Politics
Progress Stalled: Only 39% of Sierra Leone’s Election Reform Recommendations Implemented
By Saidu Jalloh, D.S. Reporter Freetown, Sierra Leone – On September 3, 2025, the Civil Society Organisation (CSO) Coordinating Committee visited the Tripartite Steering Committee Secretariat to address pertinent issues regarding the implementation of electoral reform recommendations and to explore avenues for enhanced collaboration. The primary objective of the visit was to evaluate the status…
Dr. Ibrahim Bangura Sets the Stage for APC Leadership Bid in Bo
Bo, Sierra Leone – In a significant move ahead of the upcoming national elections, Dr. Ibrahim Bangura has formally declared his candidacy for the All People’s Congress (APC) flagbearer position. The announcement, made during a rally in Bo, drew a large crowd of enthusiastic supporters eager to witness this pivotal moment in Sierra Leone’s political…
Minister of Employment Engages Sierra Leone Brewery Workforce Amid Ownership Transition
By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Freetown, August 19, 2025 — Sierra Leone Brewery Limited (SLBL), a subsidiary of Heineken, has officially agreed to transfer its ownership to Sierra Bottling Group (SBG), part of the African Bottling Group Limited (ABG). This transition follows a series of consultative meetings involving the brewery’s management, the Ministry of Employment,…
Obituary Announcement: of Mrs. Kadijah Sheriff
In Loving Memory of Mrs. Kadijah Sheriff5th February 1984 – 18th August 2025 It is with deep sorrow that the Sheriff and Kuyateh families announce the passing of their beloved wife, mother, daughter, and sister. Mrs. Kadijah Sheriff departed this life on Monday, 18th August 2025, at the age of 41. Janazah prayers will be…
MoTA Transfers Pedestrian Bridges and Traffic Signals to SLRA, Enhancing Urban Mobility
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope The Ministry of Transport and Aviation (MoTA) has officially transferred newly completed pedestrian bridges and traffic signal systems to the Sierra Leone Roads Authority (SLRA), representing a crucial advancement in road safety and urban mobility in Freetown. The handover ceremony took place on Friday at the Ministry’s Conference Room in…
Opinion: Why Everything Costs More: The Heavy Price of Being Sierra Leonean
By: Daniel O. Wah My dear youths, Your cries of frustration echo through our communities, social media, and marketplaces: Why is Sierra Leone drowning in the highest prices in Africa? From cement and iron rods to airline tickets and even something as cheap as the new Saily eSIM cards, our people pay a punishing premium….
Government Exonerates 37 APC Members in Accordance with National Unity Agreement
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S In a significant move towards fostering national reconciliation, the Government of Sierra Leone, through the Office of the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, announced today, August 12, 2025, the exoneration of 37 individuals previously associated with the opposition All People’s Congress (APC) Party. This notice came in the form…
National Conference Celebrates International Youth Day with Focus on Empowerment
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, D.S. The Ministry of Youth Affairs, in partnership with key stakeholders, convened a National Conference at the Bintumani International Conference Centre to celebrate International Youth Day. This year’s theme, “Youth Empowerment Through Agriculture, Skills, and Innovation for a Sustainable Future,” underscored the pivotal role of youth in national development. Minister of…
Mayor Aki-Sawyerr Leads Panel on Political Party Development in Accra
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter Accra, Ghana – Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr of Freetown City chaired an influential panel discussion titled “Political Party Development: Building Partnerships with Think Tanks and Academia” at the All African Political Parties Summit. This significant conference aimed at fostering unity among political leaders across the continent. The event featured contributions from Amb…
‼️From Civil Society to Evil Society: The Story of Our So‑Called Watchdogs‼️
By Dr Doma In any true democracy, civil society is meant to be the voice of the people and the watchdog that keeps government on its toes.But in Sierra Leone, that watchdog seems to have turned into something else entirely.Civil society was supposed to check power but many of its members now look more like cheerleaders…