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By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter The Ministry of Internal Affairs, under the leadership of AIG (Rtd) Morie Lengor Esq., has launched a strategic partnership with the Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority (SLRSA) and INTERPOL to combat vehicle theft in the country. This collaboration aims to develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) designed to prevent the…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter The Sierra Leone Teachers Union has raised alarms over the recent suspension of over 4,000 teachers from the payroll, warning that this action could severely disrupt the planned reopening of schools in September. Union representatives emphasized that many of the affected teachers are actively engaged in their schools and…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter The United States Government has confirmed its commitment to supporting Sierra Leone in combating the Mpox outbreak, contributing more than $2 million to enhance response efforts. According to the U.S. Embassy in Freetown, this funding has been instrumental in reducing daily Mpox cases from a peak of 200 in…

By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter Sierra Leone has entered into a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with AFS Intercultural Programs, aimed at empowering young leaders through intercultural learning and global education. The agreement was formalized by Minister of Information and Civic Education Chernor Bah and AFS President and CEO Daniel Obst during the closing…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter Prominent government officials and industry experts convened at the Sierra Leone Innovates 2025 summit from June 4 to 6, 2025, to strategize the future of technology and digital development in the country. Themed “5+ Years of NIDS: Building the Skills to Drive Sustainable Economic Growth and National Development,” the…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter In a candid statement following the recent SLPP National Delegates Conference, Fatima Maada Bio, the First Lady of Sierra Leone, clarified that her involvement in politics has never been about seeking titles or public acclaim. “My journey in Sierra Leone’s politics has never been about titles or applause. It…

By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter Businessman and politician Mohammed Omodu Kamara, widely known as APC Jagaban, has pledged to tackle the ongoing ferry crisis in Sierra Leone by acquiring new vessels. This commitment follows a recent incident in which passengers on the ferry from Lungi to Freetown experienced distress when the vessel broke down…

By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter In a significant development for its digital landscape, Sierra Leone has officially unveiled its inaugural National Data Strategy, marking a pivotal step in the country’s data governance efforts. This initiative, launched by the Ministry of Communication, Technology, and Innovation, is made possible through collaboration with the Data Governance in…

Following public criticism of his decision to stop producing political songs, Emmerson Bockarie, the Sierra Leonean singer renowned for his musics addressing social change and government corruption, has firmly stated that he will continue to sing, but not what his audience wants to hear. Emmerson urged the public to seek out a replacement who can…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter Sierra Leone’s energy landscape received a significant boost today as the Vice President announced the successful completion of a vital offshore 3D seismic survey. This achievement is expected to pave the way for new opportunities in resource development within the country’s oil and gas sector. The Vice President praised the promising…