Sierra Leone.
sovereign state in West Africa
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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What's happening
Active this week
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The leadership of Abdulsalami Abubakar in Nigeria's peacekeeping operations in West Africa, including Liberia, Sierra Leone, and Guinea, is discussed.Well supported12 reports3 developments inside
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Military personnel served in peacekeeping operations, with a Sultan serving as Defence Attaché.Some support1 report
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Sierra Leone affords presidential protection to a fugitive drug baron while consulting on regional drug network issues.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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President Julius Maada Bio declared a national emergency in Sierra Leone due to the drug crisis.Some support1 report
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ECOWAS deployed a mission involving Sierra Leone and Ghanaian experts ahead of Nigeria's elections.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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ECOWAS Commission launched Guinea’s National Platform, noting Sierra Leone's status as an ECOWAS member state.Some support1 report
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Sierra Leone funds a digital transformation project and hands over equipment to its national communications regulator.Some support1 report
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The government of Sierra Leone addressed various social issues in the capital city of Freetown.Some support1 report1 development inside
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ECA collaborated with Sierra Leone's Ministry in Freetown, urging West African governments to focus on youth employment.Some support1 report
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US pressures African nations, including Ghana, for migrants, leading to deportations to Sierra Leone.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A mother from Ivory Coast was deported to Sierra Leone, while Nicaraguan men were detained in Iowa.Some support1 report
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David Crane, a former chief prosecutor for war crimes, was noted in Sierra Leone.Some support1 report
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A main project involving African Minerals is located in Sierra Leone.Some support1 report
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The Commonwealth Secretariat provided debt management training to debt managers in Liberia, Ghana, and Sierra Leone.Some support1 report
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High-level talks between Sierra Leone and China were held, focusing on promoting a comprehensive strategic partnership.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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Sierra Leone commissioned a national shipping company and received investment from a Chinese company.Some support1 report
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A conference was held in London for the Sierra Leone diaspora, where Remoe discussed investment opportunities in the country.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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London and New York banks are distributing Sierra Leone's diaspora bonds, which will fund housing projects in Freetown.Some support1 report
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A Sierra Leone delegation met with the National Public Health Institute of Liberia to discuss shared public health challenges and regional cooperation.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A Liberian senator raised border security concerns, citing medical center data regarding drug admissions between Liberia and Sierra Leone.Some support1 report
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Sierra Leone is a focus country for a project initiated by the Rockefeller Foundation aimed at improving energy access across Africa.Some support1 report1 development inside
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EcoIgnite provided clean gas to the cities of Makeni and Freetown in Sierra Leone.Some support1 report
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Salary in Sierra Leone is compared to the national GNI per capita, with figures showing it is over 113 times the GNI per capita.Some support1 report
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The Government of Sierra Leone announced support for businesses to scale and create jobs.Some support1 report
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Allegations have surfaced demanding a formal government investigation into the functioning of the judicial system in Sierra Leone.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The judiciary handling of a JFK matter in Sierra Leone is now under scrutiny.Some support1 report
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Joseph Fitzgerald Kamara appeals to the members of parliament in Sierra Leone.Some support3 reports
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Rotary-affiliated groups are supporting school re-roofing and facility building projects in Kenya and Sierra Leone.Some support1 report
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Beijing encouraged Liberia, Nigeria, and Sierra Leone to adapt their public service models.Some support1 report
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Nigerian troops supported stability in Sierra Leone as Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger formally joined the Alliance of Sahel States.Some support1 report
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Aegis Defence Services secured contracts related to the Sandline affair while operating in Sierra Leone and Afghanistan.Some support2 reports
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Kenya's Ministry of Health steps up Ebola preparedness while supporting the fight against the virus in Sierra Leone and Liberia.Some support1 report
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Chinese enterprises and the China Chamber of Commerce are mobilizing support for Sierra Leonean markets and community healthcare.Some support1 report
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A drug shipment originating from Sierra Leone was intercepted near Morocco.Some support2 reports
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Nigeria supported Sierra Leone during its civil war, and Olufemi Oluyede held a meeting in Abuja.Some support2 reports
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The Ministry of Health in Sierra Leone has launched a national health campaign.Some support2 reports
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The Civil Defence Corps (CDS) is outgoing from Sierra Leone.Some support2 reports
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A deportation case is underway from Iowa to Sierra Leone, involving DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin.Some support3 reports
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President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone met with Pope Leo XIV to discuss Church-state relations and social challenges.Some support1 report
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Sierra Leone and Belarus initiated bilateral cooperation in the agricultural sector in January 2021.Some support1 report
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Similar standardization efforts are noted in West Africa, involving Sierra Leone and Monrovia.Some support1 report
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Studies indicate military takeovers are occurring in both Sierra Leone and Sudan.Some support2 reports
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Fear of deploying ineffective vaccines was reported in Sierra Leone, Guinea, and Liberia.Some support1 report
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Spanish authorities are investigating a drug trafficking operation where a Dutch trafficker was alleged to be the mastermind, coordinating from Sierra Leone.Some support2 reports
