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Sierra Leone Sees 450,000 Annual Pregnancies, Health Minister Reveals
By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter Dr. Austin Demby, Sierra Leone’s Minister of Health, has revealed that the nation records approximately 450,000 pregnancies each year. This statistic highlights ongoing government efforts aimed at improving maternal health, reducing adolescent pregnancies, and enhancing overall healthcare services. In 2025, significant efforts were made to address maternal health issues,…
AG Announces Drafting of New Constitution Ahead of 2028 Elections
By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter Attorney General and Minister of Justice Alpha Sesay has confirmed that the long-anticipated constitutional review in Sierra Leone has officially entered the drafting phase, with a completion target set for before the 2028 national elections. Sesay made this announcement during the closing session of the National Civic Festival at…
NRA Commissioner Emphasizes Tax Reforms at Salone Civic Festival
By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter At the recent Salone Civic Festival held at the Youyi Building in Freetown, National Revenue Authority (NRA) Commissioner General Jeneba J. Bangura presented a series of key tax reforms aimed at enhancing compliance, transparency, and service delivery. During her address at the event organized by the Ministry of Information…
Dambala Bridge in Bo to Close for Repairs from December 16-22
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter The Sierra Leone Roads Authority (SLRA) has announced a temporary closure of the Dambala Bridge along the Bo-Yele-Matotoka Road from December 16 to December 22, 2025, for essential restoration works. This closure follows a partial collapse of the bridge two months ago, which occurred when a truck crossed over…
UNICEF Celebrates 40 Years in Sierra Leone with New Strategic Plan for Children
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter In a significant milestone, the United Nations International Children Emergency Fund (UNICEF) commemorated its 40th anniversary in Sierra Leone by launching a proactive five-year strategic plan dedicated to enhancing the lives of children nationwide. The unveiling of this ambitious plan took place during a celebratory event themed “For Every…
S/L Government Declares Successful End to Mpox Outbreak
By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter The Sierra Leone government has officially declared the end of the Mpox outbreak, as announced by the Ministry of Health and the National Public Health Agency (NPHA) on December 15, 2025. Health Minister Dr. Austin Demby made the landmark announcement, confirming that the country has fulfilled the World Health…
China and UNICEF Collaborate to Improve Newborn and Child Health in Sierra Leone
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter The National Revenue Authority (NRA) has taken a significant leap towards modernizing tax collection in Sierra Leone by introducing digital tax filing and mobile payment systems. Commissioner General Jeneba Bangura made the announcement during the Civic Festival, highlighting the benefits of the Integrated Tax Administration System (ITAS), which enables…
APC Receives Police Clearance for Nationwide Pre-Convention Election Tour
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporting The Sierra Leone Police have granted approval for a nationwide pre-convention election sensitization tour organized by the opposition All Peoples Congress (APC). This decision follows a formal request from the party leadership, with the clearance issued on December 12, 2025. In a letter from the police headquarters, the APC’s…
S/L Launches Cashless Payment System for Waka Fine Buses
By Saidu Jalloh, D.S. Reporter The Government of Sierra Leone has launched an innovative cashless payment system for the Waka Fine buses, aimed at enhancing the convenience and efficiency of public transportation in Freetown. Passengers can now use a Waka Fine card to pay for their fares, a significant step intended to reduce cash transactions…
S/L Launches Direct China Shipping: Transit Time Slashed to 5 Weeks
By Kadijatu Bangura, D.S. Reporter Sierra Leone (S/L) has officially launched an innovative direct shipping route connecting Taizhou Port in China to the Queen Elizabeth II Quay in Freetown, significantly enhancing trade by reducing transit times from 12 weeks to just five. The new corridor, aimed at optimizing the flow of goods between the two…