Sierra Leone’s children deserve safety! ILRAJ urges Parliament to pass the Child Rights Act, 2024! Protect our children from abuse, child marriage, & FGM. Reinstate protections against harmful practices for a safer future. “Let history remember this Parliament as the one that

Statement on the Passing of the Child Rights Act Statement on the Passing of the Child Rights Act On behalf of A Girl At A Time Sierra Leone, I extend my sincere congratulations to the Honourable Minister Dr Isata Mahoi , her team and all those involved in the successful

The recent claim by Presidential Spokesman Alpha Kanu that "over 70% of Sierra Leoneans are now employed" is not only misleading but dangerously misrepresents the grim employment reality in the country. Such a statement, especially when made without reference to credible,

The Child Rights Act and Separation of Powers Last week, Parliament passed the long-awaited Child Rights Bill. It is yet to become law as the President has not yet assented the same. Despite many good provisions in the law, one of female genital cutting has ignited a storm of

For the immediate attention of the following Julius Maada Bio - HE President of Sierra Leone - Chair of ECOWAS Clerk, Parliament of Sierra Leone🇸🇱 - Paran Umar Tarawallie (Phd) Alpha Sesay - Hon Alpha Sesay Isata Mahoi - Hon Dr Isata Mahoi Ecowas - Cedeao - ECOWAS ILRAJ Human Rights Comm SL Chernor Bah -

The real Nobel prize candidate…. She has shown us all what true moral clarity looks like—embodying the best in us. Francesca Albanese

Mr Rubio, with this post you have sealed your legacy as an enemy of international law and basic human decency. History will judge you harshly. In the meantime-, the rest of us are standing with Francesca Albanese, a tireless servant of minimum ethical standards.

The President’s recent statement is a positive and commendable step. It shows a clear recognition of a serious and long-standing problem—land grabbing—that has affected communities across Sierra Leone for years, under different governments. His words signal a renewed commitment

In Loving Memory of our classmate Justice Binneh – Class of 2005 Justice Binneh has left this world, and with him, a piece of our shared history, laughter, and youth has gone too. For us Class of 2005 we mourn not just the passing of a brilliant mind, but the loss of one of our

😊Absolutely thrilled for students who have received scholarships through Irish Aid to study in Ireland ! This is another reflection of Irish Aid’s ongoing solidarity with Sierra Leone. And to the lucky students: I wish you all the best and if by any chance you happen to bump

On July 22, 2025, ILRAJ represented by one of it’s legal officers Ashmia Forna participated in the inaugural meeting of the Technical Committee for the Consolidation of Criminal Statutes in Sierra Leone, held at the Law Reform Commission Sierra Leone’s conference room. Chaired by Justice

Silence and Impunity: The Case of Dr Denis Sandy Dr Denis Moinina Sandy has been quietly removed from his position as Chairman of the Internal Electoral Management Oversight Committee (IEMOC), a role to which he was appointed on 30th June 2025 to supervise the Sierra Leone

Tomorrow is #worldhepatitisday, we join the global community in raising awareness about viral hepatitis—a silent epidemic that continues to claim lives and burden communities across Africa. In sub-Saharan Africa, chronic hepatitis B infection is the leading cause of liver cancer,

It’s bad enough that the ruling party continues to flout the 30 percent quota without consequence. But it’s even more troubling that the PPRC — the very institution mandated to enforce compliance — remains largely silent abdicating its responsibility to perform its most basic

I came to Antigua for peace. What I found was a painful reminder of what Sierra Leone could be — if only we had serious leadership. As you can see from the photos. Like us, they have stunning beaches, warm weather, and raw natural beauty. But unlike us, they’ve done something

I woke up crying this morning. One year ago today we lost our beloved Sia. Her life was brutally taken but she will remain in our hearts forever. We miss you Sia. Rest in peace my little star. #Justice4Sia

With the growing sense that respect for the rule of law is gradually being eroded within our society, it’s no surprise to see important protocols being disregarded too. On several occasions we have seen how the actions of those in positions of authority appear to prioritise

Today I don’t know whether to laugh or cry. My Hello Kitty baby girl is turning 18 — officially an adult — and as if the universe wanted to add a little drama, she’s also moving into her dorm today.😔 Honestly, part of me still wishes she’d stay little forever as in that