Sierra Leone

  • Jun 28, 2023
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Sierra Leone election concerns may widen polarisation

The electoral commission yesterday declared that President Julius Maada Bio won re-election

Sierra Leone
  • Jun 21, 2023
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Post-electoral protest is possible in Sierra Leone

The opposition has organised demonstrations against the electoral commission ahead of the June 24 general elections

Sierra Leone
  • May 2, 2023
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Sierra Leonean President Bio is poised for re-election

President Julius Maada Bio has concluded an electoral alliance with the opposition National Grand Coalition party

Sierra Leone
  • Dec 23, 2022
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Electoral changes may boost Sierra Leone ruling party

Parliament has adopted a system of proportional representation for next year's elections

Sierra Leone
  • Sep 16, 2022
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Fallout from Sierra Leone protests may deepen tensions

Violent protests on August 10 in Freetown and other cities were followed by a severe government crackdown

Sierra Leone
  • Aug 11, 2022
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Sierra Leone protests sets precedent for the region

Several protesters and police officers were yesterday killed in major protests over cost of living issues

Sierra Leone
  • Jul 14, 2022
  • 7 min read

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 Leone
  • May 5, 2022
  • 7 min read

Sierra Leone's economy creates challenges for SLPP

Petrol prices have increased 50% since March and food inflation sits at nearly 23%

Sierra Leone