By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter Sierra Leone’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Francess Alghali, has been confirmed by ECOWAS Heads of State to serve as Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security for a four-year term. The regional appointment places Alghali at the center of ECOWAS efforts on democratic governance, conflict prevention, and security…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter The drive to improve land administration services in Sierra Leone has taken another step forward as the Sierra Leone Land Administration Project engages prospective contractors for the construction of new National Land Commission offices nationwide. SLLAP recently held a pre-bid meeting with intending bidders for the civil works contract…

By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has completed the second phase of a training programme to equip extension officers with tools to help rice farmers adapt to climate change in Kambia and Tonkolili districts. A total of 40 extension officers took part in the week-long exercise, organized under…

By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter Residents and traders in Kenema District are calling on government to urgently rehabilitate the Mano Junction–Bumpeh road, warning that its worsening condition is increasing the cost of living and slowing economic activity across several communities. The corridor links Mano Junction to Bumpeh, Tongo and other surrounding towns, and serves…

By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter Sierra Leone has again been left off South Africa’s visa-exemption list, as the Department of Home Affairs announced 32 African countries whose citizens can enter without a visa in 2026. Under the updated policy, nationals from the listed countries may travel to South Africa for between 30 and 90…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter A commercial kekeh rider was arrested at the Ferry Junction checkpoint on Thursday, July 16, 2026, after police allegedly found him in possession of an AK-47 rifle and 26 rounds of ammunition. According to the Sierra Leone Police, Checkpoint Commander Sub-Inspector Mustapha Sesay grew suspicious when the suspect, identified…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter The Parliamentary Committee on Information and Civic Education has urged the Sierra Leone News Agency to enhance reporting standards and inter-agency coordination, even as it grapples with delayed funding and logistical gaps. During an oversight session on Monday, the Committee reviewed SLENA’s operations, financial standing, and reform agenda. Managing…

By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter The Government of Sierra Leone, through the Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education, will roll out a nationwide sensitization campaign to boost implementation of the National School Feeding Programme across all 15 operational districts. The 10-day exercise is aimed at deepening stakeholder collaboration, raising public awareness, and tightening…

By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter The 69th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government wrapped up in Lungi on Sunday, with West African leaders reaffirming their commitment to regional unity, peace, security and economic integration. Hosted at the newly inaugurated Julius Maada Bio International Conference Centre, the summit brought…