By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter The Ministry of Health has made a strong case for increased financing at the FY2027 Bilateral Budget Discussions held at the Miatta Civic Centre, Youyi Building, calling for more investment to sustain health gains. The Ministry is requesting NLe341.27 million in recurrent funding for FY2027 against a budget ceiling…
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (MAFS) and the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) have validated a National Agricultural Insurance Policy to protect farmers from economic losses and guarantee access to finance. The validation took place Tuesday at the Bintumani Hotel in Freetown. Speaking at the ceremony,…
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter ABUJA, September 21, 2026 — The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has commenced its second Startup Awards, with 60 startups from across West Africa including Sierra Leone competing for $65,000 in seed funding and access to $5 million in potential investment deals. The 10-day event, which opened…
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter BOSTON, Saturday, September 20, 2026 — First Lady of Sierra Leone, Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, has been honoured by two of the world’s most prestigious universities, Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), for her outstanding leadership and service to Africa. The honour was conferred at the…
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter FREETOWN, Saturday, September 20, 2026 — The Government has opened direct engagement with the management of Marampa Mines over mounting financial challenges threatening the company’s operations. According to the Ministry of Mines and Mineral Resources, the talks focused on the key constraints affecting the company’s operations and practical measures…
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter FREETOWN, Saturday, September 20, 2026 — The Government has intensified efforts to ensure children’s surgical services continue uninterrupted as Connaught Hospital prepares for a major renovation of its surgical theatre. The Directorate of Hospital and Ambulance Services (DHAS) says it is strengthening paediatric surgical care at the Julius Maada…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter FREETOWN, Saturday, September 20, 2026 — A shop assistant accused of stealing Le 30,000 from his employer has been remanded at the Male Correctional Facility in Freetown after his initial court appearance. The accused, Abu Bakarr Fornah, was arraigned before Magistrate John Manso Fornah at Pademba Road Court No….
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter ACCRA, Saturday, September 20, 2026 — Sierra Leone’s National Revenue Authority (NRA) has taken centre stage at Africa’s biggest tax forum, pushing for bold reforms on digital taxation and winning continental recognition for its contribution to regional tax cooperation. The NRA made a strong impression at the 23rd General…
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter FREETOWN, Wednesday, September 17, 2026 – The National Civil Registration Authority (NCRA) has issued free National ID Cards to 100 inmates at the Sierra Leone Correctional Centre in Freetown in commemoration of International Identity Day. The ceremony, held in partnership with the Sierra Leone Correctional Service, marks the first…
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter FREETOWN, Wednesday, September 17, 2026 — A Freetown man has been arraigned before Magistrate Court No. 2 at Pademba Road on allegations of stealing household and event property valued at Le54,150. The accused appeared before the court to answer to theft charges involving property belonging to Hajarath Soko Sesay….
