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Politics
President Ernest Koroma Assures Kailahun
President of the All People’s Congress (APC) led Government of Sierra Leone, Ernest Bai Koroma, has assured residents of Kailahun that his government was very committed to develop that part of the country. This assurance was made to the people of Kailahun on Saturday 6th February2010, during his maiden visit to Kailahun Town, since he was elevated to the Presidency.
Feb 8, 2010, 13:20
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In Sierra Leone, Farmers Elect New Executive
The newly established National Federation of Farmers of Sierra Leone (NaFFSL) has in a show of character and unity successfully held its maiden convention to elect a new national executive body that is set to steer the affairs of the Federation for the next four years. On Saturday 30th January 2010, the Saint Francis Secondary School Hall in Makeni was almost fill to capacity with a total of 112 farmer delegates nationwide, who voted unopposed for former Customs Officer and now Master Farmer, Jessie Olu John as National President in an election fairly conducted by the National Electoral Commission (NEC).
Feb 8, 2010, 13:18
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In Sierra Leone, First Lady Sia Nyama Koroma Gives Full Honours to Late Mrs. Gladys Okoro-Cole, our first First Lady
First Lady of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Mrs. Sia Nyama Koroma, on Friday 5th February 2010, joined throngs of bereaved family members and sympathizers, to pay last respects to the late Mrs. Gladys Jemima McNeila Okoro-Cole (Nee Brown), Sierra Leone’s first First Lady. Following a befitting thanksgiving and requiem mass at St. Patrick’s Church in Kissy, the late Mrs. Okoro-Cole, wife of the late C.E.O Cole (first President of Sierra Leone), was laid to rest at the Kissy Cemetery in Freetown.
Feb 8, 2010, 13:16
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Photo News
Sierra Leone: Some Interesting Worded Banners in Kailahun over the Weekend
A PICTURE TELLS A THOUSAND WORDS. CLICK ABOVE LINK...
Feb 8, 2010, 13:14
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In Sierra Leone, Bobson Sesay’s Award Celebrated
Throngs of relatives, friends, members of parliament and a host of other distinguished personalities on Friday 5th February 2010 converged at the China House in Freetown to celebrate a prestigious "China Africa Friendship Contribution Award" recently won by one of Sierra Leone’s proud sons, Dr. Alfred Bobson Sesay. Dr. Alfred Bobson Sesay was among the few eminent African personalities who received the said awards. Other recipients of the same award include former Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda, erstwhile Secretary General of the Organization for Africa Unity (OAU), now African Union (AU), Dr. Salim A. Salim, Chairman of the Congolese People’s Association for Friendship Countries, Vital Bilal and former Vice President of Egypt, Yusuf Waly.
Feb 8, 2010, 13:12
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In Sierra Leone, Detailed Engineering Design for Northern Roads Soon
As part of its nationwide campaign to improve cities and townships roads across the country, the Sierra Leone Roads Authority (SLRA) has contracted a development and engineering firm called Sigodi Marah Martin to undertake a study and compile a detailed engineering design for selected roads in the Northern Province. This rehabilitation project is in line with the government’s Agenda for Change to develop better transport links, expand the length of the paved road network, and to provide a safe, integrated and reliable transport network across the country, so that the network can meet the nation’s growing needs.
Feb 8, 2010, 13:10
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In Sierra Leone, IMF Introduces New Framework for Low-income Countries
In the most comprehensive reform of IMF support for low-income countries in over two decades, the new package of IMF concessional facilities became effective January 7 2009. This far-reaching reform more than doubles our lending resources, provides exceptional interest relief, and offers new lending instruments that are more flexible and responsive to individual country needs.
Feb 8, 2010, 13:08
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In Sierra Leone, Mountain Villages to Benefit from Modern Hospital
A local non governmental organization called Hope and New Life Health Care Sierra Leone has disclosed plans to construct an ultra-modern private hospital in the Urban Rural District of Sierra Leone. This disclosure was made by the Country Representative for Hope and New Life Health Care Sierra Leone, Mr. Vivian John, whilst addressing residents of the mountain village of Mortaim in the Mountain Rural District, and it environs, during the official launching of the project over the weekend.
Feb 8, 2010, 13:06
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In Sierra Leone, New CEO at UBA
United Bank for Africa (UBA) has appointed a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), who is expected to resume office by the start of August 2010. The appointment is in compliance with a policy of the Central Bank of Nigeria, limiting Bank Chiefs’ tenures to only ten (10) years.
Feb 8, 2010, 13:02
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Awareness Times News Briefs from Sierra Leone
*Britain Provides $4.5m *ECOWAS Speaker Visits Salone *Husband Slaps Wife to Death *Violence Erupts in Kabala *Energy Ministry Speaks on ‘Fuel Outburst’ *Sierra Leone Loses $29M in Illegal Fishing.
Feb 8, 2010, 13:02
COMMENTS & OPINIONS
WHO IS FOOLING WHO?
While I absolutely admire the candour of HE the President conceding unbridled corruption within his government and acknowledging the active participation of functionaries in his administration in this scam, to the knowledge and collusion of institutional heads including the law enforcement agencies; I am also both incensed and stunned that such an important issue that threatens both our economy and the security and prosperity of our state, can be dismissed with just a final admonition that future culprits will face the full penalty of the law.
Feb 8, 2010, 13:00
NOTICES & DOCUMENTS
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Special Messages
Thanks for Sympathy from the Family of the Late Dr. Salia Jusu-Sheriff
Thanks for Sympathy from the Family of the Late Dr. Salia Jusu-Sheriff
Feb 8, 2010, 12:58
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Feb 8, 2010, 12:56
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Feb 8, 2010, 12:54
NOTICES & DOCUMENTS
Public Notice
The Independent Review Panel, the Commission established by government, to review and determine the circumstances as well as establish the facts relating to incidents of political violence and intolerance during the month of March 2009 in Gendema, Pujehun District, Freetown, Western Area Urban and Kenema, Kenema District will do the opening ceremony and commence its public hearing at the conference room of the national stadium hostel building for Freetown, Western Urban area on Monday the 15th February, 2010, at 10:00 am, for Kenema, Kenema District on Wednesday 24th February 2010 at the Kenema City Hall at 10:00 am and for Gendema, Pujehun District on Monday the 1st March, 2010 at the Gendema Court Barry at 10:00am.
