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By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter Dr. Henry Musa Kpaka, the Minister of Agriculture, has been actively engaging with stakeholders in Kenema District as part of a nationwide field tour in anticipation of World Food Day and the second anniversary of the Feed Salone initiative. During his visit, Minister Kpaka met with farmers, local authorities,…

By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter The U.S. Embassy in Freetown has announced significant reductions in its public operations and communications following the federal government shutdown that began on Monday. The shutdown was triggered by Congress’s failure to pass a funding measure necessary to keep government operations running. In a statement, the Embassy indicated that…

By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter Orange Sierra Leone Women (OSL Women) recently gathered leaders, healthcare professionals, and community members for a one-day seminar titled “OSL Women Wellbeing.” The event aimed to enhance awareness and foster support for pressing health issues affecting women. The seminar featured a series of impactful addresses addressing critical topics, including…

By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has successfully secured over 10,000 bags of locally produced rice for the Strategic Grain Reserve located in Kobia, Kambia District. During a site visit on Friday, Agriculture Minister Dr. Henry Musa Kpaka emphasized that this initiative is part of a broader strategy…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter A technical mission from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has initiated discussions with Sierra Leonean officials regarding the potential unlocking of $210 million from the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF). This funding aims to support long-term structural reforms addressing climate change and enhancing national resilience. The RSF is an…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter A leading legal authority in Sierra Leone has lauded the Chief Justice for promptly placing Court of Appeal Justice Mohamed Momoh Jah-Stevens on administrative leave, a move described as a “bold decision” aimed at dismantling the pervasive “culture of impunity” within the judiciary. Basita Michael, a prominent lawyer and…

By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter Kambia, September 30, 2025 – The Masera Thenkle village in Kambia District has recently received a significant boost in energy access through the Lite Salone Project, funded by Ireland. This initiative aims to provide sustainable and clean energy to rural communities in the region. Currently in its pilot phase,…

By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter Washington, D.C., September 30, 2025 – President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone has actively advocated for increased U.S. investment in his country, positioning Sierra Leone as one of Africa’s most promising and underexplored opportunities for business. During the U.S.-Sierra Leone Business Roundtable organized by the Corporate Council on…

By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter The Sierra Leone Correctional Service (SLCS), the Ministry of Defence, and the Sierra Leone Police have presented their budget proposals for the 2026 fiscal year, emphasizing plans for significant recruitment and technological advancements aimed at enhancing national security. The budget presentations were made during ongoing discussions at the Ministry…

By Joseph Momoh, D.S. Reporter Minister of Agriculture Dr. Henry Musa Kpaka recently visited the Mamuntha and Magbass rice farms in the Tonkolili District as part of his nationwide field tour leading up to this year’s World Food Day celebration and the second anniversary of the Feed Salone initiative. During his visit, Dr. Kpaka engaged…