By Elizabeth A. Kaine Sierra Leone has recently been spotlighted in a World Bank report as one of Africa’s most at-risk countries for food insecurity. This alarming designation highlights a pressing issue that resonates deeply within our communities: the fragility of our transport infrastructure and its direct impact on food availability. The report, titled “Transport…
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, Daily Scope In a significant move to ensure the 2026 Census message reaches every corner of Sierra Leone, Statistics Sierra Leone (Stats SL), in partnership with the Ministry of Information and Civic Education (MoICE), hosted a high-level roundtable on 5th August 2025 at the Youyi Building. Senior editors and producers from…
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter The Kamara family is engulfed in grief and suspicion following the unexpected death of Mohamed Kamara, a Sierra Leonean national who passed away less than 24 hours after returning from the United States on July 22, 2025. Family members have lodged a formal complaint with the Bo Police Division,…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, D.S. BudgIT Sierra Leone has issued a stark warning regarding the country’s escalating wage bill and ongoing budget deficit, highlighting the detrimental impact these issues have on the delivery of essential services and sustainable development efforts. In a comprehensive analysis, BudgIT Sierra Leone pointed out that a significant portion of the…
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter The United Nations (UN) has appointed Jeneba J. Bangura, the Commissioner General of Sierra Leone’s National Revenue Authority (NRA), to its prestigious Committee of Experts on International Cooperation in Tax Matters. This announcement was made by UN Secretary-General António Guterres in a press release dated July 30, 2025. Bangura’s…
By Joseph Momoh, Reporter, D.S. The Government of Sierra Leone, in partnership with the United States Embassy in Freetown, is set to launch a public awareness campaign aimed at educating citizens about the risks associated with overstaying visas in the United States. This initiative was discussed during a recent meeting between Chernor Bah, the Minister…
August 1st, 2025 Under the distinguished patronage of His Excellency Professor Faustin-Archange Touadéra, President of the Central African Republic, Mr. Tony O. Elumelu, Group Chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA) and Founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, delivered the keynote address at the African Caucus of Governors of the World Bank and IMF, held…
By Saidu Jalloh, D.S. Reporter The Ministry of Communication, Technology, and Innovation (MoCTI) has officially welcomed Paul Hingha Tucker as its new Deputy Minister. His appointment was marked by an engaging session that showcased his dedication to public service and appreciation for the Ministry’s ongoing initiatives. During his inaugural address, Tucker expressed admiration for Minister…
By Joseph Momoh, D.S. Reporter In a recent parliamentary session, Aaron Aruna Koroma, the Deputy Leader of the All People’s Congress (APC), raised significant concerns regarding the supplementary budget presented by Finance Minister Sheku Fantamadi Bangura. Koroma highlighted a dramatic increase in funding for the Chief Minister’s Office, led by David Moininia Sengeh, which escalated…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter The Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority (SLRSA) has unveiled a Mobile Licensing Vehicle (MLV) designed to enhance the accessibility and efficiency of vehicle licensing services nationwide. The launch event, held at the Youyi Building, was officiated by Deputy Minister of Transport and Aviation, Mr. Rex Bhonafa. In his remarks,…