Feb 8, 2010, 12:53
NOTICES & DOCUMENTS
National Revenue Authority (NRA) Public Notice
The National Revenue Authority (NRA) is launching a novel protection scheme to prevent consumers from being wrongly charged when purchasing Goods and Services following the introduction of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on 1st January this year.
Feb 8, 2010, 12:52
NOTICES & DOCUMENTS
Bank of Sierra Leone Treasury Bills Announcement
The Bank of Sierra Leone Announces the result(s) of treasury bills auction held on Thursday January 14, 2010.
Feb 8, 2010, 12:50
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United Nations Development Programme
The Political Parties Registration Commission is currently undergoing restructuring process aimed at strengthening the Commission in discharging its mandate. The restructuring process entails hiring of new staff and capacity development activities aimed at equipping new staff with the necessary skills and competencies to carry out their respective functions. With the support from international partners, technical assistance to the PPRC has been ear marked, through recruitment of international and local experts to support the Commission in areas of operations and procurement, administrative and finance management and, law reform.
Feb 8, 2010, 12:46
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Vacancy Announcement Sierra Leone Broadcasting Corporation-Slbc
The Parliament of Sierra Leone in September, 2009 passed the "Sierra Leone Broadcasting Corporation Act 2009" thereby establishing the Sierra Leone Broadcasting Corporation as the first legally independent national broadcaster in Sierra Leone charged with the responsibility of providing information, education, entertainment and above all reflect all shades of opinion throughout Sierra Leone.
Feb 8, 2010, 12:44
NOTICES & DOCUMENTS
Guma Valley Water Company Invitation for Bids
The Guma Valley Water Company has received a Grant from the United Kingdom’s Department for International Development placed in a Trust Fund (TF091108) and managed by the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) toward the cost of the implementation of the Water Supply Emergency Expenditure and Investment Plan for Freetown, Sierra Leone and it intends to apply part of the proceeds of this grant to payments for the contracts under IFB No: GVWC/ NCB/WKS /018/10. Bidding will be governed by the National Public Procurement Authority eligibility rules and procedures. Guma Valley Water Company now invites sealed bids from eligible bidders for:
Feb 8, 2010, 12:42
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Sierra Leone Commercial Bank Disposal Of Used Vehicles
Sierra Leone Commercial Bank Ltd invites interested bidders for the sale of the undermentioned vehicles on an as is where is basis. Vehicle Reg. No. Make of Vehicle Year of Manufacture
Feb 8, 2010, 12:40
NOTICES & DOCUMENTS
SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICE
The Government of Sierra Leone has received a loan from the African Development Bank in various currencies to finance the cost of Basic and Non-Formal Education and Vocational Skills Training. It is intended that part of the proceeds of this loan will be applied to eligible payments under the contract for the supply of Tools, Equipments and Toolkits for Vocational Skills Training Centres in Bo, Bombali, Kailahun, Kenema, Koinadugu, Kono, Moyamba and Tonkolili Districts.
Feb 8, 2010, 12:38
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African Minerals (SL) Limited Notice of Vacant Position Travel Coordinator
African Minerals (SL) Limited requires the services of a Travel Coordinator for it in-country operations.
Feb 8, 2010, 12:36
NOTICES & DOCUMENTS
UN VOLUNTEER TERMS OF REFERENCE
The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme is the UN organization that promotes volunteerism to support peace and development worldwide. Volunteerism can transform the pace and nature of development, and it benefits both society at large and the individual volunteer. UNV contributes to peace and development by advocating for volunteerism globally, encouraging partners to integrate volunteerism into development programming, and mobilizing volunteers. In most cultures volunteerism is deeply embedded in long-established, ancient traditions of sharing and support within the communities. In this context, UNV volunteers take part in various forms of volunteerism and play a role in development and peace together with co-workers, host agencies and local communities.
Feb 8, 2010, 12:34
COMMENTS & OPINIONS
As Commonwealth Secretary General visits Sierra Leone…time for Youth to put their case across.
Let us be quite clear about this, that President Koroma and his government will be bombarding the Secretary General, with well-worded statements about government achievements, with its most popular slogan ’Agenda for Change’. My question is: where will the youth be to put their case across? I believe the Secretary General’s visit will mean nothing to Sierra Leone unless the youth (the future of Sierra Leone) are given the opportunity to be heard loud and clear on pertinent issues that affect their wellbeing.
Feb 5, 2010, 18:18
NOTICES & DOCUMENTS
ITINERARY OF VISIT OF PRESIDENT KOROMA TO KENEMA & KAILAHUN DISTRICTS
CLICK ABOVE LINK FOR THE ITINERARY OF THE VISIT OF H.E. THE PRESIDENT TO KENEMA AND KAILAHUN DISTRICTS...
Feb 5, 2010, 17:25
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Politics
In Sierra Leone, President Koroma Sweeps into Bo & Kenema; Heading for Kailahun
President Ernest Bai Koroma accompanied by a strong contingent of APC stalwarts, yesterday stormed the southern and eastern cities of Bo and Kenema respectively as part of his four days visit to that part of the country. The President’s first stop was made in Bo, where he had lunch with Paramount Chiefs of the Southern Region; inspected the Bo Stadium Complex and later departed for Kenema.
Feb 5, 2010, 17:23
EDITORIALS
Sierra Leone's Anti Corruption Commission Should Clear the Air!
We believe such serious and grave allegations, especially the ones concerning the Deputy Commissioner Morlai Buya Kamara, must be immediately addressed by ACC if that entity is to maintain its public credibility. The visible public relations exercise by Mr. Morlai Buya Kamara since the publication hit has not been enough to address the issue. We respect Mr. Kamara’s integrity otherwise he might not have passed parliamentary scrutiny but we believe the issue calls for more than the sudden placement of his face all over newspapers as he lectures ‘corrupt’ school principals. Publishing his photos is not enough. What Sierra Leoneans will like to know is whether the Deputy Commissioner indeed has such a sordid corruption legacy haunting him. And if so, what the heck is he doing at our Anti Corruption Commission?
