By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter The Sierra Leone Labour Congress (SLLC), in collaboration with the Sierra Leone Domestic Workers Union (SLeDoWU) and international partners, has commenced a three-day workshop focused on enhancing protections for domestic and migrant workers through the comprehensive implementation of the International Labour Organization (ILO) Convention 189. Held at the Family…
Episode 16: A Rare Chance We Cannot Ignore By Dr. Doma Delegates, every so often, a moment comes in politics when the right person and the right opportunity meet.Sierra Leone is facing such a moment right now and that person is Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr. Born in Freetown in 1968, she built her education at Fourah Bay…
We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Fada Elijah Mohamed Issa Gegra, CEO of Culture Radio 104.5 FM. He departed from us on [insert date]. Fada Elijah was a dedicated leader whose passion for media and culture profoundly impacted the community. His vision and kindness will be deeply missed by all who knew him….
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Isaac Theophilus Koroma, aged 36, of 6-1 TOK. Sunrise: December 14, 1989Sunset: August 18, 2025 Isaac was a cherished member of the Sierra Leone Legal Aid Board, known for his dedication and compassion. His contributions to the community were invaluable, and his spirit will…
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Freetown, August 19, 2025 — The Ministry of Information and Civic Education hosted its weekly press conference today, placing significant emphasis on electoral system consultations and the advancement of female representation in governance. Senior officials, including Deputy Minister Bocakarie Abdel-Aziz Bawoh and Hon. Mariama Zombo, addressed key issues that will…
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter The Chief Administrator of the Makeni City Council, Mr. Daniel Kpukumu, has been summoned to appear before the Parliamentary Oversight Committee on Transparency following his failure to attend a crucial session on August 19, 2025. Chaired by Hon. Ambrose Maada Lebbie, the committee is currently conducting an oversight mission…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Freetown, August 19, 2025 — Sierra Leone Brewery Limited (SLBL), a subsidiary of Heineken, has officially agreed to transfer its ownership to Sierra Bottling Group (SBG), part of the African Bottling Group Limited (ABG). This transition follows a series of consultative meetings involving the brewery’s management, the Ministry of Employment,…
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Kenema, August 20, 2025 — The Executive of the Sierra Leone Motor Bike Riders Union in the Kenema Eastern Region made a significant donation of NLe 400 on August 20, 2025, to support the ongoing KenDSU Free Quality Summer School initiative. This generous contribution aims to encourage and motivate the…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter On August 20, 2025, U.S. Ambassador to Sierra Leone, Bryan David Hunt, welcomed members of the Millennium Challenge Authority Sierra Leone (MCA-SL) Board of Directors for a luncheon at his residence. The gathering aimed to celebrate the resumption of the MCC Compact implementation and to outline forthcoming steps for…
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Kenema, August 20, 2025 — The Kenema City Council, in collaboration with the Government of Sierra Leone, the World Bank, and various partners, held a crucial meeting with local traders on August 20, 2025, to discuss the Resilient Urban Sierra Leone Project (RUSLP). The focus of the engagement was the…
