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AFROSAI-E Chief Strengthens Ties with Sierra Leone’s ACC
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter Freetown, Sierra Leone – On November 25, 2025, Meisie Nkau, Chief Executive Officer of the African Organization of English-speaking Supreme Audit Institutions (AFROSAI-E), and her delegation from Waterkloof, Pretoria, South Africa, paid a courtesy visit to the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) at Integrity House, Tower Hill. This visit is part…
Dr. Isata Mahoi Champions Child Rights at African Forum in Morocco
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter Morocco – Sierra Leone’s Minister of Gender and Children’s Affairs, Hon. Dr. Isata Mahoi, recently participated in the inaugural African Forum of Children’s Parliament, a significant gathering of African leaders, international organizations, and youth parliamentarians, held under the esteemed patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Lalla Meryem. The event,…
FSU and RSLAF Unite to Fight Sexual and Gender-Based Violence
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter Freetown, Sierra Leone – On November 24, 2025, the Family Support Unit (FSU) of the Sierra Leone Police announced a significant partnership with the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF) aimed at strengthening efforts against Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) nationwide. This collaboration highlights a united front in…
President Bio Calls for Renewed Africa-Europe Partnership at AU-EU Summit
By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter Luanda, Angola – In a powerful address at the 7th African Union-European Union Summit on November 23, 2025, President Dr. Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone urged leaders from Africa and Europe to forge a partnership grounded in mutual respect, shared responsibilities, and genuine equality. President Bio, who also…
Parliament Ratifies Offshore Bulk Handling Concession Agreement
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter Freetown, Sierra Leone – On November 25, 2025, the Parliament of Sierra Leone debated and ratified a pivotal Offshore Bulk Handling Concession Agreement aimed at bolstering the nation’s development. The agreement, established between the Sierra Leone Ports and Harbours Authority (SLPHA), the Government of the Republic of Sierra Leone…
Air Sierra Leone Wins Visionary Award for Leadership
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter Air Sierra Leone has been honored with the Outstanding Leadership and Societal Impact Award at the 2025 Visionary Awards ceremony, which took place on Saturday at the New Brookfields Hotel. The airline was recognized for its exemplary leadership and significant contributions to national development. The award was accepted by…
SALWACO MD Launches Nationwide Tour to Boost Water Services
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter On November 24, 2025, Ing. Tiideni Hawa Jabbi, the newly appointed Managing Director of the Sierra Leone Water Company (SALWACO) and the first woman to hold this position, commenced Day 5 of her nationwide tour. Accompanied by Board Chairman Joseph Ndanema and Board Member PC Amy, she visited Mile…
Health Expert Warns of Antibiotic Misuse in Sierra Leone
By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter A senior health expert from the World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a stark warning regarding the misuse of antibiotics in Sierra Leone, particularly among young women using these drugs to prevent or terminate pregnancies. The misuse is contributing to alarming levels of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in the country….
Cabinet Approves Ambitious 2026 Budget
By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter The Cabinet has officially endorsed the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and accompanying Finance Bill, paving the way for submission to Parliament. The approval was announced during a special meeting chaired by President Julius Maada Bio. Vice President Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh highlighted that the budget focuses on strategic investments designed…
NDMA Marks Leadership Transition with Handing-Over Ceremony
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S Freetown, Sierra Leone – November 21, 2025The National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) celebrated a significant leadership transition with a handing-over ceremony on November 21, 2025. In his farewell address, outgoing Director General, Lt. Gen. (Rtd) Brima Sesay, reflected on the agency’s remarkable progress, emphasizing capacity building and institutional strengthening during…