Feb 5, 2010, 17:18
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First Lady Sia Koroma to Honour Gladys Okoro-Cole, first First Lady of Sierra Leone
The Office of the First Lady of the Republic of Sierra Leone has assured that First Lady Mrs. Sia Nyama Koroma, will not only grace the funeral ceremony of Sierra Leone’s first First Lady (the late Mrs Gladys Okoro-Cole), but will also view the corpse in a show of honour to the late woman. The late Mrs. Gladys Okoro-Cole, who passed away on Tuesday 26th January 2010 after spending almost nine decades of subsidiary life on earth, would be laid to rest in Freetown today Friday 5th January 2010 after a memorial service at the St. Patricks Church in Kissy at 2:30pm.
Feb 5, 2010, 17:17
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In Sierra Leone, Legal Aid Scheme Records Successes in One Year! Bar Association Represents 408 Cases
Financed by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the Sierra Leone Bar Association has successfully represented 408 cases in its Legal Aid Scheme, since the inception of the scheme ten months ago. The Sierra Leone Bar Association launched the Legal Aid Scheme in March 2009 to provide free legal services to persons who cannot reasonably afford private legal services.
Feb 5, 2010, 17:10
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In Sierra Leone, Africell Subscribers Rain in Cash
One of Sierra Leone’s most reliable, innovative and biggest GSM operator Africell, is unabatedly hitting the country with an exceptional and classic promotions for its valuable subscribers operating on the three different Africell codes 077/088/030. Lucky subscribers are constantly benefiting from the cash chamber draw and the Wheel of Fortune promotion which attract dozens of football loving fans nationwide. As qualifiers queue to enter the cash chamber and spin the Wheel of Fortune, many others are yearning to join the Africell family and be part of these promotions.
Feb 5, 2010, 17:09
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Awareness Times News Briefs from Sierra Leone
*Accidents Claims Two Lives *FCC Boosts Schools *Top Up Prices Go Up *Buffalos Disturb Farmers *ACC Hails Acting Health Minister *Dispute in Kenema *Koindu Customs Post Re-opens.
Feb 5, 2010, 17:08
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In Sierra Leone, 276 People Tested HIV Positive in 2009
The Director of National AIDS Secretariat (NAS), Dr. Brima Kargbo has disclosed that 276 (Two Hundred and Seventy Six) people tested HIV/AIDS positive in 2009. "Out of this number, one hundred and eighty one were females and ninety four were males" Dr. Kargbo disclosed in a press briefing on Friday 29th February 2010 at the NAS Secretariat in Freetown.
Feb 5, 2010, 17:06
COMMENTS & OPINIONS
How Are You Dr. Sylvia Olayinka Blyden of Sierra Leone?
The reason for me to mention that particular incident is to clearly illustrate the kind of energy that is vested into one single young lady…. Sylvia Olayinka Blyden. This young and only female publisher in the country is able and has the potentials to mobilize APC and SLPP women under one flag and push it forward in real solidarity. That is worth commending! This is the kind of action Sierra Leone has been losing since the end of the war. The potential of Dr. Sylvia Olayinka Blyden should not be put into freezers for the Bumbuna electricity power to make it frozen but instead start to exploit that potential and put it into a very good use. She might electrify women to do what they are supposed to do for them to be able to sit in the front of political and administrative power in the country.
Feb 5, 2010, 17:04
COMMENTS & OPINIONS
Is Allieu Sesay The Daniel Of Sierra Leone?
If we could recall, more than one month has gone by since Mr. Allieu Sesay, Commissioner General, National Revenue Authority, was unceremoniously sent on leave pending investigation of allegation of corruption by the Anti Corruption Commission (ACC). Seven weeks have gone without a single question from ACC or some information to the public about the status of the investigation. People tend to wonder why that is.
Feb 5, 2010, 17:00
FROM OUR TEAM
Sierra Leone Publisher’s Bodyguard Released by Law Courts
One of the private bodyguards of a leading Sierra Leone newspaper publisher and civil rights activist has been discharged and set free by the Law Courts following some five months of him being remanded in custody for alleged ‘conspiracy to commit armed robbery’. Kalilu Jalloh was found not to have a case to answer and was released in the morning of yesterday Wednesday February 3rd 2010 by the presiding Magistrate. Until his release yesterday, he had been in prison from last October without any bail.
Feb 4, 2010, 17:40
COMMENTS & OPINIONS
Letter to the Editor of Patriotic Vanguard Newspaper of Sierra Leone
I have read Christian Foday Sesay’s (CFS) latest lengthy piece of January 30th 2010 and try as hard as I can, I have been unable to really grasp what is his motivation for that piece entitled “A Rejoinder to Sylvia Blyden”. He is a young man whose articles I have respected even when I have not agreed with some of them. Similarly, I do believe he commands some respect from other patriots with like-minds to mine. This is why I am taking time off to clear the air. For the benefit of your readers, I am reproducing below, email correspondence between CFS and I and also the ones exchanged between myself and the Honourable Commissioner Abdul Tejan-Cole so the public can judge.
Feb 4, 2010, 17:38
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In Sierra Leone, Flagrant Abuse of Power! Lands Minister in Land Scandal
Several accusing fingers are pointing at the Minister of Lands, Country Planning, and the Environment, Dr. Dennis Sandy, in relation to abuse of office over a land scandal. Although the Minister has since denied these allegations, independent investigations by this journalist points to the fact that the Minister has not been truthful. The Medicine Store Manager of the Princess Christian Maternity Hospital (PCMH), Samuel Yillah, is insisting that "the Minister is using his powers to unlawfully seize a land that legally belongs to me".
