Politics

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S. Freetown Mayor Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr recently attended the historic inauguration of H.E. Dr. Cde. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, who has made history as Namibia’s first female president. The ceremony took place on Saturday, March 22, 2025, marking a significant milestone for female leadership in Africa. In a heartfelt message shared on her social…

Lover’s Groove In the charming town of Willow Creek, where cobblestone streets wound through quaint shops and fragrant bakeries, Ella ran her family’s flower shop, “Petals and Posies.” One sunny afternoon, while arranging a bouquet of vibrant sunflowers, she caught a glimpse of a tall figure through the window. It was a man in a…

Author: Brima Rawlings Koroma As Fourah Bay College, University of Sierra Leone, gears up for its Student Union Elections, the discourse surrounding the two leading factions, the Black Family and the White Family, has taken a contentious turn. The Black Family is poised to present the youngest candidates in the college’s history—a dynamic group of…

By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S In an exclusive interview with Daily Scope Newspaper, the management of the Freetown City Council (FCC) expressed their unwavering support for the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) investigation into the alleged diversion of public funds by Council staff. The investigation has garnered significant attention following the revelation of a corruption scandal involving…

VISION: A United, Viable and Sustainable Party Sarjoh Aziz Kamara is a visionary leader possessing integrity and led by a sense of purpose. He is a born leader familiar with solid administrative standards, a peacemaker and a unifier who believes in the power of collaboration and teamwork. He embodies the dynamism of the SLPP and…

By Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S In a significant meeting in Cape Town, South Africa, Sierra Leone’s Minister of Mines and Mineral Resources, Julius Daniel Mattai, engaged with Al Cook, Chief Executive Officer of De Beers Group. The meeting, held at the Westin Hotel’s East Pier room on the Harbour Edge Level, aimed to outline a…

By: Joseph Momoh, Reporter Bonthe District, Sierra Leone — U.S. Ambassador David Hunt held high-level discussions today with leaders from the ruling Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) and the opposition All People’s Congress (APC) in Bonthe District. The talks focused on advancing national unity, promoting democratic reforms, and fostering dialogue to strengthen peace and inclusivity…

By: Saidu Jalloh reporter  Freetown, — In a significant turn of events, Magistrate Santigie Bangura of Pademba Road Court No. 2 has mandated the appearance of former Finance Minister Patricia Laverly in court to answer charges stemming from her alleged assault of Tourism Minister Nabella Farida Tunis. This directive was issued on November 28, 2024,…

By: Joseph Momoh, Reporter Minister of Health Austin Demby hosted UK High Commissioner to Sierra Leone, Josephine Gauld, for a meeting focused on strengthening partnerships to improve health outcomes in the country. The discussions underscored the importance of collaboration between Sierra Leone and the UK in addressing pressing health challenges. The two officials explored strategies…