Sierra Leone

Country Sierra Leone
Capital Freetown
Continent Africa
Currency Leone(SLL)
Languages English, Temne, Mende & Krio

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Democracy is slowly being reestablished after the civil war from 1991 to 2002 that resulted in tens of thousands of deaths and the displacement of more than 2 million people (about one-third of the population). The military, which took over full responsibility for security following the departure of UN peacekeepers at the end of 2005, is increasingly developing as a guarantor of the country's stability. The armed forces remained on the sideline during the 2007 presidential election, but still look to the UN Integrated Office in Sierra Leone (UNIOSIL) - a civilian UN mission - to support efforts to consolidate peace. The new government's priorities include furthering development, creating jobs, and stamping out endemic corruption.

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Sierra Leone - Wikipedia
Sierra Leone - CIA World Fact Book
Sierra Leone - BBC
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BU shares disaster management expertise with national agency in Sierra Leone - Bournemouth UniversityBU shares disaster management expertise with national agency in Sierra Leone  Bournemouth University

Sex-based disparities in asthma prevalence in Sierra Leone - BMC Pulmonary MedicineSex-based disparities in asthma prevalence in Sierra Leone  BMC Pulmonary Medicine

Sierra Leone - Welcome to the United NationsSierra Leone  Welcome to the United Nations

Noor Dubai Foundation and Choithrams Mark Completion of First Cataract Surgery Outreach Cycle in Sierra Leone - Africa24 TVNoor Dubai Foundation and Choithrams Mark Completion of First Cataract Surgery Outreach Cycle in Sierra Leone  Africa24 TV

Goals and Highlights: Sierra Leone 0-1 Burkina Faso in the 2026 World Cup African Qualifiers - VAVEL.comGoals and Highlights: Sierra Leone 0-1 Burkina Faso in the 2026 World Cup African Qualifiers  VAVEL.com

Sierra Leone islanders despair as rising ocean threatens survival - The HinduSierra Leone islanders despair as rising ocean threatens survival  The Hindu

IRC closes country programme in Sierra Leone after 26 years of service - International Rescue CommitteeIRC closes country programme in Sierra Leone after 26 years of service  International Rescue Committee

Air Sierra Leone opts for Moment’s Flymingo Box to launch W-IFE on board - inflight-online.comAir Sierra Leone opts for Moment’s Flymingo Box to launch W-IFE on board  inflight-online.com

In Sierra Leone, child labour leaves childhoods on hold - UnicefIn Sierra Leone, child labour leaves childhoods on hold  Unicef

2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Sierra Leone - U.S. Department of State (.gov)2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Sierra Leone  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Not just fun: How play therapy supports children’s mental health in Sierra Leone - Doctors Without BordersNot just fun: How play therapy supports children’s mental health in Sierra Leone  Doctors Without Borders

Namibia v Sierra Leone | Match Highlights | ICC Women's T20 WC Africa Qualifier Division 1 - ICCNamibia v Sierra Leone | Match Highlights | ICC Women's T20 WC Africa Qualifier Division 1  ICC

India to provide $990,000 funding support to Sierra Leone for project for differently abled persons - Deccan HeraldIndia to provide $990,000 funding support to Sierra Leone for project for differently abled persons  Deccan Herald

Sierra Leone health workers line up for mpox jab amid growing outbreak - Gavi, the Vaccine AllianceSierra Leone health workers line up for mpox jab amid growing outbreak  Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

Kazakhstan, Sierra Leone Forge Closer Diplomatic and Economic Ties - The Astana TimesKazakhstan, Sierra Leone Forge Closer Diplomatic and Economic Ties  The Astana Times

Insufficient testing allows Sierra Leone’s mpox outbreak to surge - NatureInsufficient testing allows Sierra Leone’s mpox outbreak to surge  Nature

From diagnosis to dialogue, data to action: SoD training empowers Sierra Leone’s democracy stakeholders - International IDEAFrom diagnosis to dialogue, data to action: SoD training empowers Sierra Leone’s democracy stakeholders  International IDEA

