John Wah

President Bio Celebrates Training of Over 20,000 Teachers and Construction of 1,500 Classrooms

Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter President Julius Maada Bio has proclaimed significant advancements in the education sector, announcing the successful training of over 20,000 teachers. This achievement marks a pivotal moment in the country’s efforts to enhance human capital development. During a recent address, President Bio reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to the educational agenda, a…

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Emergency Relief Delivered to Fire Victims in Kroo Bay by Caritas Freetown and Manos Unidas

Freetown, August 6, 2025 — Caritas Freetown, with funding from the Spanish NGO Manos Unidas, delivered emergency relief on Tuesday to 106 victims affected by recent fires in Kroo Bay, Congo Town, and Black Hall Road. The distribution ceremony was held at Caritas Freetown’s headquarters in Kingtom, where beneficiaries received essential food and non-food items….

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Teacher Arrested in Kenema Drug Raid

By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter A teacher from the Kenema Government Secondary School was apprehended during a drug operation conducted by the Transnational Organised Crime Unit on Monday afternoon. The raid, which occurred at approximately 1:50 PM, was spearheaded by Detective Sergeant 9441 Kamara following actionable intelligence. The suspect, identified as Ishmael Kallon, resides…

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Government and Stakeholders Unite to Combat Rising Sexual and Gender-Based Violence

Freetown, August 6, 2025 — In response to the troubling increase in Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) across Sierra Leone, the government convened a crucial meeting with key stakeholders in Freetown. This session included representatives from various government ministries, civil society organizations, and development partners, all dedicated to addressing this critical issue. The meeting featured…

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Sierra Leone and Liberia Partner to Eliminate Cross-Border Call Charges

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, Daily Scope In a significant advancement for regional connectivity, the governments of Sierra Leone and Liberia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to implement Free Roaming services. This initiative, backed by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), aims to abolish cross-border call charges, enhancing communication between the two…

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Government Forms Alliance with Youth Groups to Enhance Digital Inclusion

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, Daily Scope The Government of Sierra Leone has taken a significant step towards promoting digital inclusion by signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with a coalition of youth-led and community-based organizations. This strategic partnership aims to foster technology-driven development throughout the country. The signing ceremony took place at State House in…

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