Trump Implements 10% Tariff on Sierra Leone Goods Amid Trade Policy Overhaul

By: Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, D.S In a significant shift in trade policy, President Donald Trump has announced a 10 percent reciprocal tariff on all goods imported from Sierra Leone, part of his overarching “Liberation Day” trade initiative designed to recalibrate U.S. trade relationships. The President stated that countries imposing tariffs on U.S. goods would be…

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U.S. Embassy in Freetown Seeks Quotations from Qualified Shipping Companies for Air Freight Services

By: Joseph Momoh, Reporter, Daily Scope The United States Embassy in Freetown is inviting qualified shipping companies specializing in air freight and transportation services to submit quotations for a new contract opportunity. According to the Embassy’s announcement, interested parties must provide a comprehensive quotation along with all required documents as specified in the request. The…

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University Lecturer Accused of Selling Matrimonial Property Amid Domestic Rights Controversy

By: Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, Daily Scope A lecturer at the University of Sierra Leone, Mr. Sallieu Koroma, is facing serious allegations of selling a matrimonial property without the consent of his wife, Madam Haja Adama Koroma. This incident has raised significant concerns surrounding domestic rights and the legal protections afforded to spouses in Sierra Leone….

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67 of 71 Disasters in 2025 Tied to Fire Incidents, NDMA Issues Urgent Warning

By: Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, Daily Scope The National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) has issued a stark warning following a dramatic increase in fire-related incidents across Sierra Leone. In the first quarter of 2025, 67 out of 71 recorded disasters were attributed to fire outbreaks, representing an alarming 94% of all reported incidents. This concerning statistic…

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NMSA Issues Strong Warning Against Sale of Free Health Care Drugs to Protect Public Access

By: Joseph Momoh, Reporter, D.S The Managing Director of the National Medical Supplies Agency (NMSA), Jatu J. Abdulai, has issued a stern warning that anyone caught selling drugs under the Free Health Care initiative will face legal repercussions. During a media briefing at the NMSA’s headquarters in Murray Town, Freetown, Abdulai emphasized the significance of…

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Police Uncover Major Cannabis Farm in Bo District During Joint Operation

By: Joseph Momoh, Reporter, D.S The Sierra Leone Police have uncovered a substantial cannabis farm in Kpatema Village, Kpadebu Section, Kakua Chiefdom, Bo District, following a joint operation involving officers from the Operations Support Division (OSD) and Bo West Division. This operation aimed to eradicate illegal drug activities in the region. Reports indicate that the…

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Sierra Leone and Guinea Enhance Border Clarity with New Documentation

By: Joseph Momoh, Reporter, D.S Sierra Leone and Guinea have submitted legal, administrative, and cartographic documents to clarify their land and maritime boundaries, with support from the German Cooperation through GIZ under the African Union Border Program (AUBP). The documentation was presented during the Third Joint Technical Commission meetings held in Kailahun District from March…

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