SLAJ South

08/03/2024

Happy International Women's Day to all the women in the Sierra Leone Association of Journalists! Your voices and contributions are invaluable, and may you continue to inspire and empower others in your important work.

03/03/2024

Rest well Rassie Bah

03/03/2024

Update on the Funeral rites of Madam Rassie Bah.

The family of the late Madam Rassie Bah has concluded, after a brief meeting, that her funeral will take place on Monday, March 4th, 2023. The ceremony will commence at the Fullah Mosque located at Tangaba Street, New Site in Bo, followed by her interment at the Bo City Cemetery.

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SLAJ Secretariat South

03/03/2024

Press Release

Sad Demise of Madam Rassie Bah, Member of the Sierra Leone Association of Journalists South

Freetown, Sierra Leone - March 3, 2024: It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Madem Rassie Bah, a member of the Sierra Leone Association of Journalists South. Madem Bah was a dedicated journalist and a pillar of our community, whose contributions to the field of journalism and civil society will be deeply missed.

Madam Rassie Bah served as the founder and owner of Case Salone , a prominent Civil Society Organisation, where she tirelessly advocated for social justice and the rights of the marginalized. Additionally, she was an active member of Women in the Media South.

In her professional capacity, Madam Bah was a valued was a member of Classic Media Empire SL Sierra Leone, where her commitment to excellence and integrity shone through in all her endeavors.

Madam Rassie Bah passed away on Sunday, March 3rd, 2024, at Mercy Hospital in Bo, at 3:00 PM. Her sudden departure has left a void in our hearts and in the journalism community at large.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later time, as we come together to honor her memory and celebrate her remarkable life.

The Sierra Leone Association of Journalists South extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Madam Rassie Bah during this difficult time. May her legacy continue to inspire us all as we strive to uphold the values of truth, integrity, and professionalism in journalism.

For further inquiries, please contact:

The Regional Secretariat,
Sierra Leone Association of Journalists South
Or call (076) 505270

End of Press Release

22/02/2024

Happy birthday *NEWMAN ANTHONY LEVEY*,
News Editor, Moonlight Radio in Bo; Member MEAL Regional Correspondents Southern Region.

We wish you many happy returns, and God's richest blessings.

May you live long in good health, wealth, peace and prosperity to celebrate countless more birthdays.

Stay blessed🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

16/02/2024

📻 Happy World Radio Day! Today, we celebrate the powerful role of radio in fostering democracy worldwide 🌍. We applaud radio journalists in Salone and particularly community radio journalists for sharing content that empowers citizens to participate in their democracy and to hold duty bearers accountable. Radio is an indispensable tool to keep people informed, and we reiterate our continued support for media freedom on radio and all platforms. 🎧

14/02/2024

The former Regional Chairman Sierra Leone Association of Journalists South, paid a visit to VOA! 🌟 Grateful for his guidance and support in shaping journalism in the southern Region. Stay tuned for more updates! "
U.S. Embassy Freetown, Sierra Leone

12/02/2024

All the best to Richard Ngevao who is in the United States on an Edward R. Murrow IVLP program for journalists. Ngevao is the manager of Classic Media Empire SL and the former Slaj Sierra Leone Southern Region chairman

09/02/2024

*The Sierra Leone Association of Journalists (SLAJ) South*

*PRESS RELEASE*

*_Former Regional Chairman of the Sierra Leone Association of Journalists South Embarks on Exchange Program with United States Embassy_*

_Friday 9th February 2024_ The Sierra Leone Association of Journalists South announces that the former Regional Chairman, Richard Lahai Ngevao, has departed for the United States of America to participate in an enriching experience-sharing session with the United States Embassy.

During his time in the United States, Richard Lahai Ngevao will engage in discussions and collaborative initiatives aimed at enhancing journalistic practices and promoting professional development within the media industry. This exchange program presents an invaluable opportunity for Richard Lahai Ngevao to exchange ideas, gain insights, and foster relationships with counterparts in the United States.

Richard Lahai Ngevao is expected to return in a couple of months from today, bringing back with him newfound knowledge and experiences that will undoubtedly benefit the journalism community in Sierra Leone.

The Sierra Leone Association of Journalists South decided to recommend Richard Lahai Ngevao because of his valueable contributions towards the success of SLAJ in the southern Region. The Regional Executive therefore extends its best wishes to Richard Lahai Ngevao for a fruitful and productive exchange program. We eagerly anticipate his return and look forward to the invaluable contributions he will make to our organization and the wider media landscape upon his homecoming.

For further inquiries, please contact:

The SLAJ Regional secretariat or Call 0766505270

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26/11/2023

OBITUARY

26th November 2023.

The Sierra Leone Association of Journalists (SLAJ) regrets to announce the sudden death of our colleague, STEPHEN DOUGLAS, from heart attack, which sad event took place today Sunday 26th November 2023 at the 34 Military hospital, Freetown.

Until his death, Mr Douglas was the Editor of the News Watch Newspaper, former Editor of Awoko newspaper, and an Associate Member of the Sierra Leone Association of Journalists (SLAJ).

"This is shocking. Steve was active in our professional WhatsApp group this morning asking questions about the security situation in the country. He has been an amazing associate member of SLAJ, always ready to serve. He felt so much at home here working as a journalist. We will surely miss his critical mind. What a loss!" said SLAJ President, Ahmed Sahid Nasralla.

Our sincere condolences to the family in Freetown and in Canada. May the Lord have mercy upon him and grant him eternal rest in Perfect Peace.

-SLAJ Secretariat

15/11/2023