Archbishop Dr Thabo Makgoba of South Africa called for dropping the debt. “Debt is choking the countries of the Global South and denying us what we need for health and education. Please let us breathe.” Sierra Leone’s mounting public debt has reached alarming levels, with the country now spending 15 times more on debt servicing […]
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A new book by visual artist Ngadi Smart chronicles the effects of water poverty on communities across the West African country where around half of the population lives without access to clean water. By Daphne Chouliaraki Milner Water is life. And life is water. In Sierra Leone, communities across the country know this to be
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By Babatunde Rashid When the President speaks up for Africa, he is also speaking up for the needs and aspirations of people like Madam Lucy Sellu, a single-parent farmer in Kailahun District; like Sorie Demba Koroma, a teacher at the Movement of Faith Islamic Secondary School in Gbentu, Falaba District, and people like Alpha Sesay,
INTERVIEW. Elected to the UN Security Council, Sierra Leone wants to place the Sahel at the heart of the international agenda. Its vice-president deciphers the issues. A former United Nations official, Francophile, and graduate of Political Science, Bordeaux, Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh has been the vice-president of this small West African country since 2018. Interview by Viviane
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Through recent years, Judo in Schools activities organised in the cities of Freetown, Bo and Kabala have been a tremendous success, empowering hundreds of young people and fostering the growth of the sport across Sierra Leone. The organisers have been hosting regular school judo training camps with over 50 children participating every three months. These
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In the rural areas of Sierra Leone, Traditional Birth Attendants (TBAs) continue to advise women despite not being trained to deal with the many complications that can arise in pregnancy, such as bleeding after childbirth. By Amy Fox In Sierra Leone, the maternal mortality ratio improved from 1682 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2000 to 443
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The truth is that Sierra Leone is an extremely vibrant country that is actively reinventing itself, and the ability to witness this rebirth in real-time—alongside a pleasing year-round climate, fantastic food, friendly locals, and enchanting tropical scenery—makes it a compelling destination. By John Sizemore | July 31, 2024 | 2:05pm Photos by John SizemoreTRAVEL FEATURES SIERRA LEONE Sierra Leone
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The revelation that 3,000 out of 5,000 jobs could be at risk if the agreement is not approved highlights the significant socio-economic impact of the company’s operations. Ensuring that the Community Development Fund is effectively utilised for the benefit of local communities is crucial for maintaining trust and fostering long-term partnerships. The engagement between the
We know the challenges that beset the judiciary, but it must be empowered now, more than ever, to expedite the prosecution of those involved in these heinous activities. Swift and transparent legal proceedings will serve as a deterrent to others who may consider engaging in similar conduct. It is essential that justice is not only
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Sierra Leone’s geographical position presents a tapestry of challenges in maintaining secure borders. The nation shares porous boundaries with Guinea and Liberia, facilitating the illicit movement of goods and people. Border security is key to safeguarding a nation’s sovereignty and stability. Nowhere is this more evident than in Sierra Leone, where a strategic geographic location on
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