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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…

By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter Freetown, Sierra Leone — During the State Opening of the Third Session of the Sixth Parliament of the Second Republic, President Julius Maada Bio emphasized the urgent need for Sierra Leone to diminish its reliance on imported food and goods. He asserted that true national progress hinges on the…

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…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter, Daily Scope Sierra Leone’s National Communications Authority (NatCA) has announced the rollout of free roaming services for travelers within West Africa, in line with the ECOWAS Roaming Protocol and the Abidjan Protocol. This initiative aims to lower the cost of cross-border telecommunications and enhance connectivity for Sierra Leonean travelers visiting select…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, Daily Scope The Ministry of Health and Sanitation has announced that Sierra Leone has achieved a notable exclusive breastfeeding rate of 54%, a significant milestone in the nation’s healthcare efforts. This achievement aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals and was highlighted during the observance of World Breastfeeding Week (WBW) 2025. This…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, Daily Scope In a significant move to ensure the 2026 Census message reaches every corner of Sierra Leone, Statistics Sierra Leone (Stats SL), in partnership with the Ministry of Information and Civic Education (MoICE), hosted a high-level roundtable on 5th August 2025 at the Youyi Building. Senior editors and producers from…

By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter The Kamara family is engulfed in grief and suspicion following the unexpected death of Mohamed Kamara, a Sierra Leonean national who passed away less than 24 hours after returning from the United States on July 22, 2025. Family members have lodged a formal complaint with the Bo Police Division,…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, D.S. BudgIT Sierra Leone has issued a stark warning regarding the country’s escalating wage bill and ongoing budget deficit, highlighting the detrimental impact these issues have on the delivery of essential services and sustainable development efforts. In a comprehensive analysis, BudgIT Sierra Leone pointed out that a significant portion of the…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter, D.S. The Government of Sierra Leone, in partnership with the United States Embassy in Freetown, is set to launch a public awareness campaign aimed at educating citizens about the risks associated with overstaying visas in the United States. This initiative was discussed during a recent meeting between Chernor Bah, the Minister…

By Joseph Momoh, D.S. Reporter In a recent parliamentary session, Aaron Aruna Koroma, the Deputy Leader of the All People’s Congress (APC), raised significant concerns regarding the supplementary budget presented by Finance Minister Sheku Fantamadi Bangura. Koroma highlighted a dramatic increase in funding for the Chief Minister’s Office, led by David Moininia Sengeh, which escalated…