How Sierra Leone beat back mpox - The EconomistHow Sierra Leone beat back mpox  The Economist

Socio-demographic factors associated with incomplete vaccination or non-vaccination among children aged 12–23 months in Sierra Leone - BMC Public HealthSocio-demographic factors associated with incomplete vaccination or non-vaccination among children aged 12–23 months in Sierra Leone  BMC Public Health

India-Africa Ties: Sierra Leone Backs India’s Anti-Terror Stand, Urges African Unity - Deccan HeraldIndia-Africa Ties: Sierra Leone Backs India’s Anti-Terror Stand, Urges African Unity  Deccan Herald

From diamonds to dirt: Sierra Leone youth bring land back to life - UN NewsFrom diamonds to dirt: Sierra Leone youth bring land back to life  UN News

Two New World Bank Reports Offer Roadmap for Sierra Leone's Sustainable Growth Amid Climate Threats - World BankTwo New World Bank Reports Offer Roadmap for Sierra Leone's Sustainable Growth Amid Climate Threats  World Bank

Sierra Leone Kicks Off the Commonwealth Clean Oceans Plastics Campaign in Africa - Royal Commonwealth SocietySierra Leone Kicks Off the Commonwealth Clean Oceans Plastics Campaign in Africa  Royal Commonwealth Society

Explosive mpox outbreak in Sierra Leone overwhelms health systems - Science | AAASExplosive mpox outbreak in Sierra Leone overwhelms health systems  Science | AAAS

A Sample Grant Proposal on “Renewable Energy for Health and Nutrition in Sierra Leone” - fundsforNGOsA Sample Grant Proposal on “Renewable Energy for Health and Nutrition in Sierra Leone”  fundsforNGOs

Sierra Leone leads regional push to close immunization gaps during African Vaccination Week 2025 - Gavi, the Vaccine AllianceSierra Leone leads regional push to close immunization gaps during African Vaccination Week 2025  Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

Justice Momoh-Jah Stevens: Sierra Leone Chief Justice send Court of Appeal Judge go leave afta allegations - BBCJustice Momoh-Jah Stevens: Sierra Leone Chief Justice send Court of Appeal Judge go leave afta allegations  BBC

Skyrocketing mpox outbreak in Sierra Leone raises fears of wider spread - NatureSkyrocketing mpox outbreak in Sierra Leone raises fears of wider spread  Nature

Synthetic drugs are having devastating effects around the world, from Sierra Leone to the UK - The ConversationSynthetic drugs are having devastating effects around the world, from Sierra Leone to the UK  The Conversation

Qatar Chamber discusses trade relations with Sierra Leone - ZAWYAQatar Chamber discusses trade relations with Sierra Leone  ZAWYA

Mpox in Sierra Leone: Inside the response to a fast-moving outbreak - NatureMpox in Sierra Leone: Inside the response to a fast-moving outbreak  Nature

A Sample Grant Proposal on “Solar for Stability: Reliable Power for Small Businesses in Sierra Leone” - fundsforNGOsA Sample Grant Proposal on “Solar for Stability: Reliable Power for Small Businesses in Sierra Leone”  fundsforNGOs

Mpox in Sierra Leone: what’s behind the recent surge and why west Africa is at risk - The ConversationMpox in Sierra Leone: what’s behind the recent surge and why west Africa is at risk  The Conversation

Sierra Leone National Health Summit 2025 - Partnership for Maternal, Newborn and Child HealthSierra Leone National Health Summit 2025  Partnership for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health

BC Classic fair odds: Rethinking Sierra Leone's chances - Horse Racing NationBC Classic fair odds: Rethinking Sierra Leone's chances  Horse Racing Nation

Sierra Leone: new anti-terrorism bill exposes journalists to heavy, unjust prison sentences - Reporters sans frontièresSierra Leone: new anti-terrorism bill exposes journalists to heavy, unjust prison sentences  Reporters sans frontières

Sierra Leone Collaborative Advocacy Action Plan - Partnership for Maternal, Newborn and Child HealthSierra Leone Collaborative Advocacy Action Plan  Partnership for Maternal, Newborn and Child Health