Feb 4, 2010, 17:36
NOTICES & DOCUMENTS
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Special Messages
Memorial Service for FC Johansen’s Footballer Issa ‘Madam’ Koroma
Memorial Service for FC Johansen’s Footballer Issa ‘Madam’ Koroma will be held today in Freetown. Muslim Rites and his Final Internment will be done at Kingtom tomorrow Friday
Feb 4, 2010, 17:34
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In Sierra Leone, Stakeholders Schooled on Moral Foundation
With the theme "Initiative of Change", Hope Sierra Leone is presently holding a week-long training programme for stakeholders. The forum which is focusing on moral foundation for democracy (MFD) commenced on Sunday 31st January 2010 at the Police Training School in Hastings. It is attracting several stakeholders drawn from the Sierra Leone Police (SLP), Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF), civil society organizations, the media, as well as other prominent personalities from both national and international faculties of the moral foundation for democracy programme
Feb 4, 2010, 17:32
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In Sierra Leone, Zain Reassures Africa Students
One of the international leading telecommunication companies, Zain, operating in the Middle East and Africa, has been very proactive and vehemently working towards promoting quality education for it Africa operative communities. Since the establishment of the telecommunication company, many unique initiatives have been introduced to enhance quality and standard education for Africa pupils and students.
Feb 4, 2010, 17:30
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In Sierra Leone, Ports Authority to Introduce Biometric System
The Sierra Leone Ports Authority (SLPA) is currently undergoing registration process of its staff for the commencement of the Biometrics System. According to the Head of the Management Information Technology (MIT) Division, Mr. Brima Bainda, the Biometrics System is a computerized data-base collection of information. "The electronics system is to collate detail of staff and their functions at various departments at the SLPA" he said.
Feb 4, 2010, 17:28
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In Sierra Leone, Health Workers Appeal to President
The Sierra Leone Health Workers’ Union has appealed to President Koroma to double up efforts in improving the deplorable working conditions of health workers in the country. This appeal was made in a press briefing summoned by the Union on Tuesday 2nd February 2010.
Feb 4, 2010, 17:26
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In Sierra Leone, Assault Lands Middle Aged Man in Court
A middle aged man called Alfred Lee was arraigned before Magistrate Bankole Shyllon of the Freetown Magistrate Court No.3 on Wednesday 3rd February 2010 to answer to two count assault related charges. Alfred Lee stands accused of committing various offences ranging from wounding to assault occasioning to actual bodily harm. The alleged offences were committed against the complainant, Mario Kamara.
Feb 4, 2010, 17:24
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Commonwealth Scribe to Visit Sierra Leone
Commonwealth Secretary-General, Kamalesh Sharma, will visit Sierra Leone from 7th to 9th February 2010 to hold talks with President Ernest Bai Koroma and other senior figures. The visit to the country, marking the first by Mr Sharma since his assumption of the Secretary-Generalship, will be an opportunity one aimed at briefing President Koroma on implementation of priorities set by Commonwealth Heads of Government at their recent meeting in Trinidad and Tobago in November 2009, and to also discuss ways to strengthen the Commonwealth’s overall relationship with Sierra Leone including development assistance and democracy-strengthening programmes.
Feb 4, 2010, 17:22
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In Sierra Leone,‘Ghost Newspapers’ Discovered
Sierra Leone’s media regulatory body has been unable to trace ten (10) newspapers (ghost newspapers) in the addresses listed in the Commission’s register. This was disclosed in a press release issued by the Independent Media Commission (IMC) on Wednesday 3rd February 2010.
Feb 4, 2010, 17:20
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Awareness Times News Briefs from Sierra Leone
*Big Fight Over Cemetery Land *39,124 Screened for Eye Infection *29 Receive SOS Awards *7 Months Old Dies in Fire *Lebanese President Blasts High Tariff *UNFPA to Award Best Investigative Journalist *Catholic Youths Celebrate.
Feb 4, 2010, 17:18
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In Sierra Leone, British National Vows to Add Value to Fishing
A British National, Clive B. Dawson, who has been in Sierra Leone since 1974, has disclosed plans to facilitate the arrival of a company that would be stationed in the Goderich Community to buy fish products and add value to fishing activities in the country. He made this disclosure while addressing fishermen at the Sheller Water Market on Sunday 31st January 2010.
Feb 4, 2010, 17:16
NOTICES & DOCUMENTS
National Power Authority (NPA) Invitation for Bids
The National Power Authority (NPA) has allocated funds from its procurement budget for 2010 for the procurement of:
Feb 4, 2010, 17:14
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Fresh Is Better. Enjoy STAR BEER in Sierra Leone!
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Feb 4, 2010, 17:13
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NATIONAL PUBLIC PROCUREMENT AUTHORITY
The National Public Procurement Authority, established by the Public Procurement Act 2004, is soliciting applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following vacant positions. Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 12th February 2010. Applications, including detailed curriculum vitae and copies of certificates, should be forwarded to: The Chief Executive Officer, National Public Procurement Authority, OAU Drive, Tower Hill, Freetown.
Feb 4, 2010, 17:12
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Send and Receive money using your phone
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Feb 4, 2010, 17:11
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Feb 4, 2010, 17:10
NOTICES & DOCUMENTS
Sierra Leone – A Nation in Bewilderment: Will President Koroma Slaughter his Sacred Cows or Will He Look for Scapegoats?
It was Tuesday, 26 January 2010. The President of the World Bank had arrived in Freetown for a brisk two-day fact finding and confidence building visit to Sierra Leone. The country’s President, who had no say in the Bank’s Chief itinerary, was not due to meet the Chief until the second and final day of the visit – Wednesday, 27 January.
Feb 4, 2010, 17:04
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Road Transport Authority Vacancy Notice Equal Employment Opportunity (E E O)
i) Applicant must be a holder of a first degree in Business Administration with a bias in Procurement or a holder of an equivalent professional certificate in procurement and supply chain management. ii) An advanced degree preferably in Procurement or Purchasing and Supply Chain Management with a minimum of three (3) years experience will be an added advantage.
