Sierra Leone
Politics may worsen Sierra Leone's economic weaknesses
Two opposition figures were arrested in early July as protesters took to the streets in reaction to rising living costs
Sierra LeoneSierra Leone's economy creates challenges for SLPP
Petrol prices have increased 50% since March and food inflation sits at nearly 23%
Sierra LeoneSierra Leone ruling party looks to weaken opposition
The ruling SLPP party has designated President Bio as its flagbearer for the 2023 election
Sierra LeoneWest African governments will struggle with unrest
The region's economic recovery in 2021 has been accompanied by growing social unrest and rising security threats
West AfricaSierra Leone opposition divisions bolster ruling party
An emergency meeting of the opposition All People’s Congress (APC) party follows bitter factional infighting
Sierra LeoneWest Africa’s single currency faces political hurdles
The new date for the launch of West Africa’s single currency, the ‘eco’, is now set for 2027
West AfricaMining deals should boost Sierra Leonean government
The government agreed to a settlement with SL Mining, while the Tonkolili mine re-started shipments in January
Sierra LeoneGuinean Ebola cases will raise fears of wider spread
A new Ebola outbreak was declared over the weekend
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