Author: Truth Media

Freetown, 22nd January 2026- The Orange Digital Center has officially launched a free Coursera training program designed to strengthen the skills of journalists across the country. The initiative kicked off with an orientation session held yesterday at the Center, marking the beginning of what organizers described as “an exciting learning journey” for participants.

Freetown, 23rd January 2026 – Councillors at the Freetown City Council have raised concerns over what they describe as repeated acts of disrespect by Chief Administrator Rahman Tom Farma toward the Council’s structures.

They cited Section 32(6) of the Local Government Act, which stipulates that the Chief Administrator should be appointed by the Mayor. However, they allege that the Ministry of Local Government imposed Farma on the Council.

Freetown, 23rd January 2026-  Prominent civil society activist Ibrahim Tommy Esq. has officially resigned as Executive Director of the Center for Accountability and the Rule of Law (CARL), ending a remarkable 15-year tenure at the helm of one of Sierra Leone’s leading advocacy organizations. His departure paves the way for interim leadership as CARL prepares for a new chapter.

Freetown, Sierra Leone, 22nd January, 2026: United Bank for Africa (UBA) Sierra Leone has commended the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) and the Judiciary for securing a decisive victory against financial misconduct, following the conviction of the bank’s former Head of Operations, Frederick Caulker.

Freetown, 22nd  January 2026 — The Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) headquarters is set to benefit from a major renewable energy boost, following the announcement by Hon. Dr. Kandeh Yumkella of a 30-kilowatt Solar Photovoltaic (PV) system with battery storage.