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By: Alusine Rehme Wilson  Almost 72 hours since a shocking event stirred panic among residents of the northeastern city of Makeni. The incident which took place on Tuesday, January 28, has led to an alarming decline in student attendance at the Rogbaneh Government Municipal Girls School. This all girls learning institution, which gained recognition two years ago as the first science-focused girls' school in the northern region, had an incredible enrollment of 1,000 students across grades JSS-1 to SSS-3 as of January this year. However, in the past 48 hours, attendance has dropped by over 80%. Reverend Mohamed Brown, a senior educator and head of guidance and counseling at the school, confirmed this significant drop in attendance. Speaking with AWE-Media.SL on Thursday afternoon at the school premises, he detailed that out of the school's total population of 1,000 students spread across 16 classes, fewer than 200 have attended their regular classes since the unsettling incident ...

By: Abdulrahman Barrie in Freetown   Diamond Stars showcased their resilience and determination by staging a remarkable comeback to defeat FC Kallon 3-2 in the Leone Rock Premier League 2024/25 at the Approve School Playing Field.  The match was nothing short of a rollercoaster, keeping fans on the edge of their seats from start to finish. FC Kallon started strong, with Hassan Milla scoring the first goal in the 15th minute, assisted by Momoh Lappo. Christopher Bangura added to their lead with a goal in the 31st minute, thanks to an assist from Sahr Musa.  At halftime, it seemed FC Kallon had the game under control with a 2-0 lead. However, Diamond Stars had different plans for the second half. Osman Komba ignited the comeback with a goal in the 46th minute.  Abubakar M Massoki equalized the score to 2-2 in the 67th minute, with an assist from Komba. The excitement peaked when Baimba Sesay scored the winning goal in the 70th minute, assisted by Mohamed Akarr, sealing a stunning victory...

By: Abdulrahman Barrie The Sierra Leone Taekwondo Association's USA-based players, George Edward Holland and Maxwell James Mason, along with Coach David Phelham, recently paid a courtesy visit to the Junior and Cadet Taekwondo practitioners at Saint Augustine Agricultural Junior Secondary School in Tintafor, Lungi. This visit aimed to inspire and motivate the young athletes to pursue excellence in the sport. The presence of these accomplished individuals provided a unique opportunity for the students to learn from their experiences and gain valuable insights into the world of competitive Taekwondo. Accompanying the trio were key officials from the Sierra Leone Taekwondo Association, including the President, Mr. Oness A. Johnson, the Technical Director, Coach Alfred Karefa Smart, Chairman of the Northwest Region, Mr. Gerald Davies, and the head of delegations, Mr. Husham Sesay. Their involvement underscored the association's commitment to nurturing young talent and promoting th...

By: Abdulrahman Barrie The Sierra Leone Taekwondo Association is gearing up for an exciting event as they prepare to welcome two foreign-based Taekwondo players from the United States, accompanied by their coach, for a week-long engagement from January 15th to 22nd, 2025. The visit is part of an initiative to inspire and elevate the local Taekwondo community by sharing advanced techniques and fostering international cooperation. The delegation will be visiting Tintafor, Lungi, engaging with local athletes and participating in training sessions designed to enhance skill levels and promote the sport within the region. In addition to this high-profile visit, the Association is organizing National Trials on January 21st, 2025, at the Saint Augustine Agricultural Junior Secondary School in Tintafor, Lungi. This event is a critical opportunity for local Taekwondo practitioners to demonstrate their prowess and vie for selection in upcoming national and international competitions. The trials a...