Feb 4, 2010, 17:02
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CORD Sierra Leone Boosts Port Loko District
A total of three hundred and fifty (350) youths drawn from Lokomasama, Kaffu Bullom, Maforki, Koya and Masimera Chiefdoms in the Port Loko District have graduated at the end of a training program organized by CORD Sierra Leone, with sponsorship from the Government of Sierra Leone and the United Nations Peace Building Fund.
Feb 3, 2010, 17:14
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In Sierra Leone, International Delegates Visit First Lady
Representatives of the Soroptimist International Quadrennial Project have visited the First Lady of the Republic of Sierra Leone, Mrs. Sia Nyama Koroma, at her Presidential Lodge office, Hill Station in Freetown. Welcoming the delegation on Thursday 28th January 2010, the First Lady expressed gratitude to host the international delegates.
Feb 3, 2010, 17:12
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Army Boss Advises Sierra Leone Peace Keepers
Joint Force Commander of the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF) has profusely advised the one hundred and seven (107) Sierra Leone Peace Keepers, prior to their departure for Dafur, Sudan. Brigadier Senesie O. Williams counseled the team on Friday 29th January 2010 at a ceremony held at the Lungi International Airport.
Feb 3, 2010, 17:10
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In Sierra Leone, Cancer Confab Ends in Freetown
College of Medicine and Allied Health Science (COMAHS) has on Tuesday 2nd February 2010 ended a day’s workshop on cancer prevention, cure and palliation. The workshop which attracted doctors, representatives from the Health and Sanitation Ministry, Cardiff in Wales and various medical centers across the country, was held at the Conference Room of COMAHS, New England in Freetown.
Feb 3, 2010, 17:08
COMMENTS & OPINIONS
If You Can Not Thank Tejan Kabbah... Leave Him Alone!
One of Sierra Leone’s greatest Statesmen, Former President Ahmad Tejan Kabbah and my maternal grandfather the famous Creole APC Politician, Professor S.A.J. Pratt share a very warm friendship that has spanned over fifty years; long before I was born. Thus, many people were under the mistaken belief that it was my grandfather who asked President Kabbah to take me under his wing when I returned home from America in 2003. They are so totally wrong! Indeed, when I finally returned home from America in 2003, President Kabbah, to his credit, went out of his way to make me feel at home despite long-running resistance from people who told Kabbah I was a mole or a pro-APC agent.
Feb 3, 2010, 17:06
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Conservation Society of Sierra Leone Job Advert
The Upper Guinea Forest Ecosystem is one of the world’s priority biodiversity conservation areas due to a high degree of species diversity and endemism, and the key ecological functions it provides to sustain life and livelihoods for millions of West Africans. However, centuries of human activity have resulted in a loss of 70% of the original forest cover. The remaining 420,000km2 is highly fragmented, restricting habitats to isolated patches and threatening the unique species of flora and fauna. However, a general consensus/ agreement has been made between the government of Sierra Leone and Liberia that the Gola Forest block and corridors serving as boundary between the two countries be protected and conserved. This agreement gave birth to the project – Transboundary Peace Park Project or Across the River Project. The project is jointly implemented by Conservation Society of Sierra Leone (CSSL), Forestry Division (FD) and the Gola Forest Program (GFP) in Sierra Leone while in Liberia by Society of Conservation of Nature of Liberia (SCNL) and Forestry Development Authority (FDA).
Feb 3, 2010, 17:04
NOTICES & DOCUMENTS
Sierra Leone Roads Authority Public Notice
The Sierra Leone Roads Authority is desirous of upgrading the Bandajuma - Pujehun Road by improving on its vertical and horizontal alignments, rehabilitating or reconstructing hydraulic structures (introducing new ones where necessary) and giving it a bituminous pavement structure that can withstand the present and predicted volume and nature of traffic for fifty or more years. Preliminary survey and coarse condition assessment have already been conducted on the road.
Feb 3, 2010, 17:02
NOTICES & DOCUMENTS
Invitation For Bids Guma Valley Water Company
The Guma Valley Water Company has received a Grant from the United Kingdom’s Department for International Development placed in a Trust Fund (TF091108) and managed by the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) toward the cost of the implementation of the Water Supply Emergency Expenditure and Investment Plan for Freetown, Sierra Leone and it intends to apply part of the proceeds of this grant to payments for the contracts under IFB No: GVWC/ NCB/WKS /018/10. Bidding will be governed by the National Public Procurement Authority eligibility rules and procedures. Guma Valley Water Company now invites sealed bids from eligible bidders for:
Feb 3, 2010, 17:00
NEWS
President Koroma Leads Sierra Leone Delegation to AU Summit
H.E. President Dr. Ernest Bai Koroma led Sierra Leone’s delegation to the 14th Ordinary Session Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union currently taking place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. President Koroma who also doubles as the Vice Chairman of the Commission arrived in Ethiopia on Saturday 30th January 2010 from Freetown to join his colleague Heads of State to discuss pertinent issues in the Continent.
