Sierra Leone

Sierra Leone attacks were a failed coup attempt, officials say
Information minister says 13 military officers arrested in relation to the weekend assault in capital Freetown.
Published On 28 Nov 2023
Uneasy calm in Sierra Leone as Freetown uprising reveals underlying tension
Sunday’s attacks came as deep resentment swells among Sierra Leoneans feeling the bite of a flailing economy.
Published On 28 Nov 2023
Twenty killed in Sierra Leone attack on military barracks, army says
President says most of the leaders arrested after attack on military barracks and prisons in the West African nation.
Published On 27 Nov 2023
Sierra Leone president says ‘most leaders’ of unrest arrested
The government says it is in full control following an armed attack in the capital and a nationwide curfew.
Published On 26 Nov 2023

Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio claims ‘calm restored’ after government said the attack was repelled.

President Julius Maada Bio discusses whether the region’s military takeovers represent a threat to his country.

The Turkish operator Karpower is one of three sources of electricity to Sierra Leone’s capital city.

Africa, which contributes just 4 percent of global CO2 emissions, will suffer the most from climate change.

Many people said they were relieved at the peaceful atmosphere after electoral tensions and fears of violence.

Election commission says Julius Maada Bio secured 56.17 percent of votes, challenger Samura Kamara rejects results.

Bio, 59, is seeking a second term and is seen as the frontrunner in the race for the Sierra Leone presidency.

One person was severely wounded after police surrounded the APC headquarters during a post-election news conference.

Voting is under way in tightly contested presidential and parliamentary elections amid a cost-of-living crisis.

The June 24 vote is the fifth since the end of the civil war in 2002 and held amid high unemployment and inflation.

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