Mabinty Koroma SLENA Correspondent

The Minister of Youth Affairs, Mr. Ibrahim Sannoh, graced the Certification Ceremony of 68 trainees of the Women Digital Center at the Orange Foundation Hall, Hill Station, Freetown, reaffirming Government’s unwavering commitment to youth and women empowerment in Sierra Leone. The colourful and inspiring ceremony, organized by the National Youth Commission (NaYCom), marked a significant milestone for 68 young women who successfully completed a comprehensive digital skills training programme...

The newly appointed Chinese Ambassador to Sierra Leone, His Excellency Zhao Yong, has signaled a strong commitment to youth empowerment and bilateral cooperation during his inaugural courtesy call on the Minister of Youth Affairs, Ibrahim Sannoh. Held at the Minister’s office in Freetown, the meeting struck a forward-looking tone, with both leaders emphasizing the critical role of young people in driving national progress and deepening ties between the two nations. Minister Sannoh warmly...

An agreement that promises to reshape the landscape of opportunity for Sierra Leone's youth, the Ministry of Youth Affairs (MOYA) and Special Olympics Sierra Leone (SOSL) on January 9th, 2026 signed a powerful Memorandum of Understanding, forging a united front to empower young people with intellectual disabilities through the transformative power of sport and community. This partnership is a bold statement of intent. It moves beyond theory, establishing a concrete framework to roll out...