by Article 6 of the African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights.

“Ms Thoronka has chosen courage over silence, truth over fear, and dignity over compromise,” he stressed.

WIMSAL President, Eastina Taylor, told NewsFeed Sierra Leone that a ruling from the ECOWAS Court regarding Thoronka's case could signify a turning point in addressing abuses and security threats faced by female journalists in Sierra Leone and West Africa.

"Seeking justice at the ECOWAS Court is a call to conscience and aims to put an end to what happened to Umu and others who have suffered in silence due to such abuses,” she said.

President Taylor urged the government and media houses across West Africa to tackle the root causes of sexual harassment which tends to limit the growing number of female journalists in the mainstream media.

A timely verdict from the ECOWAS Court could not only hold perpetrators accountable but also create a safe space for women in the media who face intimidation, sexual harassment and cultural barriers.

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18/09/2025

SIERRA LEONE’S JUSTICE SECTOR IMPLEMENTS ANOTHER TRC RECOMMENDATION

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

As Sierra Leone continues to push for several legal reforms, the country's justice sector has achieved another landmark with the coming into effect of the Criminal Procedure Act 2024.

The replaced Criminal Procedure Act of 1965 was described by the 2004 Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) report as one of the several areas of law that “are out of step with modern developments” and recommended its repeal.

“Examples of the law, which cry out for reform, are the criminal procedure laws,” Volume 2, Chapter 3, Page 149, Section 193 of the 2004 TRC report.

Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Alpha Sesay, indicated that the new act is not only progressive but also “very extensive”

“The new law caters for every person who encounters the criminal justice system in Sierra Leone,” he stated.

Further engagements involving traditional leaders and other stakeholders are ongoing, preceded by several training sessions organised for judges, magistrates, prosecutors and police investigators before the Criminal Procedure Act 2024 took effect on Tuesday, September 16th, 2025.

“Public understanding and ownership are crucial to the successful implementation of this new law,” he stressed.

The Criminal Procedure Act 2024 offers new hopes for speedy and proper administration of justice, following several improvements in the availability of courthouses across the country as recommended by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission in Volume 2, Chapter 3, Page 148, Section 187 of its 2004 report.

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15/09/2025

HONOURABLE MOHAMED PAPA BANGURA'S EDUCATIONAL SUCCOUR DELIGHTS BENEFICIARIES

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

On Thursday, 11th September, 2025, a total of one hundred and five (105) school-going pupils benefited from learning materials support, ranging from uniforms, to bags, books, shoes, pens and pencils.

Honourable Mohamed Papa Bangura's assistance stems from his passion for education and altruism for the Masuba Community, following the deadly 2014 Ebola virus that left many orphans before Sierra Leone was declared free in 2015.

"Schooling without such materials is tough and supporting these kids is a passion because sharing is caring,” he said to NewsFeed Sierra Leone

The lawmaker has further stretched his helping arm to other children across the district, emphasising education as the path to a “brighter future"

“Parents and guardians, please give us the strength to continue by providing the required support and monitoring,” Hon. Bangura urged.

Sallay Fornah, a bread seller, said her children have been beneficiaries for a long time and further admitted that Hon. Mohamed Papa Bangura's intervention remains a relief of a huge economic burden.

“It's been helpful over the years as the family mostly depends on proceeds from the bread business with little income,” Fornah admitted.

Kadiatu J. Kamara, a JSS-1 pupil of Bai Memorial Secondary School, promised to fulfil Hon. Mohamed Papa Bangura's expectations with her utmost energy.

The event attracted a host of dignitaries, including Bombali District Council's Chairman, Dr. Mohamed Mark Barbah Sisay, who affirmed the support of complementing the government's free education program.

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14/09/2025

WOFHRAD’S EXPERIENCE-SHARING SESSION INSPIRES ATTENDEES

By: NewsFeed Sierra Leone

The session, convened on Wednesday, September 10th, 2025, at the SLTU Hall in Makeni, through the Irish Aid Civil Society Program (ICSP) project, gathered female councillors, intending aspirants, and network groups.

Zainab Khadijatu Kargbo, a staff member for the ICSP project, said the experience-sharing session demonstrated the Women’s Forum for Human Rights and Democracy’s (WOFHRAD) commitment to increasing women's active involvement in decision-making spaces and occupying leadership positions.

“A panel of successful women leaders inspired our participants and prepared their mindset for the journey ahead,” she told NewsFeed Sierra Leone.

Moderated by Henrietta M. Bangura, the session drew panellists from all walks of life; notably Fatu Florence Kamara- Director Anti-Corruption Commissioner North-East Region, Mary Hawa Turay- Manager University of Makeni's Gender and Career Counselling (GENNEC) Resource Centre and the Sierra Leone People's Party's Councillor Neneh Soh of Makeni City Council.

Mary Hawa Turay, who doubles as an interdisciplinary consultant, commended WOFHRAD’s initiative and called on other organisations to amplify this trajectory.

“Such sessions will transform the young generation by awaiting untold stories from other successful women leaders,” Turay said.

She urged aspiring women leaders to remain focused and determined, especially in a patriarchal Sierra Leone.

“Capitalise on your opportunities and be ready to navigate through challenges,” Turay encouraged.

Among the several attendees, Emilia Hawa Koroma, admitted that she was motivated, with a renewed spirit of achieving her dreams.

“The panellists are true definitions of how barriers are catalysts to success and we’re inspired,” Koroma ascribed.

A similar sentiment was expressed by Esther Hawa Conteh, Bombali District's Coordinator for the Free Quality School Education (FQSE).

“This session manifests the essence of keeping an eye on our dreams,” Conteh asserted.

Inspiration and motivation through experience-sharing is considered timely by many, as Sierra Leone continues to address a long-standing gender gap in women’s inclusion and participation in decision-making.

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