By: Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S Freetown, April 3, 2025 – The Environment Protection Agency of Sierra Leone officially launched the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC 3.0), the National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP), and the National Pollutant Inventory (NPI) Development Processes on Thursday at the Atlantic Lumley Hotel. The launch event gathered key representatives from…
By: Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S Freetown – The Parliament of Sierra Leone has officially commissioned a newly refurbished access ramp and pedestrian walkway designed to improve accessibility for persons with disabilities. The reconstruction project, executed by the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), was unveiled on Tuesday, receiving widespread appreciation from parliamentary leadership. The…
By: Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S Freetown – The courtroom at Pademba Road Court No. 2 was filled with palpable tension as 28-year-old Adekalie Conteh stood silently in the dock, facing serious allegations that have sent shockwaves through his community. A rising businessman, Conteh is now at the center of a harrowing murder case that has…
By: Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter D.S The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, in partnership with the National Tourist Board, has issued a stern warning to several beach bars, threatening immediate closure for failing to meet operational criteria. These popular beachfront establishments, known for their vibrant atmospheres and contribution to local tourism, have been cited for…
By: Joseph Momoh, Reporter D.S Freetown – Mark Watts, the Executive Director of C40 Cities, has unveiled a $100,000 grant aimed at studying urban heat impacts in Freetown. The announcement was made during a press conference held on April 2, 2025, at the Freetown City Council (FCC) Headquarters on Wallace Johnson Street. Watts is currently…
Sarjoh Aziz-Kamara has declared his bid for SLPP National Secretary General at Committee Room 1 in Parliament. During the engagement with SLPP members of parliament, he presented his comprehensive action plan for the party, pointing out the 4Rs: Respect, recognition, reward, and result, which clearly resonate with the party’s core values. His vision for the…
By: Joseph Momoh, Reporter, Daily Scope The Domestic Tax Department (DTD), under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner Edwin Conteh, convened a strategic meeting with tax consultants this week, aiming to enhance compliance with tax obligations ahead of the impending April deadline. During the meeting, the primary focus was clear: consultants must ensure their clients file…
By: Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, Daily Scope In a significant advancement for Sierra Leone’s legal and economic landscape, Deputy Minister of Justice Madam Saptieu Saccoh has unveiled new Intellectual Property (IP) regulations in the House of Parliament. This initiative aims to strengthen the protection of local creators and businesses while fostering innovation across the nation. The…
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…
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…