Feb 2, 2010, 17:24
NOTICES & DOCUMENTS
Mrs. Manjia Balema-Samba Letter Of Appeal For Slaj To Assist Me Get Justice From The Judiciary
I am Mrs. Manjia Balema-Samba, a female journalist working for the United Nations Radio covering South-Eastern locations and the State-owned SLBS Kenema radio. I host a popular Live Phone-In Radio Programme that is enjoyed all over the Eastern Province every Sunday afternoon in Kenema, Kailahun and Kono. I am a married woman since 2006 when my beloved husband, Mr. Balema Samba took my hand in marriage. Long before I met my husband, for a period of three years from 2001 until 2003, I used to date the current Paramount Chief of Small Bo Chiefdom, Hon. P.C. Mohamed Dhaffie Benya who currently lives in Blama, the Headquarters of his Chiefdom. My former partner is today a very powerful man since he is also the Honourable Paramount Chief representing Kenema District in the House of Parliament. As a very powerful man in Sierra Leone, his support is needed by many other powerful politicians who give way to his whims just to make him happy. After three years of being with me, in 2003, after he won the Chieftaincy with my help, he left me and later married a woman by the name of Joan Satta Freeman. This woman went to school and spent her life in Kenema and was always known by the name of Joan Satta Freeman before she got married and became known as Mrs. Joan Satta Benya. No other name but Mrs. Joan Satta Benya is her correct name
Feb 2, 2010, 17:22
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In Sierra Leone, Lawyer Jenkins-Johnston Laments the Use of ‘BEG’
In a letter to this newspaper issued shortly after our publication hit the streets yesterday, Law Firm of JENKINS JOHNSTON AND CO. has lamented the use of word "beg" in our headline of yesterday. Earlier, in a telephone conversation, whilst accepting that Lawyer Taylor for African Minerals did receive a copy of a letter from Senior Partner, J.B. Jenkins Johnston, appealing for understanding to be given to Jenkins-Johnston’s current indisposition that would delay his cases, Lawyer Leon Jenkins Johnston, the son of the senior partner, complained that the ordinary use of the word "beg", whilst it could mean "appeal for understanding" might be misconstrued to mean that the gentleman lawyer had gone cap in hand, to beg money from African Minerals when that was not the case
Feb 2, 2010, 17:20
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Digital Crew to Perform in Ghana
The Digital Crew which is comprised of popular upcoming musicians residing in Waterloo would be staging a thrilling musical performance in Ghana on Wednesday 24th February 2010, prior to the launching of their explicit "Supernatural Love" album, slated for Saturday 27th February 2010 in Waterloo, Western Area Rural District. In an exclusive chat, Digital Crew’s Marvelous Skol told this reporter that the album preaches love among couples and amongst parents and their children.
Feb 2, 2010, 17:18
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In Sierra Leone, Magistrate Court Delays Publisher’s Bodyguard Case
Several citizens, who stormed the Magistrate Court No.1 yesterday to witness a ruling of presiding Magistrate Stephen Conteh in the matter involving one of the private bodyguards of Sierraa Leone’s fearless female newspaper publisher, were griped with total shock and disbelief to learn that the Magistrate Court has again deferred the matter to Tuesday 2nd February 2010.
Feb 2, 2010, 17:16
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In Sierra Leone, Female Police Personnel Meet in Lumley
The Lumley Police Division chapter of the Female Police Staff Association (FPSA) has hosted the general membership of the association in a day’s symposium. The symposium was held on Saturday 30th January 2010 at a flower garden in the Lumley Beach. Chairlady of FPSA, Superintendent Memunatu Bangura, commended female police personnel for the positive change they have demonstrated towards their official duties following the formation of the association.
Feb 2, 2010, 17:14
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In Sierra Leone, Comium Provides Special Crisis Hot Line
One of the leading telecommunication networks in Sierra Leone, Comium, has on the 28th January 2010 provided a free hot line for youths and kids in need/crisis at the Don Bosco Fambul Home. This was disclosed to newsmen at a press briefing held at the 32-34 Fort Street Headquarters of the Don Bosco Fambul Home in Freetown.
Feb 2, 2010, 17:12
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Awareness Times News Briefs from Sierra Leone
*NATCOM to Introduce Fibre Landing Facility *Kambia Plans Big Demo *20 Students Grab ADB Scholarship *Labour Congress Condemns Teachers *Criminal Arrested with Salone Passport in the US *ECOWAS Summit Shifted to 16th February 2010.
Feb 2, 2010, 17:10
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In Sierra Leone, Justice Ademusu Orders Hold on Kissi Teng Elections!
Madam Sia Iye Kendor Bandabilla was on Thursday 28th January 2010 in Court in front of Justice Ademusu fighting for her right to contest for Paramount Chief; a position that her father and grandfather had once held before their deaths. Justice Ademusu upon the application first made to him on January 22nd 2010 had placed an injunction on the holding of the Kissi Teng elections that had been slated to hold on January 25, 2010 but without the participation of Madam Bandabilla or another member of the Bandabilla family who was disqualified because he was alleged to claim rights to contest through his mother.
Feb 2, 2010, 17:08
NOTICES & DOCUMENTS
BANK OF SIERRA LEONE
The Interest Rate that cleared the market for the Treasury Bonds issue of January 25, 2010 maturing January 24, 2011 was 12% per annum. Customers who bided at Interest Rates 12% and below succeeded in the auction at a flat rate of 12%.
Feb 2, 2010, 17:06
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National Telecommunications Commission Public Notice
THE NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (NATCOM) WISHES TO INFORM THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE RELEVANT PROVISIONS OF THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS ACT 2006 AS AMENDED, THE COMMISSION HAS AGREED WITH GSM OPERATORS (COMIUM, AFRICELL AND ZAIN) THAT DUE TO THE APPLICATION OF THE GST, THERE WOULD BE AN INCREMENT IN THE PRICE OF RECHARGE UNITS BY 6 % EFFECTIVE FRIDAY, 29TH JANUARY, 2010.
Feb 2, 2010, 17:04
NOTICES & DOCUMENTS
Standard Chartered Tender For Virtual Private Network Connectivity
The Standard Chartered invites sealed bides for eligible and competent service providers for the provisioning of a 256KBPS backup VPN link for data transmission between Standard Chartered Bank branches in Sierra Leone to Freetown, Head Office located at Lightfoot Boston Street.
Feb 2, 2010, 17:02
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Feb 2, 2010, 17:00
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Judiciary Surely Cannot Investigate itself - Judicial & Legal Service Commission should!
The framers of Sierra Leone’s Constitution realised that members of the Judiciary might once in a while engage in wrong-doings but then they also had the salient fact in mind that the Judiciary cannot really investigate itself. It was with this in mind that they created a Judicial & Legal Service Commission (JLSC). The JLSC, it should be noted has far more non-judicial persons on it than actual judicial figures. Infact, only two Judicial persons are members of the JLSC out of total of seven (7) members. This speaks to the fact that the framers of the Constitution were aware that errant Magistrates might have their protective GODFATHERS within the Judiciary who might try to protect their erroneous ways if only judicial figures were to investigate Magistrates.
