New York City March 10, 2026 Isata Mahoi, Sierra Leone’s Minister of Gender and Children’s Affairs, has called for transformative action to ensure that justice is a tangible reality for women and girls, rather than merely a constitutional commitment. Speaking at the Ministerial Round Table on Access to Justice for Women and Girls during the…
By Saidu Jalloh, D.S. Reporter The Guma Valley Water Company (GVWC), supported by the African Legal Support Facility (ALSF) of the African Development Bank (AfDB), has successfully concluded a three-day Public-Private Partnership (PPP) training workshop aimed at bolstering Sierra Leone’s water infrastructure. The workshop took place from March 2-4, 2026, at the Swiss Hotel in…
By Joseph Momoh, D.S. Reporter The Non-Tax Revenue Department of the National Revenue Authority (NRA) has sealed the business premises of Diakem Investment, located at 26 Adelaide Street in Freetown, due to an outstanding non-tax revenue debt of Le162,053.00. This enforcement action was initiated after the company failed to address its payment obligations for ISP/WIMAX…
By Saidu Jalloh, D.S. Reporter The Minister of Local Government and Community Affairs, Tamba Lamina, has stepped in to tackle the financial and administrative hurdles plaguing the Freetown City Council. These challenges have hampered the council’s ability to deliver essential services, particularly in sanitation, due to restricted access to operational funds. Concerns regarding sanitation in…
By Kadijatu Bangura, D.S. Reporter In a significant development for agricultural enhancement in Sierra Leone, the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (MAFS) presented the outcomes of the second year of the Rice Productivity Improvement Project (RPIP) at the 3rd Joint Coordinating Committee (JCC) Meeting held on March 5, 2026. This project, funded by the…
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S Authorities in Bo have apprehended a truck and two vans allegedly involved in the illicit transportation of palm oil believed to have been siphoned from shipments of Socfin Agricultural Company (SL) Ltd., a prominent producer operating in Sahn Malen. Sources indicate that this incident is connected to a suspected theft…
By Joseph Momoh, D.S. Reporter March 5, 2026 The second wave of adventurers in the renowned Budapest-Bamako-Freetown Rally has officially entered Sierra Leone through the Gbalamuya border in Kambia. The convoy consists of 492 participants driving 203 vehicles, including motorbikes, and is set to spend the night at the picturesque Bureh Beach. Upon arrival at…
By Saidu Jalloh, D.S. Reporter BERLIN, Germany Sierra Leone’s “Mini Gastronomy and Cultural Day” was a remarkable highlight at ITB Berlin 2026, showcasing the country’s culinary heritage and cultural richness. The event not only celebrated food but also reshaped perceptions of Sierra Leone as a travel destination for the German market, captivating the attention of…
By Kadijatu Bangura, D.S. Reporter The Government of Sierra Leone has secured a substantial €12 million economic empowerment initiative funded by the European Union, aimed at enhancing small businesses and agricultural enterprises in Bo, Kenema, and Kailahun Districts. Dubbed the “Salone Access to Finance Project,” this initiative features a €6 million grant facility designed to…
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter Freetown, March 4, 2026 Media Tech Company’s CEO, Mr. Walid, has made a significant contribution to public safety by donating 20 smart solar street lights to the Sierra Leone Police (SLP) as part of the company’s corporate social responsibility initiatives. During the donation ceremony, Mr. Walid emphasized that the…
