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By Politico Staff Writer

The Acting Principal of the Milton Margai College of Education & Technology (MMCET) has called on the academic and administrative staff to be loyal and committed to the administration so that together they can undertake more development projects to uplift it to higher heights.

By Hajaratu Kalokoh

The owner of a Day Care & Preparatory School in Freetown could face charges of child cruelty after she was accused of assaulting a 2-year old boy.

Mrs Berther Thompson, who owns Bernis Day Care & Preparatory School located at 48 Main Penisular Road, Goderich, allegedly assaulted the infant as punishment for biting another child in his class. The incident reportedly occurred on 14 October.

By Mabinty M. Kamara

Hundreds of pigs are reported to have died in what seems like an epidemic in Sierra Leone.

The mysterious deaths of the animals have raised public health concerns amidst reports that their meat is being sold to unsuspecting buyers in markets across Freetown.

By Mabinty M. Kamara

President Julius Maada Bio on Thursday opened the newly reconstructed King Harman Road hospital, which has been upgraded to a full-fledged Maternal and Child Healthcare Hospital.

The 68-bed facility, located in Brookfields, Freetown, is expected to ease pressure on the country’s main maternity hospital, Princess Christian Maternity Hospital, commonly known as Cottage. Cottage is located in the eastern part of the city, while King Harman Road Hospital is located in the west end.

By Mohamed T. Massaquoi

An investigation into the physical assault of two female journalists has found at least one member of the Sierra Leone Presidential Guards culpable. The panel recommends the dismissal of the perpetrators, only one of whom was identified. They were also to make a public apology.

The report of the investigation was presented on Thursday to the Minister of Information and Communication, Mohamed Rahman Swaray.

By Hajaratu Kalokoh 

Sierra Leonean journalist, Asmaa James, has been named among the 100 most influential women in the world. The BBC’s exclusive list is compiled every year to shine a light on the outstanding work of different women across the world and how that has influenced their communities.

By Hajaratu Kalokoh

Students at Fourah Bay College (FBC) have expressed concerns over the re-sit examination notice issued by the college. According to the notice that was released on Monday the examination has been slated for 21^st -25^th October 2019.

According to the notice, the exam is meant for students in Final Year General, Year 3 General, Year 2 Honors (Law Dept.), and Post graduate studies. It also includes students in Diploma and Certificate Programs. Students who have reference will have to pay Le150, 000 per module.