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Agricultural Systems Reform Through Pan-African Collaboration

Africa’s agricultural challenge is frequently misdiagnosed as a problem of low productivity. Evidence from three editions of the Pan-African Symposium on Agriculture (PASA), convening experts and practitioners from ...

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Jagaban Invests Le 500 Million in Baptist School, Provides Free Lunch and Computers

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Migration and Education: Reframing market-driven skills building as a Pathway to Dignified Reintegration

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Young Sierra Leonean Engineer Launches Afrovate Tech Hub to Drive Youth Innovation and Green Skills

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Black History

The Man Behind the Christmas Rebellion of 1831: Samuel ‘Daddy’ Sharpe

It is the season of Christmas, when festivities and family time take preeminence over our

Mary Eliza Mahoney: The First Trained Black Nurse in America

Mary Eliza Mahoney is the First African-American to study and work as a professionally trained

Belford Vance Lawson Jr: The First African American To Win A Supreme Court Case

Belford Vance Lawson Jr. made history as the first African American to win a Supreme

Ralph Metcalfe: The Black Sprinter Who Was The Fastest Human In The World In 1934

Ralph Harold Metcalfe was a celebrated U.S. sprinter, track coach, and politician. Metcalfe's years as

Christian Frederick Cole – The First Black Graduate of the University of Oxford and England’s First Black Barrister

Christian Frederick Cole was a Sierra Leonean lawyer who became an historical icon after becoming

King Shabaka: The Black Nubian Pharaoh Who Revived Ancient Egypt

In the annals of ancient Egyptian history, few pharaohs stand out with the same significance

The Story of Freddie Stowers – The First Black Soldier Who Was Awarded The Medal of Honor

Freddie Stowers was an African American corporal in the US Army who ultimately became renowned

Education, Exclusive, Inspiring Stories

Dr. Justice Ganawah Leads NECA 2026, Celebrating Sierra Leone’s Best

Music awards? TikTok awards? Yes. But has Sierra Leone ever had a

Entertainment, Exclusive, Home

Fists and Frequencies: How Boxing and Music Are Redefining Entertainment in Sierra Leone

We are still basking in the entertainment season in Sierra Leone, and

Africa, Editor's Picks

Elections Without Evidence: How a Missed Reform Undermined Sierra Leone’s Democracy

In 2021, Sierra Leone was offered an extraordinary gift that would have

Exclusive, Human interest

A New Chapter Unfolds in the Sierra Leone Beauty Pageant Industry

Sierra Leone’s pageant landscape is entering a bold new era with the

Entertainment, Exclusive, Latest News

A New Chapter in Sierra Leone’s Beauty Pageant Industry

Sierra Leone’s pageant industry is stepping into a bold new era with

Changemakers, Editor's Picks, Home, Human interest, Inspiring Stories

From Civil Engineering to Beauty Queen: Ruth Silma’s Inspiring Journey

Many young people in Sierra Leone are diving into the world of

Latest News

Top 10 Strongest Militaries In Africa 2025

Global Firepower has released the top 10 strongest militaries in Africa 2025,

Latest News, West Africa

Sierra Leonean Designer Ishmael Brima Koroma Wins Universe Fashion Industry Leadership Award 2025

Sierra Leonean fashion entrepreneur Ishmael Brima Koroma, CEO and Founder of NEEKS

Latest News, West Africa

Sierra Leone Secures $330 Million Financing for First Large-Scale Commercial Gold Mine

Sierra Leone has reached a historic milestone in its mining industry after

Latest News, North Africa, Sports

Hakimi Becomes First Defender in 52 Years to Win African Footballer of the Year

Moroccan footballer Achraf Hakimi has been named African Footballer of the Year,

African History, Latest News, West Africa

Remembrance Day at Historic Freetown Memorial

Representatives from the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC), which works to commemorate

Startups, West Africa

Sierra Leonean Startup ‘Send Me’ Wins Africa Tech Festival Regional Semi-Finals

Sierra Leonean logistics and technology startup Send Me has won the Startup

Across Africa Today

Sierra Leone’s Almon Sall Wins Mister Africa International 2025

Entertainment, West Africa

Sierra Leonean model Almon Sall has been crowned Mister Africa International 2025, marking the country’s second win in the prestigious continental pageant.

