It is with a heavy hearts we regrets to announce the untimely demise of a beloved sister and friend Mrs. Musu Kebba Sanneh. This sad event occurred on Sunday, 3rd May 2026. She was a Staff member at The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Welfare and her departing is deeply felt across the Ministry.The…
The Death is reported of Mr David Sawyer, formerly of 11 calmont road waterloo.Who sadly passed away on 4th May 2026. He was a retired Stores Officer of the Western Area Rural District Council.He was a very reliable,dedicated and committed Stores Officer and left an indelible mark in WARDC stores office.He will be remembered for…
By Joseph Momoh | Daily Scope Newspaper The Directorate of Primary Health Care has completed a field assessment of some of the most isolated health facilities in Bonthe District, uncovering makeshift clinics, fire-damaged centers, and staffing gaps in riverine communities. DPHC Director Dr. Brima Osaio Kamara led the mission with the PHC Fellow, Chief Community…
By Kadijatu Bangura | Daily Scope Newspaper FREETOWN – The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs has flagged single-use plastics as a growing threat to Freetown’s environment and tourism appeal, urging a shift toward reusable alternatives instead of an outright ban. Speaking at the weekly government press briefing during Go Circular Week 2026, Senior Tourist…
By Saidu Jalloh | Daily Scope Newspaper ACCRA, GHANA – Health Minister Dr. Austin Demby took part in the launch of a new World Bank-led health, nutrition, and population strategy for Western and Central Africa, framing health investment as a driver of jobs and economic growth. The high-level event, held Monday, May 4, 2026, in…
By Saidu Jalloh | Daily Scope Newspaper ACCRA, GHANA – Health Minister Dr. Austin Demby took part in the launch of a new World Bank-led health, nutrition, and population strategy for Western and Central Africa, framing health investment as a driver of jobs and economic growth. The high-level event, held Monday, May 4, 2026, in…
By Kadijatu Bangura | Daily Scope Newspaper The United States has lifted visa processing restrictions on doctors from Sierra Leone and 38 other countries, clearing a path for physicians previously blocked by a sweeping travel ban that took effect January 1, 2026. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services updated its website late last week without a…
By Kadijatu Bangura | Daily Scope Newspaper Sierra Leone’s Environmental Protection Agency has destroyed 31 illegal dredging machines in a two-day crackdown on unregulated mining along the Moa and Maleh rivers in Kenema and Kailahun districts. The joint operation, led by EPA’s Kenema regional office with support from security forces, targeted dredges actively mining inside…
By Joseph Momoh | Daily Scope Newspaper The Ministry of Gender and Children’s Affairs has pledged to strengthen rehabilitation and reintegration programs for women and girls in Sierra Leone’s correctional centres, placing vocational training and restorative justice at the center of its reform agenda. Speaking at a stakeholder engagement in Freetown, Minister Dr. Isata Mahoi…
The death is reported of Mrs. Jamelleh Doherty, formally of #5 Ranger Street Freetown.Who passed away on 22nd April, 2026.Born on 27th August, 1971.Age: 55 years old. She’s survived by her husband Mr Quinton Doherty Snr and son Quinton Jnr all of the same address. A vigil will be held on Saturday 9th May, 2026…
