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By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope On February 17, 2026, over 200 students, lecturers, private sector leaders, and tourism practitioners convened at Fourah Bay College, University of Sierra Leone, to celebrate Global Tourism Resilience Day. The event was spearheaded by the Minister of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Nabeela Farida Tunis, who emphasized the importance of youth…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope The Campaign for Good Governance (CGG) has launched a pivotal national initiative aimed at shaping the leadership standards for Sierra Leone’s upcoming 2028 general elections. The initiative, titled “Who Will Be the Next President? A Citizens’ Manifesto for Democracy and Basic Services,” was unveiled on February 13 at CGG headquarters…

By Dr. Doma, Daily Scope Reporter A new milestone in Sierra Leone’s private sector emerged on February 6, 2026, as JMan Group of Companies officially launched its insurance division, JMan Insurance, at its central Freetown facility on Adelaide Street. While the launch event marked a significant moment, its impact is being felt throughout the nation’s…

By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter Istanbul, February 18, 2026 Dr. Francess Virginia Anderson, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Sierra Leone to Türkiye, has embarked on a pivotal week-long visit to Istanbul aimed at fostering economic ties and attracting investment. Accompanied by her team, Ambassador Anderson engaged with prominent Turkish private-sector investors, underlining the…

By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter Julius Maada Bio Parade Square, Wilberforce, Freetown, February 18, 2026 President Brigadier (Rtd.) Julius Maada Bio, Commander-in-Chief of the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF), has announced a substantial 25% salary increase for all personnel in the armed forces, effective April 2026. The announcement coincided with the 17th…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter State Lodge, Hill Station, Freetown, February 18, 2026 President Dr. Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone welcomed Dr. Maxime Houinato, the UN Women Regional Director for West and Central Africa, during a courtesy visit aimed at reinforcing the agency’s commitment to the country’s gender reform initiatives. Dr. Houinato’s six-day…

By Joseph Momoh, D.S. Reporter The Government of Sierra Leone has embarked on a significant initiative to modernize its health sector with the successful completion of a five-day workshop on Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (AI) for senior health leaders. The training took place from February 2 to 6, 2026, at the Family Kingdom Resort…

By Saidu Jalloh, D.S. Reporter The All Peoples Congress (APC) has officially republished the locations and centres designated for its forthcoming Ward Elections, set to occur nationwide on February 21, 2026. A public notice issued on February 14, 2026, by the party’s National Secretariat confirmed that the decision followed a consultative meeting between party leadership…

By Kadijatu Bangura, D.S. Reporter Senior security officials from Sierra Leone and Liberia have reaffirmed their dedication to enhancing cross-border security cooperation following a high-level bilateral meeting in Jendema. The strategic engagement brought together representatives from the Sierra Leone Police, the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces, the Liberia Immigration Service, the Mano River Union,…

By Kadijatu Bangura, D.S. Reporter The trial of Lansana Dumbuya, National Secretary General of the All People’s Congress (APC), was abruptly suspended on February 16, 2026. Magistrate Mustapha Brima Jah and state prosecutors exited the courtroom due to overcrowding and disputes over the size of the defense team. Initially scheduled to continue today, the proceedings…