By: Daniel O. Wah My dear youths, Your cries of frustration echo through our communities, social media, and marketplaces: Why is Sierra Leone drowning in the highest prices in Africa? From cement and iron rods to airline tickets and even something as cheap as the new Saily eSIM cards, our people pay a punishing premium….
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope The Sierra Leone Association of Journalists (SLAJ) has embarked on a new phase of Sierra Leone-Cuba relations following a significant meeting with Cuban Ambassador Norma Sanchez Aguila at the Cuban Embassy in Freetown on Monday. Led by President Alhaji Manika Kamara, the SLAJ delegation included Immediate Past President Ahmed Sahid…
Freetown, August 14, 2025 — The Sierra Leone Ports and Harbours Authority (SLPHA) has secured the top position in the 2025 Mid-Term Agency Performance Scores for the transport sector, as announced by the Ministry of Transport and Aviation. The performance scores, covering the period from January to June 2025, were revealed during an inter-agency meeting…
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope H.E. Rasha Poliman Mohin Eldin, the newly appointed Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt, has expressed a keen interest in bolstering vocational training initiatives in Sierra Leone. During a courtesy visit to the Minister of Technical and Higher Education, Dr. Ramatulai Wurie, at the Ministry’s Conference Room in New…
Freetown, August 13, 2025 — In a significant move to uphold accountability within the Sierra Leone Police Force, three officers have been dismissed following allegations of their involvement in an armed robbery in Rokel Community, located east of Freetown. During a press briefing at the Police Officers’ Mess in Kingtom, Assistant Commissioner of Police Allieu…
Episode 14: APC delegates, this isn’t just another convention, it’s about the future of Sierra Leone. By Dr Doma On Thursday August 7, 2025, President Julius Maada Bio during his speech in Parliament, spoke about leadership for all Sierra Leoneans, not just one party.Shortly after, Sengehpor Thomas, Speaker of the house of Parliament took it…
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S In a significant move towards fostering national reconciliation, the Government of Sierra Leone, through the Office of the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, announced today, August 12, 2025, the exoneration of 37 individuals previously associated with the opposition All People’s Congress (APC) Party. This notice came in the form…
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, D.S. The Ministry of Youth Affairs, in partnership with key stakeholders, convened a National Conference at the Bintumani International Conference Centre to celebrate International Youth Day. This year’s theme, “Youth Empowerment Through Agriculture, Skills, and Innovation for a Sustainable Future,” underscored the pivotal role of youth in national development. Minister of…
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope In a significant display of bilateral cooperation, the Chinese Embassy in Sierra Leone has donated critical surveillance equipment to the Sierra Leone Police (SLP) to enhance the country’s “Safe City” Project. The formal ceremony, attended by senior officials and representatives from law enforcement, showcased the donation, which includes 45 CCTV…
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter In a decisive effort to combat illegal mining, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has destroyed 199 dredges across several districts in Sierra Leone, including Tonkolili, Bombali, Kenema, Kailahun, Kono, and Bo. This large-scale operation marks a significant stance against environmental violations and the protection of the nation’s ecosystems. The…
