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By Politico Staff Writer

Mayor of Freetown, Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr has formally commissioned the construction of 25 Water Kiosks in Freetown under a project implemented in partnership with the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) and the International Labour Organization (ILO).

The project funded by the United Nations Secretary-General’s Peace Building Fund (UN PBF) is being implemented in Aberdeen Crab Town, Dwarzack, Lumley, Mayenkineh, and Rokupa.

By Sorie Ibrahim Fofanah
The Director-General of the Electricity Distribution and Supply Authority (EDSA), Joe-Lahai Sormana says personnel caught stealing electricity have been summarily dismissed.

Sormana disclosed during the Government weekly press briefing held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Freetown, on Tuesday 26^th March, as he spoke about the challenges the power distributor faces.

By Politico Staff Writer

Sierra Leone Seeds Certification Agency (SLeSCA) has met with farmers in Moyamba, Bonthe, Pujehun, Bo, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to popularize the National Seeds Act. 

By Chernor Alimamy Kamara

At the Launch of the Human Development Report (HDR) of 2023/2024, Vice President, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh has given assurances of the Government’s plan to expand on financial mechanisms and international cooperation that will complement humanitarian assistance and development.

By Chernor Alimamy Kamara

At the third annual lecture in African studies at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, USA, President Julius Maada Bio condemned autocratic rule, saying it no longer suits the aspirations or the demands of the modern era.

He said leaders must shape a future rooted in optimism, democracy, and the rich potential of varied populations, ensuring Africa's sustainable prosperity in a globally interconnected world.

By Nasratu Kargbo

Kono District has recorded the highest physical assault cases for the second year running, according to a report by the Rainbo Initiative covering the six districts in which the institution operates.

Based on the Gender Based Violence (GBV) Survivor Incident Report 2023, which was launched on the 20 March 2024, the institution received ninety-four (94) reports from the district, a figure that represents 47.5% of total physical assault cases reported across the six districts.

By Sorie Ibrahim Fofanah

Commenting on their press release dated 19th of March this year, which speaks to the compliance to the Work Permit Act 2023, Acting Director General, Ministry of Employment Labour Social Security, Sinneh Bockarie has told Politico that foreign workers defaulting on payments for work permit will face fines and other penalties.

Bockarie made this statement to Politico in an exclusive interview on 22nd March, 2024. He spoke of conducting routine checks to ensure compliance, and that there will be no excuse for defaulters.