Burkina Faso Opens Three Locally-Built Modern Toll Stations Worth $28 Million

Latest News, West Africa

Sierra Leone’s 20-year-old Momoh Kamara nominated for CAF Men’s Young Player of the Year award

Latest News, Sports, West Africa

UK-Based Group Supports Sierra Leonean SMEs to Access Grants and Investment

Latest News, West Africa

Mali Opens First Locally-Owned Solar Panel Factory

Latest News, West Africa

Rwanda Launches Africa’s First Self-Flying Electric Air Taxi

East Africa, Latest News

Angola Opens First Oil Refinery Since Independence

Latest News, South Africa

Ghana to Supply Electricity to Nigeria in Exchange for Natural Gas

Latest News, West Africa

Burkina Faso bans homosexuality with 5-year prison term

Latest News, West Africa

Meet Prof. Jean Mongu Bele: The First Congolese to Design and Produce Smartphones for DR Congo

Central Africa, Inspiring African Stories

AI & Innovation takes centre stage at the SLGS/AWMS STEM Club 2025

Technology, West Africa

Sports

South Sudan’s Khaman Maluach Makes NBA History as Youngest Academy Star Drafted in Top 10

18-year-old 7 feet 2 inches tall South Sudanese basketball player Khaman Maluach has become the youngest basketball player ever to

Nigerian athlete Tobi Amusan sets new record at Rabat Diamond League

Nigeria's Tobi Amusan delivered a stellar performance at the 2025 Rabat Diamond League, clinching victory in the women's 100m hurdles

Victor Osimhen meets Turkey’s President Recep Erdogan

Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan following Galatasaray's victory in the Turkish Süper Lig.

18-year-old South African sprinter Bayanda Walaza makes history

18 years old South African sprinter Bayanda Walaza continues to make history as he clocked 9.94 seconds in the men's

Inspiring African Stories

Young Nigerian Inventor Develops Smart Glasses to Aid the Visually Impaired

A young inventor from Kano State, northern Nigeria, Khalifa Aminu, has developed an innovative solution aimed at improving mobility for the visually impaired.

Inspiring African Stories, West Africa

17-year-old South African Mongiwa Ntuli graduates with Actuarial Science Degree

17-year-old South African teenager Mongiwa Hazel Ntuli from Rosettenville, Johannesburg, has graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science from the University of Pretoria (UP), making her one of

Education, Inspiring African Stories, South Africa

Meet Abu Bakarr Jalloh: Sierra Leonean Writer, Blogger, and Founder of The African Dream

Abu Bakarr Jalloh is a Sierra Leonean writer, blogger, freelance journalist, YouTuber, and content creator. He is the CEO and founder of The African Dream.

Biographies, Changemakers, Inspiring African Stories, Latest News, West Africa

Honoring the Departed: How Aminata Kabba’s Cemetery Cleaning Initiative Became a Movement of Respect and Care

Aminata Kabba is a Sierra Leonean student who decided to give back to her community by organizing a cemetery cleaning.

Human interest, Inspiring African Stories, Latest News

From Journalist to Prime Minister of Burkina Faso: Meet Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo

Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo was born on December 26, 1980, in Ouagadougou, the capital of Burkina Faso.

Editor's Picks, Inspiring African Stories, Latest News

76 Years Old Ethiopian Woman Gives Birth To Her First Child

A 76-year-old Ethiopian woman, Embeyte Medhin Hagos, has given birth to her first child after decades of trying to conceive.

Inspiring African Stories

Meet Olaolu Slawn: The Nigerian Who Designed The 2024 English FA Cup Trophy

23-year-old Nigerian-born London-based contemporary painter, skateboarder, and artist, Olaolu Slawn has redesigned the 2024 English FA Cup trophy, after being awarded the contract by the English Football Association.

Inspiring African Stories

Sierra Leonean Eddie Hanson Appointed Deputy Mayor of Camden, London

Sierra Leonean man, Eddie Hanson who left Sierra Leone as a refugee has become the first Black Deputy Mayor of Camden, London, England.

Inspiring African Stories

Meet The Nigerian Ice block Seller Who Became A Billionaire, Owns 120 Filling Stations, 600 Trucks, And Airlines

Three decades ago, Alhaji Auwalu Abdullahi Rano who hails from Northern Nigeria, was selling ice blocks and groundnut oil. Today, he is one of the richest black people in world

Inspiring African Stories

Nigerian Woman Drives From London To Lagos, Covering Over 10,000 Kilometers

Pelumi Nubi, a Nigerian adventurer and travel content creator, makes history by becoming the first Black female traveller to drive 10,000 km from London to Lagos in two months.

Inspiring African Stories

Anthony Omari: The Kenyan Who Sacrificed His Face To Save The Lives Of 37 Orphans

In 2012, a 24-year-old Kenyan, Anthony Omari, who worked at the Faraja Children’s Home, a Kenyan orphanage, confronted three machete-armed intruders who broke into his orphanage.

Inspiring African Stories

From A Domestic Worker To A Medical Doctor: Meet Dr Pamela Mahlangu

At the age of 13, Dr Pamela Mahlangu was a domestic worker; eleven years later after hard work, commitment and perseverance, at age 24 she graduated with a Bachelor of

Inspiring African Stories

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