Feb 1, 2010, 13:31
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Sierra Leone's High Court Impugns Irregularly Obtained Order against African Minerals
Even as a certain local tabloid was busy publishing an irregularly obtained and thus unlawful High Court Order that had been long since ordered discarded by Hon. Justice Ademusu, the Lawyer for African Minerals, C.C.V. Taylor Esq. was in receipt of a letter from Lawyer Jenkins Johnston (Snr.) begging for patience to be exercised by African Minerals and other such clients that he had matters with at the Courts. In November 2009, Lawyer Jenkins Johnston had obtained through irregular means, a High Court Order against African Minerals’ Tonkolili Iron Ore (SL) Ltd. Subsequent to this, African Minerals in that same November, had informed the Courts of the highly irregular manner in which the order had been obtained.
Feb 1, 2010, 13:28
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In Sierra Leone, FC Johansen Player’s Death Sparks Suspicions
The discovery of the corpse of a missing Division One team footballer has left tongues wrangling over the circumstances that surround the dead. FC Johansen’s Issa ‘Madam’ Koroma was found death at the Cold Room of the Connaught Hospital Mortuary on Friday 29th January 2010.
Feb 1, 2010, 13:26
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In Sierra Leone, President’s Convoy in Gruesome Road Accident : ...Female Victims Abandoned to Fend for themselves!
President Ernest Bai Koroma’s convoy was on Saturday 23rd January 2010 involved in a fatal road accident, leaving three people hospitalized. The incident took place along the Makeni/Lunsar Highway. Reports monitored from the Northern Province indicate that the Presidential Convoy departed Makeni for Freetown, following the end of an official undertaking by President Koroma in Makeni, Bombali District.
Feb 1, 2010, 13:22
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In Sierra Leone, FBC Students Splash Human Faeces on Campus
Reports monitored by the Awareness Times revealed that students of Fourah Bay College (FBC), University of Sierra Leone, on Saturday 30th January 2010 went on the rampage and dumped a considerable amount of human faeces at the doorstep of the quarters of the FBC Warden and in front of his office. FBC Warden, Mr. Henry Monrovia told Awareness Times the action of the students cannot be unconnected with their grievances towards his uncompromising stances in instilling moral virtues on the students.
Feb 1, 2010, 13:20
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In Sierra Leone, Court to Rule on Blyden’s Bodyguard Case Today
Presiding Magistrate of the Freetown Magistrate Court No.1, Stephen Conteh, is expected to deliver a ruling this morning on an alleged armed robbery matter involving Kalilu Jalloh, one of the private bodyguards of Sierra Leone’s only female newspaper publisher. The matter was adjourned on Friday 29th January 2010 following a passionate application for a discharge of Kalilu Jalloh on grounds of want of prosecution. Defence Counsel, Lawyer Brewah, stoutly argued that the prosecution has failed to proffer a single evidence linking Kalilu to the alleged ‘conspiracy to commit armed robbery’ charge brought against him, adding that the two exhibits concerning Jalloh that were in front of the court were "Exhibit M", which is the charge statement and "Exhibit P" otherwise known as voluntary caution statement
Feb 1, 2010, 13:18
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In Sierra Leone, 276 People Tested HIV Positive in 2009
Director of the National AIDS Secretariat (NAS) has disclosed that two hundred and seventy six people tested HIV/AIDS positive in 2009, with 181 being females and 94 males. Dr. Brima Kargbo made this disclosure at a press briefing held on Friday 29th January 2010, at the Kingharman Road Headquarters of NAS in Freetown.
Feb 1, 2010, 13:16
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Awareness Times News Briefs from Sierra Leone
*No More Free Water Supply *Two Charged to Court for Timber Logging *Police shut down Giant Billboards *India Scientist Briefs Salone *Ambassador Bangali on AU Mission to Sudan.
Feb 1, 2010, 13:14
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In Sierra Leone, SOS Decorates Long Service Staff
SOS Children’s Village Trust Sierra Leone has decorated its long service staff with awards for their effective cooperation with the organization. On Friday 29th January 2010, nineteen (19) long service staff and community people, who have in diverse ways contributed towards the development of the organization, were recognized.
Feb 1, 2010, 13:12
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Death Anniversary : Alhaji Mubashir Zawal Modupe Johnson
Death Anniversary Inalilahi Wahinalilaihi Rajihun Monday 1st February 2010 marks the 9th Death Anniversary of our beloved husband and father; Alhaji Mubashir Zawal Modupe Johnson
Feb 1, 2010, 13:10
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Implements Management policies regarding recruitment, and placement of staff. ii. Ensures proper interpretation of the collective Bargaining Agreement and the Scheme of Service for Senior Staff in all matters of control, discipline and welfare of staff.
Feb 1, 2010, 13:06
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SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICE
The Government of the Republic of Sierra Leone has received a grant from the International Development Association toward the cost of Rural and Private Sector Development Project, and it intends to apply part of the proceeds of this grant to payments under the contract for IFB ¹ RPSDP/NU/NCB/01/10/2010.
Feb 1, 2010, 13:04
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MARIE STOPES SIERRA LEONE LAUNCHES HEALTHY LIFE PILOT VOUCHER SCHEME IN SIERRA LEONE
Today sees the launch of Marie Stopes Sierra Leone’s (MSSL), first pilot voucher scheme – Healthy Life. This pilot scheme is aimed at increasing access to the use of long term and permanent family planning methods like Implants, IUD & Tubal Ligation through BlueStar. BlueStar is a Network of selected private sector clinics and pharmacies providing quality Healthcare at an affordable price. The Network was designed and created by MSSL and provides training, equipment and products to its members at subsided rates while also ensuring the highest quality of service delivery through regular monitoring.
