Sierra Leone Adopts 5-year National Condom Strategy Programme
Sierra Leone has embarked on a bold journey to combat HIV/AIDS with the launch of its ambitious five-year National Condom Strategy Programming (2025-2029), designed to curb the spread of the epidemic and promote a healthier future. With the theme “Just Use It,” the campaign aims to highlight the vital role condom use plays in preventing HIV transmission and other sexually...
For Life-Saving Heart Surgery…Indian Community Sponsors 2-Year-Old To India
In an extraordinary demonstration of compassion and goodwill, the Indian community in Sierra Leone has stepped forward to fund the life-saving medical treatment of two-year-old Samuel Favour Salfu Adikalie Mansaray, diagnosed with severe congenital heart defects. This remarkable humanitarian gesture was formally announced during a press briefing held on February 7, 2025, at the Choithram Head Office Conference Room on...
Climate Change & Extreme Heat Remains A Growing Urban Challenge
By John Baimba Sesay This week, Freetown is a hub of activity for an important cause. Under the leadership of its mayor, the city is convening climate advocates and regional mayors to deep-dive on the growing impact of climate change and urban heat. Let’s start with some facts: Climate change is a real and urgent global threat, driven largely by...
‘No Fishing Activities This February’ – Fisheries Minister
The Minister of Fisheries and Marine Resources, Princess Dugba, has entreated stakeholders in the artisanal fisheries sector to abide by rules and regulations governing this year's CLOSED SEASON measure, aimed at conserving the country's rich fisheries and marine resources. Speaking during a nationwide tour of fishing communities, including Shallah Water, Tambacullah, Moa Wharf, Portee/Rokupa, Bonthe, and Shenge, the minister, who...
