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By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter Makeni, August 8, 2025 — The Minister of Basic and Senior Secondary Education, Conrad Sackey, visited the Benevolent Islamic Secondary School following a devastating fire that occurred on August 7, 2025, resulting in significant damage to the institution. The fire destroyed six classrooms, the principal’s office, and the examinations…

By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter Residents of Yoni Mabanta Chiefdom in the Tonkolili District have firmly rejected a proposal from Westfield Mining Company Ltd to initiate large-scale bauxite mining operations on their lands. Community members expressed serious concerns over the potential environmental and economic impacts during a series of meetings held on Sunday, August…

Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter President Julius Maada Bio has proclaimed significant advancements in the education sector, announcing the successful training of over 20,000 teachers. This achievement marks a pivotal moment in the country’s efforts to enhance human capital development. During a recent address, President Bio reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to the educational agenda, a…

By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter A teacher from the Kenema Government Secondary School was apprehended during a drug operation conducted by the Transnational Organised Crime Unit on Monday afternoon. The raid, which occurred at approximately 1:50 PM, was spearheaded by Detective Sergeant 9441 Kamara following actionable intelligence. The suspect, identified as Ishmael Kallon, resides…

Freetown, August 6, 2025 — In response to the troubling increase in Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) across Sierra Leone, the government convened a crucial meeting with key stakeholders in Freetown. This session included representatives from various government ministries, civil society organizations, and development partners, all dedicated to addressing this critical issue. The meeting featured…

By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter Freetown, Sierra Leone — During the State Opening of the Third Session of the Sixth Parliament of the Second Republic, President Julius Maada Bio emphasized the urgent need for Sierra Leone to diminish its reliance on imported food and goods. He asserted that true national progress hinges on the…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, Daily Scope The Government of Sierra Leone has taken a significant step towards promoting digital inclusion by signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with a coalition of youth-led and community-based organizations. This strategic partnership aims to foster technology-driven development throughout the country. The signing ceremony took place at State House in…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter, Daily Scope Sierra Leone’s National Communications Authority (NatCA) has announced the rollout of free roaming services for travelers within West Africa, in line with the ECOWAS Roaming Protocol and the Abidjan Protocol. This initiative aims to lower the cost of cross-border telecommunications and enhance connectivity for Sierra Leonean travelers visiting select…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, Daily Scope The Ministry of Health and Sanitation has announced that Sierra Leone has achieved a notable exclusive breastfeeding rate of 54%, a significant milestone in the nation’s healthcare efforts. This achievement aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals and was highlighted during the observance of World Breastfeeding Week (WBW) 2025. This…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, Daily Scope In a significant move to ensure the 2026 Census message reaches every corner of Sierra Leone, Statistics Sierra Leone (Stats SL), in partnership with the Ministry of Information and Civic Education (MoICE), hosted a high-level roundtable on 5th August 2025 at the Youyi Building. Senior editors and producers from…