Sierra Leone’s Digital Revolution - UnicefSierra Leone’s Digital Revolution  Unicef

Mpox Surge in Sierra Leone: A Stress Test for National Readiness - Think Global HealthMpox Surge in Sierra Leone: A Stress Test for National Readiness  Think Global Health

HIV and TB Overview: Sierra Leone - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov)HIV and TB Overview: Sierra Leone  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov)

The Republic of Sierra Leone joined the 2003 Convention - UNESCO Intangible Cultural HeritageThe Republic of Sierra Leone joined the 2003 Convention  UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage

When a Dutch Drug Kingpin Needed a New Base, Sierra Leone Welcomed Him With Open Arms - New Lines MagazineWhen a Dutch Drug Kingpin Needed a New Base, Sierra Leone Welcomed Him With Open Arms  New Lines Magazine

Tree Planting for Climate Resilience in Freetown, Sierra Leone - International Institute for Sustainable DevelopmentTree Planting for Climate Resilience in Freetown, Sierra Leone  International Institute for Sustainable Development

What’s been happening: Tattersalls blockbuster, Sierra Leone stud plans, Thorpedo Anna latest and more … - Thoroughbred Racing CommentaryWhat’s been happening: Tattersalls blockbuster, Sierra Leone stud plans, Thorpedo Anna latest and more …  Thoroughbred Racing Commentary

One neurosurgeon, 8 million patients - NPROne neurosurgeon, 8 million patients  NPR

Addressing Election Integrity in Sierra Leone - Council on Foreign RelationsAddressing Election Integrity in Sierra Leone  Council on Foreign Relations

Preview: Sierra Leone vs. Burkina Faso - prediction, team news, lineups - Sports MolePreview: Sierra Leone vs. Burkina Faso - prediction, team news, lineups  Sports Mole

EU Health Task Force deploys ECDC experts to Sierra Leone to support the mpox outbreak response - European Centre for Disease Prevention and ControlEU Health Task Force deploys ECDC experts to Sierra Leone to support the mpox outbreak response  European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control

Political agreements alone won’t heal Sierra Leone’s social divide - ISS AfricaPolitical agreements alone won’t heal Sierra Leone’s social divide  ISS Africa

Chad Brown-trained Sierra Leone to be retired after Breeders' Cup Classic - Times UnionChad Brown-trained Sierra Leone to be retired after Breeders' Cup Classic  Times Union

‘The matter is in his hands alone’: president of Sierra Leone urged to ban FGM as court rules it tantamount to torture - The Guardian‘The matter is in his hands alone’: president of Sierra Leone urged to ban FGM as court rules it tantamount to torture  The Guardian

Training on the State of Democracy Assessment Framework for Sierra Leone - 2025 - International IDEATraining on the State of Democracy Assessment Framework for Sierra Leone - 2025  International IDEA

Sierra Leone To Retire to Ashford Stud Following the Breeders’ Cup Classic - Turf DiarioSierra Leone To Retire to Ashford Stud Following the Breeders’ Cup Classic  Turf Diario

Kush in Sierra Leone: West-Africa's growing synthetic drugs challenge and Europe’s and China’s part in it - ClingendaelKush in Sierra Leone: West-Africa's growing synthetic drugs challenge and Europe’s and China’s part in it  Clingendael

Sierra Leone’s mpox outbreak puts Ebola, COVID-19 lessons to the test - Gavi, the Vaccine AllianceSierra Leone’s mpox outbreak puts Ebola, COVID-19 lessons to the test  Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

Why now's the time to visit underrated Sierra Leone - National GeographicWhy now's the time to visit underrated Sierra Leone  National Geographic

Strengthening Conservation Efforts in Guinea and Sierra Leone - BirdLife InternationalStrengthening Conservation Efforts in Guinea and Sierra Leone  BirdLife International

Digital 2025: Sierra Leone - DataReportal – Global Digital InsightsDigital 2025: Sierra Leone  DataReportal – Global Digital Insights

