By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily ScopeFreetown, April 14, 2026 The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has launched the Global Alliance for Trade Facilitation ePhyto Project, moving Sierra Leone from paper-based phytosanitary certificates to an electronic system aimed at speeding up agricultural trade. The initiative is being rolled out with the Global Alliance for Trade Facilitation,…
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily ScopeMakeni, April 14, 2026 The Bombali District Human Rights Committee has condemned the forced removal of National Election Watch observers from Friday’s paramount chieftaincy election in Bombali Sebora Chiefdom, calling it part of a troubling pattern of exclusion by electoral officials. BDHRC said the removal was allegedly ordered by ECSL’s North-East…
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Freetown, April 14, 2026 The ruling Sierra Leone People’s Party has launched a major fundraising drive aimed at raising up to Le 50 billion to bankroll its campaign for the 2028 general elections. National Publicity Secretary Moses Mambu disclosed the plan during a broadcast on Slik TV, saying the party’s…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily ScopeKamakwie, April 14, 2026 Statistics Sierra Leone has intensified its national outreach ahead of the 2026 Population and Housing Census, holding a civic town hall in Kamakwie to boost participation and public trust in the exercise. The forum, hosted at the Karene District Council Hall in partnership with the Ministry of…
The Maculey family announces the death of their beloved son VICTOR TYRONE MACULEY.Former ex pupil of the West African Methodist Colligate School and St. Edwards Secondary School.Ex Chorister of Samaria W.A.M Church, Waterloo street.He died in The United Kingdom on Tuesday 7th April, 2026.Age: 36 years old.He is survived by his parents Mr &Mrs Ebenezer…
In Loving Memory of our late mother, grandmother, sister and friend Mrs Beatrice Kamara (kembey).Who died on 6th April, 2026.
The death is reported of Pa Nabie Musa Kolley Kamara (aka gba gba olourun).Who died on 12th April, 2026.Burial is scheduled for Tuesday 14th April, 2026 at the Kissy Road Cemetery.Sympathizers may visit the family at #45 Mountain Cut .May his soul rest in perfect peace.
By: Elizabeth A Kaine In Freetown’s streets, a sorrowful sightFuel crisis bites, with prices soaring high tonightThe vulnerable weep, as costs take flightLeaving many poor, with no end in sight Mamas cry, as food prices riseChildren’s dreams, lost in fuel’s demiseFishermen idle, with no fuel to spareLeaving families, with no food to share The US…
By Alimatu Kargbo reporter D.S Freetown, Sierra Leone – A General Assembly meeting at the university on April 13, 2026, was marked by intense debate and concerns over reports of the Vice-Chancellor’s alleged suspension. The meeting, convened to update students on academic and welfare issues, brought together students and leaders to address pressing concerns. Student…
By Saidu Jalloh reporter D.S Freetown, Sierra Leone – The National Election Watch (NEW) has deployed observers to Benin to monitor the country’s presidential election, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s regional engagement. Rev. James A. Lahai, National Coordinator of NEW, leads the West Africa Election Observers Network (WAEON) delegation, while Kadiatu Tholley, a…
