Surely we belong to Allah, and to Him shall we return. With deep sorrow, the family of the late Ali B. Kakay announces that he has been laid to rest on Saturday, October 5th, 2025, following Janazah prayers held at ISWA, 2701 Briggs Chaney Road, Silver Spring, MD 20905, at 12:00 PM. He was peacefully…
In Loving Memory of Mama Yirie Sillah (1919 – 2024)Aged 105 Years “Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His faithful servants.” – Psalm 116:15 With hearts filled with both sorrow and gratitude, the Sillah, Jawara, Yanka, Thoronka, and Sheriff families wish to announce that our beloved matriarch, Mama Yirie Sillah,…
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter The Honourable Fallah Kenawah Tengbeh, Member of Parliament for Kailahun District (Constituency 002), has expressed serious concerns regarding the recent actions of the Guinean Armed Forces (GAF). On September 30, 2025, the GAF raised a Guinean national flag approximately 30 meters beyond the borders of Yenga village, near an…
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter On October 2, 2025, the leadership of the Ministry of Health (MoH) conducted a comprehensive inspection of the newly constructed Maternity Centre of Excellence, preparing for its upcoming official commissioning. The inspection was led by Chief Medical Officer Dr. Sartie Kenneh, who, accompanied by senior officials, toured the state-of-the-art…
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter Sierra Leone is accelerating its digital transformation efforts with an investment exceeding $200 million from the government and development partners, as announced by Salima M. Bah, Minister of Communication, Technology, and Innovation. Speaking on September 30, 2025, during the Civic Day Series in the United States, Minister Bah highlighted…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs (MTCA), in partnership with the Sierra Leone Economic Diversification Project (SLEDP), has launched its Nature-Based Digital Ecotourism Training program in Kono District, reinforcing its dedication to sustainable tourism and capacity building. The training took place at the District Council Hall and was…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter The Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority (SLRSA) and the Sierra Leone Standards Bureau (SLSB) have announced a strategic partnership aimed at improving the quality assurance and safety standards for imported vehicle spare parts. This collaboration represents a significant advancement in enhancing road safety, minimizing preventable accidents, and promoting national…
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter Sierra Leone’s Vice President, Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh, has praised teachers as the foundational pillars of nation-building, emphasizing their vital role in shaping the country’s future. Speaking at the 2025 Presidential National Best Teacher Awards ceremony at the University of Makeni on Saturday, October 4, Dr. Jalloh stated, “Every…
By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter, Daily Scope Dr. Moses Tiffa Baio, the Chief Immigration Officer of Sierra Leone, emphasized that “a passport is primarily a travel document, not necessarily proof of nationality” as he announced significant reforms at the Immigration Department aimed at modernizing services and improving passport delivery. These changes include plans to transition the…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Reporter, Daily Scope The Directorate of Hospital and Ambulance Services has officially launched the country’s inaugural National Hospital Technical Working Group (TWG), marking a significant advancement in hospital governance and healthcare service delivery. This newly formed TWG unites senior officials from the Ministry of Health, medical superintendents, hospital administrators, and representatives from…
