By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter Musa “Seaport” Kamara, 27, and Cecilia Briggs, 24, appeared in Pademba Court No. 2 to face allegations related to a $30,000 Canadian visa fraud scheme. The pair has been charged with three counts: obtaining money by false pretenses, conspiracy to defraud, and possession of passports for unlawful purposes. According…
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope ReporterFreetown, Sierra Leone – 20th September 2025 – Statistics Sierra Leone (Stats SL) is poised to launch an important ten-day nationwide training program for field officers as part of its preparations for the upcoming 2026 Population and Housing Census. This initiative is crucial for the national cartographic mapping exercise, a…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter Sierra Leone showcased its commitment to peace education during the UNESCO International Policy Training on Addressing Violent Pasts through Education, held in Poland from September 15 to 20, 2025. The Sierra Leonean delegation played a pivotal role in promoting the integration of peace education into national policies, emphasizing the…
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter In a concerted effort to ensure a peaceful and credible rescheduling of the Paramount Chieftaincy Election, Sierra Leonean authorities engaged with key stakeholders in Tunkia Chiefdom on Saturday, September 20, 2025. The meeting, led by CSP Bob Musa Nazlic Mansaray, Local Unit Commander of the Kenema Division, brought together…
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter20th September 2025 The government has triumphed in its bid to host the Pan Africa Hash (PAH) 2027, following a competitive selection process held in Ghana that involved representatives from 34 African nations. This significant achievement establishes Freetown as the official host city, marking a pivotal moment for the Sierra…
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter In a significant milestone for gender equality and renewable energy, 200 young women graduated today from the #SHINESALONE Project, completing an intensive training program in solar installation. The graduation ceremony celebrated the culmination of months of hands-on learning and technical instruction aimed at equipping participants with essential skills for…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter On September 18, 2025, President Julius Maada Bio officially inaugurated the Sewa Grounds Market, a modern facility strategically located in the heart of Freetown’s Central Business District. This initiative aims to alleviate street trading issues while providing a secure environment for local vendors. Developed by the National Social Security…
By Joseph Momoh, Daily Scope Reporter The U.S. Embassy in Freetown has officially announced the resignation of Ambassador Bryan D. Hunt, effective September 17, 2025. Citing personal reasons related to family medical considerations, Ambassador Hunt will not be returning to Sierra Leone. In a public notice issued on Thursday, the Embassy confirmed that Chargé d’Affaires…
By Kadijatu Bangura, Daily Scope Reporter The inaugural Sierra Leone-Canada Trade and Investment Summit commenced today in Toronto, with First Lady Dr. Fatima Maada Bio leading the charge as the Grand Chief Patron. In her keynote address, she emphasized that empowering women is essential for driving Sierra Leone’s economic growth and fostering global partnerships. Organized…
By Saidu Jalloh, Daily Scope Reporter An audit conducted by the Audit Service Sierra Leone (ASSL) has exposed significant irregularities in the disbursement of NLe 275,000 allocated to assist 200 youth beneficiaries under the Freetown City Council’s Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) scheme from 2021 to August 2023. This raises critical concerns regarding transparency and…