Sierra Leone chimp refuge shuts doors to tourists to protest deforestation - ReutersSierra Leone chimp refuge shuts doors to tourists to protest deforestation  Reuters

Sierra Leone ratifies 5 UNESCO Culture Conventions - unesco.orgSierra Leone ratifies 5 UNESCO Culture Conventions  unesco.org

In Sierra Leone: How do you solve a political problem called Jagaban? Op ed - The Sierra Leone TelegraphIn Sierra Leone: How do you solve a political problem called Jagaban? Op ed  The Sierra Leone Telegraph

Sierra Leone battles mpox surge - CIDRAPSierra Leone battles mpox surge  CIDRAP

IRC Sierra Leone : A legacy of humanitarian accomplishments - International Rescue CommitteeIRC Sierra Leone : A legacy of humanitarian accomplishments  International Rescue Committee

9 things you’ll want to do in Sierra Leone - Lonely Planet9 things you’ll want to do in Sierra Leone  Lonely Planet

Kush in Sierra Leone - Global Initiative against Transnational Organized Crime (GI-TOC)Kush in Sierra Leone  Global Initiative against Transnational Organized Crime (GI-TOC)

Europe's most wanted drug lord 'secures protection in Sierra Leone by having a child with the president's daughter' - Daily MailEurope's most wanted drug lord 'secures protection in Sierra Leone by having a child with the president's daughter'  Daily Mail

Sierra Leone Floods 2025 - DREF Operation (MDRSL019) - ReliefWebSierra Leone Floods 2025 - DREF Operation (MDRSL019)  ReliefWeb

India-Africa Trade Council hosts India-Sierra Leone Trade Conference in Kochi - Tribune IndiaIndia-Africa Trade Council hosts India-Sierra Leone Trade Conference in Kochi  Tribune India

Sierra Leone accedes to the 1954 Hague Convention for the Protection - unesco.orgSierra Leone accedes to the 1954 Hague Convention for the Protection  unesco.org

A decade after the deadliest Ebola outbreak in history, Sierra Leone begins a new chapter with nation-wide preventive vaccination of frontline workers - Gavi, the Vaccine AllianceA decade after the deadliest Ebola outbreak in history, Sierra Leone begins a new chapter with nation-wide preventive vaccination of frontline workers  Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

Conserving Gola forest: Sierra Leone and Liberia unite for peace, sustainability - Welcome to the United NationsConserving Gola forest: Sierra Leone and Liberia unite for peace, sustainability  Welcome to the United Nations

Central African Republic vs Ghana: CAF World Cup Qualifiers stats & head-to-head - BBCCentral African Republic vs Ghana: CAF World Cup Qualifiers stats & head-to-head  BBC

On the First Session of the Russian-Sierra Leone Fisheries Commission - ???????????? ??????????? ??? ??????On the First Session of the Russian-Sierra Leone Fisheries Commission  ???????????? ??????????? ??? ??????

Sierra Leone to Ashford Stud in 2026 - Thoroughbred Daily NewsSierra Leone to Ashford Stud in 2026  Thoroughbred Daily News

Sallay Carew’s rally in Sierra Leone to eliminate cervical cancer - World Health Organization (WHO)Sallay Carew’s rally in Sierra Leone to eliminate cervical cancer  World Health Organization (WHO)

Breeders' Cup Classic hero Sierra Leone to stand at Ashford Stud in 2026 - Racing PostBreeders' Cup Classic hero Sierra Leone to stand at Ashford Stud in 2026  Racing Post

From a colonial hill town to Idris Elba’s island masterplan: what do these Sierra Leone developments tell us about urban elites? - The ConversationFrom a colonial hill town to Idris Elba’s island masterplan: what do these Sierra Leone developments tell us about urban elites?  The Conversation

Country Profile: Sierra Leone - New InternationalistCountry Profile: Sierra Leone  New Internationalist

Request for EOIs: Implementation of IMET for NN-TALD in Sierra Leone - fundsforNGOsRequest for EOIs: Implementation of IMET for NN-TALD in Sierra Leone  fundsforNGOs