Feb 1, 2010, 13:02
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ARCHDIOCESAN DEVELOPMENT OFFICE/ Caritas Freetown - Bo Vacancy Announcement for the Justice
Organisation: The Archdiocesan Development Office (ADDO) is the development institution of the Catholic Archdioceses of Freetown and Bo, Sierra Leone. It is a local non-governmental organization, which was established in 1981 to assist and support the efforts of people in their own integral development especially inhabitants in its operational areas covering, the Southern Region and the Western Areas of Sierra Leone. In March 2009 a new department, "the Justice and Peace Commission Freetown and Bo (JPC)" emerged. This Department is engaged in justice, peace, reconciliation and human rights issues. The vision of the JPC is a peaceful and just society. Presently the JPC is mainly involved in providing free legal services for victims of injustice and animating peace and reconciliation through trainings and sensitization. The JPC is looking for a committed and capable person who is coordinating and directing the different activities in the peace building area
Feb 1, 2010, 13:00
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SIERRA LEONE WOMEN’S RIGHTS - Justice Ademusu Orders Hold on Kissi Teng Elections!
Madam Sia Iye Kendor Bandabilla was yesterday in Court in front of Justice Ademusu fighting for her right to contest for Paramount Chief; a position that her father and grandfather had once held before their deaths. Justice Ademusu upon the application first made to him on January 22nd 2010 had placed an injunction on the holding of the Kissi Teng elections that had been slated to hold on January 25th 2010 but without the participation of Madam Bandabilla or another member of the Bandabilla family who was disqualified because he was alleged to claim rights to contest through his mother.
Jan 29, 2010, 17:38
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EUROPEAN UNION DELEGATION OF THE EUROPEAN UNION IN SIERRA LEONE
The European Union (EU) recently passed a new EU Regulation on Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) fishing, which entered into force on 1st January 2010. All countries, which export fishery products to EU Member States have to comply with this new regulation. Following a request from the Ministry of Fisheries & Marine Resources (MFMR), the EU commissioned a consultancy to provide technical assistance and training to key staff of the MFMR and other relevant stakeholders, in order to support the Government of Sierra Leone (GoSL) in building the local/national capacities and procedures to comply with the EU Regulation on IUU fishing. Thanks to its geographical location, the EU would be the natural export market for fishery products originating from Sierra Leone, and the GoSL as well the local private sector have a keen interest in tapping into this market potential.
Jan 29, 2010, 17:36
COMMENTS & OPINIONS
The Self-Mockery of Sierra Leone's President
Our honored President of the Republic, His Excellency Dr. Ernest Bai Koroma is a much loved figure especially in the Northern and Western axis of Sierra Leone. His popularity in these regions that swept him into office is indisputable. However, the President has a trait that is fast proving to be his Achilles heel. The Achilles heel of Dr. Ernest Bai Koroma is that he has a tendency of publicly bringing down his own people, subjecting them to sometimes undeserved mockery whilst he might be self-deluding himself that he is escaping the mockery and retaining a gloss of incorruptibility.
Jan 29, 2010, 17:34
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In Sierra Leone, Big Boost for Decentralization
A National Program Information Session on the Decentralized Service Delivery Program (DSDP) has ended in Freetown, where it was disclosed that the program entails a big boost for decentralization. The session was held on Thursday 28th January 2010 at the Miatta Conference Hall, Youyi Building in Freetown.
Jan 29, 2010, 17:32
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In Sierra Leone, Anti Corruption Boss Returns Home
Reliable sources close to the Anti Corruption Commission (ACC) have informed the Awareness Times Newspaper that the Head of that institution, Mr. Abdul Tejan Cole, has returned to Sierra Leone on Wednesday 27th January 2010. Although a lot of rumours have been making the rounds that the ACC Boss has finally decided to pull out of the country, the Awareness Times severally denounced the rumours and numerous unfounded press publications.
Jan 29, 2010, 17:30
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Justice For Israel Chambers : An Awareness Times Success in Sierra Leone!
Last Year’s advocacy by this newspaper for the alleged culprits of the violent attack on Israel Chambers has now yielded dividend with the Magistrate Court committing the thugs of Engineer Alfred Gbakima to High Court for Trial. Although the preferred charge of Attempted Murder was not made, at least, the young man who is doomed to walk around with two huge scars on his head, will get now some justice.
Jan 29, 2010, 17:28
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In Sierra Leone, Publisher’s Bodyguard Back in Court Today
The bodyguard of Sierra Leone’s only female newspaper publisher is expected to appear again this morning at a Freetown Magistrate Court. Kalilu Jalloh has been languishing at the Pademba Road Maximum Prison since he was arrested and charged to court last year.
Jan 29, 2010, 17:26
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In Sierra Leone, Joint Force Commander Visits 5th Brigade
Joint Force Commander of the Republic of the Sierra Leone Armed Forces, Brigadier Senesie O. Williams, on Wednesday 27th January 2010, embarked on a fact finding visits to the 5th Infantry Brigade at Gondama in the Bo District and the 14 Batallion in Pujehun. The visits were aimed at interacting with the military personnel in a bid to identify their challenges and to map out strategies to tackle the.
Jan 29, 2010, 17:24
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In Sierra Leone, FCC Patches Up Defunct Clock Tower
After serving as a public nuisance in the middle of the city for several months with no justification by the authorities concerned, the Herbert George-Williams led Freetown City Council (FCC) over the weekend decided to repair the defunct northern angle of the clock tower situated at Eastend Police. This was disclosed by FCC’s Public Relations Officer, Cyril Mattia, and confirmed by the Awareness Times Newspaper.
Jan 29, 2010, 17:22
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Corpse Case Storms Sierra Leone Embassy in Germany
On the advice of a very senior official at the German Embassy in Sierra Leone, bereaved Coker family members have written and submitted a letter to Sierra Leone’s Ambassador to the Federal Republic of Germany, Jengopie Siaka Stevens, seeking his intervention in the matter of the burial of the late Fatima Caulker, who recently died in an explosion in Germany. The family members, led by an elder sister of the late Fatima, Amzatu Coker, are insisting that the corpse of their relative must be flown to Sierra Leone for a befitting burial.
Jan 29, 2010, 17:20
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| Bio Data Of The Former President Of The Republic Of Sierra Leone Alhaji Dr. Ahmad Tejan Kabbah |
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| Statement By The Chairman Of The UK & Ireland Branch At The Prayer And Intercession Service To Commemorate The 58th Anniversary Of SLPP |
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