By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter Sierra Leone’s energy landscape received a significant boost today as the Vice President announced the successful completion of a vital offshore 3D seismic survey. This achievement is expected to pave the way for new opportunities in resource development within the country’s oil and gas sector. The Vice President praised the promising…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter Makeni, August 8, 2025 — The Minister of Basic and Senior Secondary Education, Conrad Sackey, visited the Benevolent Islamic Secondary School following a devastating fire that occurred on August 7, 2025, resulting in significant damage to the institution. The fire destroyed six classrooms, the principal’s office, and the examinations…
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope ReporterNew York City, August 9, 2025 In a poignant and powerful address, Honourable Chernor Bah, Sierra Leone’s Minister of Information and Civic Education, captivated over 700 youth delegates from 100 countries at the 30th AFS Youth Assembly. His keynote speech, titled “From War Child to World Stage,” resonated deeply, eliciting…
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter Residents of Yoni Mabanta Chiefdom in the Tonkolili District have firmly rejected a proposal from Westfield Mining Company Ltd to initiate large-scale bauxite mining operations on their lands. Community members expressed serious concerns over the potential environmental and economic impacts during a series of meetings held on Sunday, August…
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…
By Dr Doma In any true democracy, civil society is meant to be the voice of the people and the watchdog that keeps government on its toes.But in Sierra Leone, that watchdog seems to have turned into something else entirely.Civil society was supposed to check power but many of its members now look more like cheerleaders…
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….
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…
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter The U.S. government has unveiled the CBP Home Mobile App, an initiative by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), aimed at assisting noncitizens who have overstayed their visas or are unlawfully present in the country to voluntarily depart the United States with dignity and structure. Following a proclamation issued…
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…
