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By Joseph Momoh, Reporter, D.S In a groundbreaking move aimed at empowering its workforce and promoting long-term sustainability, Orange Sierra Leone has launched an Employee Shareholder Program, enabling staff to become part-owners of the company. The initiative was announced during a high-level Town Hall Meeting at the company’s Hill Station headquarters on Monday, May 26,…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S Freetown, Vice President Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh officially inaugurated the Annual General Scientific Meeting of the Pediatric Association of Sierra Leone, highlighting the urgent issue of childhood malnutrition. Themed “Breaking the Cycle: Ending Childhood Malnutrition in Sierra Leone,” the event underscores the government’s commitment to addressing this critical public health challenge….

By Kadijatu Bangura reporter D.S The Minister of Transport and Aviation, Alhaji Fanday Turay, has addressed the ongoing controversy surrounding the $25 security fee at Freetown’s airport, clarifying that the fee falls under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, not his own. In a recent interview, Minister Turay stated, “The $25 fee is…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, Daily Scope Newspaper On Sunday evening, June 1, 2021, a three-story building collapsed at Lumley Regent Pentagon Junction, displacing numerous residents and trapping many individuals beneath the rubble. Emergency response efforts are currently underway, with search and rescue teams actively working at the scene. Authorities believe that several people may still…

By Elizabeth A Kaine In an exclusive interview, Daily Scope Newspaper spoke with local market vendors and residents in Freetown to discuss the challenges they face during the rainy season. As the heavy rains begin, the bustling markets transform into chaotic scenes, revealing a pressing concern: unhygienic conditions that threaten both public health and local…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S. A young man has suffered severe injuries, including the loss of vision in one eye, following an alleged acid attack by his girlfriend during a heated argument in Koidu City. Local reports indicate that the victim was attacked when acid was thrown directly at his face, resulting in extensive burns…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S. A total of 298 Sierra Leonean home-based Hajj pilgrims have safely arrived at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah. The group landed on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at 4:40 AM KSA time via Egypt Air. Upon arrival, the pilgrims were warmly welcomed by His Excellency Ambassador Mohammed S….

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S. The Minister of Youth Affairs, Hon. Ibrahim Sannoh, has collaborated with the Campaign for Human Rights and Development International (CHRDI) to address pressing human rights issues affecting young people in Sierra Leone. During a recent meeting, CHRDI’s Executive Director, Mr. Andrew Fatorma, presented the organization’s latest Human Rights Monitoring Visitation…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S. The Electoral Commission for Sierra Leone (ECSL) officially inaugurated its state-of-the-art Ultra-Modern Media Center on May 28, 2024, at its headquarters in Tower Hill, Freetown. Designed with cutting-edge technology, the media center aims to host a variety of events that meet international standards. Chief Electoral Commissioner Mohamed Konneh expressed gratitude…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S. The Government of the United Arab Emirates has donated 20,000 doses of Mpox vaccine to Sierra Leone to bolster the country’s efforts in responding to the ongoing disease outbreak. Sierra Leone’s Ambassador to the UAE, Rashid Sesay, expressed gratitude for the timely donation, stating, “On behalf of His Excellency President…