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ANME invites 105 journalist to Morocco for the AFCON and to Explore Cultural Heritage.
In a significant initiative aimed at fostering continental unity and cultural exchange, Morocco's National Association of Media and Publishers (ANME) has extended an invitation to 105 journalists from across Africa. The program, scheduled from December 21st, 2025, to January 22nd, 2026, is strategically timed to coincide with the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). As one of Morocco's largest media organizations, ANME designed this immersive experience to transcend conventional sp
4 days ago2 min read


SLENA Receives Full Endorsement and Funding to Cover AFCON in Morocco.
By Sheku Sackoh Turay The Sierra Leone News Agency (SLENA) has received full endorsement and funding to provide comprehensive coverage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in the Kingdom of Morocco. SLENA’s Senior News Editor, Sheku Sackoh Turay, who also serves as Vice President of the Sports Writers Association of Sierra Leone (SWASAL), has been officially assigned by the Managing Director of SLENA, Madam Yeama Sarah Thompson-Oguamah, to represent the agency at the con
Jan 152 min read


Africell Sierra Leone and NBA Africa Announce Landmark Partnership to Develop Youth Basketball Nationwide.
Africell Sierra Leone is proud to announce the official launch of its partnership with NBA Africa an expansion of the broader Africell Group collaboration with the National Basketball Association (NBA). This milestone extends NBA Africa’s development initiatives to Sierra Leone for the first time, positioning the country as an emerging hub for youth basketball talent in the region. The partnership builds on the success of the Africell/NBA Africa collaboration launched in Ango
Dec 8, 20253 min read


CSL Chairman Urges Annie Walsh Students to Embrace Cricket.
The Chairman of Cricket Sierra Leone (CSL), Francis Trevor Samura, has encouraged pupils of the Annie Walsh Memorial Secondary School to take up cricket and commit themselves to the sport. Samura made the appeal on Monday during a ceremony held on the school campus, where he formally presented certificates to the institution in recognition of its active participation in the ICC Women’s Cricket Week. Addressing staff and students, the CSL Chairman commended Annie Walsh for its
Dec 2, 20251 min read


𝐒𝐋𝐅𝐀 p𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐰𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐅𝐈𝐅𝐀 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.
In a bold and inspiring display of leadership, the president of the Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA), 𝐁𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐝𝐢 𝐊𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐚, on Saturday, November 15th, led the official launch of the 𝐅𝐈𝐅𝐀 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 (𝐅𝟒𝐒) ball distribution exercise at the SLFA Secretariat in Kingtom, Freetown. The initiative underscores president Kamara’s continued commitment to revitalizing grassroots football and strengthening the bond between education and th
Nov 18, 20252 min read


SLFA Presents 2024/25 League Report, Unveils New Premier League Board for 2025/26 Season.
Freetown, Sierra Leone – The Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA) has officially unveiled the new Premier League Board for the...
Sep 29, 20252 min read


FIFA Africa Office Commences Induction Meeting with New SLFA President and Executive.
Rabat-based FIFA Africa Office representatives, El Hadji Wack Diop, Head of FIFA’s Africa Office, and Fatou Camara, Development Manager,...
Sep 23, 20251 min read


Government Reaffirms Support with Winning Bonus Pledge Ahead of Shooting Stars’ Quarterfinal Showdown.
As Sierra Leone’s U-20 national team, the Shooting Stars, gear up for a high-stakes quarterfinal clash against Morocco in the Total...
May 13, 20252 min read
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