Local News
NCRC Calls for Fuel Price Reduction to Le 22.7 per Liter Amid Global Market Changes
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S The Native Consortium and Research Center (NCRC) has renewed its call for a significant reduction in fuel prices in Sierra Leone, citing recent global price drops and a strengthening Leone against the US dollar. This appeal was made during a town hall meeting at the Bintish Hotel Conference Hall in…
Over 2,700 Gender-Based Violence Cases Reported in 2024, Says Minister Mahoi
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter Daily Scope Newspaper FREETOWN—Dr. Isata Mahoi, the Minister of Gender and Children’s Affairs, has reported a concerning increase in Gender-Based Violence (GBV) cases for the year 2024, with a total of 2,771 incidents documented. This announcement was made during the government’s weekly press conference at the Miatta Conference Centre. Out of…
Government Strengthens Education Ties with AUDA-NEPAD
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S Freetown, Sierra Leone – The Government of Sierra Leone reaffirmed its dedication to education and human capital development during a recent meeting with a high-level delegation from the African Union Development Agency and the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (AUDA-NEPAD). The session, held at the Conference Hall of the Ministry…
HRCSL Launches Nationwide Monitoring of Mpox Treatment Across Sierra Leone
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S Freetown, Sierra Leone – The Human Rights Commission of Sierra Leone (HRCSL) has initiated a nationwide monitoring exercise to assess the treatment and prevention measures for Mpox in hospitals across Freetown and regional areas. This initiative, led by the Directorate of Monitoring and Research, aims to ensure that public health…
Freetown Faces Power Cuts Amid City Hall’s Operational Challenges
By Joseph Momoh and Saidu Jalloh, Reporters, D.S. Freetown is bracing for significant power cuts starting June 12, 2025, following Karpowership’s announcement that it will cease electricity supply to the capital due to unpaid bills. The Ministry of Energy confirmed today that it received a disconnection notice from Karpowership on May 28, indicating that the…
SLRSA Takes Action to Remove Illegal Garages for Improved Road Safety in Freetown
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, D.S. The Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority (SLRSA), under the leadership of Executive Director Mr. James Baggie Bio, is actively working to remove illegal garages along Model Junction as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance road safety in Freetown. This initiative aims to facilitate smoother traffic flow and provide designated…
Minister Melrose Karminty Launches Rehabilitation Initiative for Young Addicts Amid Drug Crisis
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, D.S. In a significant step toward addressing the growing threat of drug and substance abuse, the Ministry of Social Welfare has facilitated the rehabilitation of 50 young addicts—45 boys and 5 girls—at the Peace Mission Training Centre (PMTC) in Hastings. This initiative marks a critical milestone in the government’s broader national…
Protest Erupts as Students and Teachers Injured During School Demolition at Fourah Bay College
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, D.S. Several children were injured on Monday morning during a protest at Fourah Bay College, triggered by the demolition of a building belonging to the Indigenous Elementary High School. Witnesses report that a group of men arrived early in the morning to tear down the structure, an action the school believes…
Freetown Braces for Power Cuts as Karpowership Halts Supply Over Unpaid Bills
By Joseph Momoh, Reporter, D.S. Freetown is set to experience power cuts beginning June 12, 2025, following Karpowership’s announcement that it will cease electricity supply to the capital due to unpaid bills. The Ministry of Energy confirmed today that it received a disconnection notice from Karpowership on May 28, indicating that the company will switch…
Tensions Rise as Chief Minister Sengeh Challenges APC Leadership on Governance Issues
By Saidu Jalloh reporter D.S Chief Minister of Sierra Leone, David Moinina Sengeh, has urged the All People’s Congress (APC) to take on leadership responsibilities rather than lamenting perceived injustices and attempting to manipulate various sectors of governance. Sengeh’s remarks were directed at Freetown City Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, who recently expressed concerns regarding the government’s…