Local News

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Sierra Leone has officially handed over a brand-new vehicle to the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change to bolster monitoring efforts for the Western Area Peninsula (WAP) Project. This initiative, funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF), aims to strengthen conservation efforts and…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S Freetown, Sierra Leone — Foday Salam Kamara, 26, a student, and Alimamy Abudeen Kamara, 44, a private security officer, appeared before Magistrate Sahr Kekura at Pademba Road Court No. 1 on charges of conspiracy, office breaking, and larceny, in violation of Section 26(1) of the Larceny Act of 1916. The…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter, Daily Scope The National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) has expressed serious concern regarding a surge in fire incidents across the country, with 38 cases reported in January and February 2025. The Southern Region has been the most affected, recording 15 incidents, followed closely by the Western Area with 10. The Northern…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter, Daily Scope His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio has officially welcomed Her Excellency Rasata Rafaravavitafika, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Madagascar and Special Envoy of President Andry Rajoelina. The Special Envoy and her delegation arrived at Freetown International Airport to deliver a special message from President Rajoelina to President…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, Daily Scope On February 10, 2025, the Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Mrs. Nabeela Farida Tunis, officially launched a week-long Tourism Statistics Training workshop at the Bintumani Hotel Conference Hall. The initiative, supported by the World Bank’s Sierra Leone Economic Diversification Project (SLEDP), aims to enhance the skills of tourism…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, Daily Scope The Ministry of Employment, Labour, and Social Security has released a strong statement condemning Beowulf Worldwide Sierra Leone for allegedly ceasing operations without notice, leaving employees unpaid, and failing to meet essential legal obligations. According to the ministry, Beowulf Worldwide has neglected to provide end-of-service benefits to its employees,…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, Daily Scope In a startling revelation, a recent investigative report has uncovered extensive financial and procurement irregularities at the University of Sierra Leone (USL), prompting urgent calls for a forensic audit. The findings, presented to the court on January 30, 2025, were unanimously adopted, mandating immediate implementation of the recommendations. The…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S His Excellency Luc Briard, the French Ambassador to Sierra Leone, recently visited the Police Headquarters on George Street for a courtesy meeting with Inspector General of Police (IGP) William Fayia Sellu. The visit aimed to bolster collaboration between the French government and the Sierra Leone Police. During the meeting, IGP…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S The National Youth Service (NYS) Batch 7 has officially commenced, welcoming 400 graduates who will embark on a transformative 21-day training program, setting the stage for a year-long government placement. This initiative is a crucial part of Pillars 3 and 4 of President Bio’s Big Five Game Changers, focusing on…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S In a formal ceremony at the State House, Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio received letters of credence from three distinguished diplomats: His Excellency Mr. Yusuf Burak Rende, Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye; His Excellency Dr. Senalor Kabala Yawlui, High Commissioner of the Republic of Ghana; and His Excellency…