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By: Alhaji A. Barrie  In a move that has reverberated through diplomatic circles with quiet gravity, U.S. Ambassador to Sierra Leone, Bryan Hunt, has officially resigned from his post, citing urgent family responsibilities.  The decision, confirmed by multiple sources, was prompted by a serious medical emergency involving his father, who is being discharged today following a major heart operation. Ambassador Hunt’s resignation was submitted directly to President Donald J. Trump and is effective immediately. He is not expected to return to Freetown. Leadership at the U.S. Embassy in Sierra Leone has now transitioned to Chargé d’Affaires Yancey, who will oversee mission operations in the interim. Sources close to Hunt describe the resignation as “immediate and deeply personal,” made within hours of receiving news of his father’s condition. With his mother now facing the emotional and logistical demands of caregiving, Hunt chose to step away from his diplomatic role to be present...

By: Alhaji A. Barrie  The Sierra Leone U-17 girls’ national football team commenced their campaign in the WAFU-A Girls Tournament with a commendable performance, securing a 2-1 victory over Senegal in the opening fixture held in Monrovia, Liberia.  The result marks a significant milestone for the team, reflecting both their preparedness and competitive spirit as they embark on a journey that holds promise for national pride and regional recognition. Held on September 15, 2025, the match marked the beginning of what promises to be a landmark tournament for West African youth football. Under the guidance of Head Coach Fatmata “Taribo” Turay, the young Lionesses displayed tactical maturity, relentless energy, and unwavering belief.  From kickoff, they pressed with purpose, defended with grit, and attacked with flair, earning two decisive goals that sealed the victory and sent a clear message to Group B rivals: Sierra Leone is not here to participate, they’re here to contend....

By: African Publicity  “This project is a practical solution to tackling extreme heat, one of the biggest challenges facing Accra today. By combining climate innovation with community needs, we make our city more livable and support our long-term goal of sustainable transportation.  Partnerships with young people are key to our success, and by collaborating with organisations like Bloomberg Philanthropies, we are advancing cities’ climate action in meaningful and lasting ways,” declared Hon. Michael Kpakpo Allotey, Mayor of Accra, as he commended the launch of the Apata Initiative. Transforming Public Spaces with Cooling Sheds: The Apata Initiative, a youth-led project of the Youth Climate Action Fund under the auspices of Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA)and supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies and United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG is transforming public spaces with innovative cooling sheds made from reusable materials.  Named after the Twi word for “shade,” the...