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By: Alhaji A. Barrie The Sierra Leone High Commission in the United Kingdom has denied recent rumors on social media that the UK and European Union have stopped giving visas to Sierra Leonean citizens. In a press release on Thursday, 31 July 2025, the Commission said these reports are false and have no truth at all. They explained that visa services for Sierra Leoneans are still working normally. People can still apply for visas to travel, work, or study in the UK and EU. The UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) also confirmed that visa offices are open and welcoming visitors from Sierra Leone. The High Commission said Sierra Leone continues to work well with other countries and respects international rules. There are no problems or disagreements that would affect visa policies.

By: Alhaji A. Barrie  Madam Aminata Bangura has won her legal battle and is now officially allowed to take part in the upcoming Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) presidential election.  This follows the Court of Arbitration (CAS)  decision made just days before the SLFA Elective Congress, which will happen on Saturday, August 2, 2025, in Lungi. Earlier, she and the incumbent SLFA President Thomas Daddy Brima were disqualified from the presidential race by the SLFA Ethics Committee, but she appealed the decision by the local football federation's Ethics Committee at CAS and she did emerged victorious. Madam Bangura's return in the SLFA 2025 election largely brings hope for a fair and open race among candidates racing for the SLFA top seat  Many football fans know Madam Bangura for her strong support of the sport and her honest leadership.  As the only woman running for president this year, her comeback has added excitement and new energy to the competition. On August 2, M...