Sierra Leone - International Center for Transitional Justice (ICTJ)Sierra Leone  International Center for Transitional Justice (ICTJ)

When is the best time to visit Sierra Leone? - Lonely PlanetWhen is the best time to visit Sierra Leone?  Lonely Planet

Security Collaboration - State Magazine (.gov)Security Collaboration  State Magazine (.gov)

Delegation of the Government of the Republic of Sierra Leone sign Memorandum of Understanding with McMaster University - McMaster GlobalDelegation of the Government of the Republic of Sierra Leone sign Memorandum of Understanding with McMaster University  McMaster Global

ECA supports Sierra Leone efforts to unlock green and sustainable finance - United Nations Economic Commission for AfricaECA supports Sierra Leone efforts to unlock green and sustainable finance  United Nations Economic Commission for Africa

Sierra Leone and India launches Inclusive Development Project for Persons with Disabilities - UNDPSierra Leone and India launches Inclusive Development Project for Persons with Disabilities  UNDP

UNICEF Leads National Seminar to Advance Inclusive Education in Sierra Leone - UnicefUNICEF Leads National Seminar to Advance Inclusive Education in Sierra Leone  Unicef

Op-ed: Fighting an mpox outbreak, Sierra Leone ‘shouldn’t have to stand alone’ - Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public HealthOp-ed: Fighting an mpox outbreak, Sierra Leone ‘shouldn’t have to stand alone’  Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

Sierra Leone's largest diamond miner shuts down, laying off more than 1,000 workers - ReutersSierra Leone's largest diamond miner shuts down, laying off more than 1,000 workers  Reuters

The Day Sierra Leone’s Parliament Became a Street Corner - democracyinafrica.orgThe Day Sierra Leone’s Parliament Became a Street Corner  democracyinafrica.org

A Shameful Moment in Sierra Leone’s Democracy - democracyinafrica.orgA Shameful Moment in Sierra Leone’s Democracy  democracyinafrica.org

Sierra Leone: Authorities must release and guarantee fair trial for TV personality detained under accusations of insulting the President and First Lady - Amnesty InternationalSierra Leone: Authorities must release and guarantee fair trial for TV personality detained under accusations of insulting the President and First Lady  Amnesty International

Sierra Leone declares emergency over mpox outbreak - Al JazeeraSierra Leone declares emergency over mpox outbreak  Al Jazeera

Ghana launches HPV vaccine to protect over two million girls and combat cervical cancer - The Sierra Leone TelegraphGhana launches HPV vaccine to protect over two million girls and combat cervical cancer  The Sierra Leone Telegraph

Liberia, Sierra Leone Conclude 2nd GOLA-REAP Steering Committee Meeting - liberianobserver.comLiberia, Sierra Leone Conclude 2nd GOLA-REAP Steering Committee Meeting  liberianobserver.com

Mpox Surges in Sierra Leone as Health Officials Appeal for U.S. Support - The New York TimesMpox Surges in Sierra Leone as Health Officials Appeal for U.S. Support  The New York Times

MSF Beyond Playtime: How Play Therapy Supports Children’s Mental Health - MSF UKMSF Beyond Playtime: How Play Therapy Supports Children’s Mental Health  MSF UK

Disability and Poverty in Sierra Leone - The Borgen ProjectDisability and Poverty in Sierra Leone  The Borgen Project

Aminata’s path: How partnerships are making schools safer for girls in Sierra Leone - World Bank BlogsAminata’s path: How partnerships are making schools safer for girls in Sierra Leone  World Bank Blogs

Sierra Leone and African Development Bank Target $90 Billion in Annual Illicit Financial Flows - African Development Bank GroupSierra Leone and African Development Bank Target $90 Billion in Annual Illicit Financial Flows  African Development Bank Group

After two years of supporting Sierra Leone democracy, a new era beckons for International IDEA - International IDEAAfter two years of supporting Sierra Leone democracy, a new era beckons for International IDEA  International IDEA