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UNICEF supports Sierra Leone's government, with Makeni noted as a hospital location.Some support1 report
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An Ebola outbreak originated near the Ebola River, involving Guinea and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.Well supported5 reports
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Portuguese journeymen reached Sierra Leone, Mombasa, and other locations across the continent of Africa.Some support1 report
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Operational updates on UN Women's work in Sierra Leone, Somalia, and Haiti, including mission conclusions and political aspirations.Some support1 report1 development inside
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UN agencies are supporting initiatives in Sierra Leone, including hosting community-led safe spaces for women in Moyamba.Some support1 report
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Assess post-election developments and institutional needs in Sierra Leone, involving the Sierra Leone Police.Some support1 report
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The region involving Liberia, Sierra Leone, and West Africa is hosting a strategic logistics depot and shares a history of civil wars.Some support1 report6 developments inside
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Shared failure in regional border security protocols involving Liberia, Ghana, and Sierra Leone.Some support1 report
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Exploitation of resources like gold and chrome is linked to conflict financing through the illicit gem trade, involving South Africa, Angola, and Sierra Leone.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A film brought the diamond trade in Sierra Leone to public spotlight.Some support1 report
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The Sierra Leone Parliament is considering the Constitution Bill, with members of the APC participating in the process.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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The President of Sierra Leone is seeking the opinion of the Supreme Court regarding the adoption of a bill, involving the opposition party APC.Some support1 report
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Sierra Leone reaffirmed support for Moroccan sovereignty and sought stronger bilateral cooperation with Morocco.Some support2 reports
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Ernest Bai Koroma, former ruler of Sierra Leone, was detained in Goderich and is now residing in Nigeria following legal proceedings.Well supported6 reports4 developments inside
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Ernest Bai Koroma returned to Sierra Leone after criminal proceedings ceased, having traveled through Nigeria.Some support1 report
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Human Rights Watch investigates human rights issues caused by development projects of African Minerals Limited in Tonkolili District, Sierra Leone.Some support1 report
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Around Sierra Leone this week
News at the entities that move Sierra Leone most-
parliament StructuralAmon Nkhata attempted to steal cable from an ESCOM transformer, and the minister reported the theft to Parliament.Moves Sierra Leone
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World Bank StructuralThe World Bank issued a warning regarding rising poverty levels in Bangladesh.Moves Sierra Leone
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International Monetary Fund StructuralCape Verde is seeking an extension for its support programs from the International Monetary Fund.Moves Sierra Leone
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Economic Community of West African States StructuralThe Alliance of Sahel States withdrew from the Economic Community of West African States citing disagreements.Moves Sierra Leone
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Nigeria OperationalNESG monitored business performance across Nigeria on November 6, 2026.Moves Sierra Leone
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Iowa TransactionalIndian Americans voted in US elections while tariff policies alienated longstanding allies.Moves Sierra Leone
Connections
The 40 strongest of 907, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Julius Maada Bio Structural
Julius Maada Bio serves as the President and head of state of Sierra Leone, defining its executive leadership and national agenda.
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United Nations General Assembly Operational
Sierra Leone actively leads efforts and adopts resolutions within the UN General Assembly.
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Ernest Bai Koroma Structural
Ernest Bai Koroma has served as President and currently operates as a political leader within the legal and governmental framework of Sierra Leone.
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Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh Structural
Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh serves as the Vice-President of Sierra Leone, participating in national governance.
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KABBA Structural
Kabba holds the formal governmental position of Foreign Minister within Sierra Leone.
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Liberia Operational
The nations maintain active operational links through shared regional crises, political coordination, and cross-border economic and security flows.
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Economic Community of West African States Structural
Sierra Leone is a formal member state of ECOWAS, participating in regional stability, military cooperation, and political mandates.
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parliament Structural
The parliament functions as the official legislative body, carrying out the governmental functions within the sovereign state of Sierra Leone.
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Europe Operational
Sierra Leone serves as a source for cocaine destined for European markets, leading to active law enforcement intervention by European authorities.
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Nigeria Operational
Nigeria and Sierra Leone maintain active operational ties through regional cooperation, diplomatic engagement, and security support within ECOWAS.
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Nigerian Army Operational
The Nigerian Army has deployed to Sierra Leone to participate in peacekeeping missions and support regional stability.
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high court Structural
The High Court is a formal judicial institution operating within the legal and governmental structure of Sierra Leone.
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David van Weel Transactional
David van Weel actively pushed for Sierra Leone to extradite a fugitive, a process that led to geopolitical consequences.
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Government of Sierra Leone Structural
The Government of Sierra Leone functions as the governing body of the State, supporting economic activity.
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Charles Taylor Operational
Charles Taylor was responsible for leading military operations against Sierra Leone and was subsequently convicted for war crimes and atrocities committed in the country.
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Ministry of Energy Structural
The Ministry of Energy operates as a governmental agency within Sierra Leone, tasked with managing the national energy compact.
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Guinea Operational
Guinea and Sierra Leone maintain operational ties through shared regional crises, bilateral border management, and cross-border economic activity.
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Xi Jinping Structural
Sierra Leone adheres to China's policies and doctrines, which guides bilateral cooperation and provides trade benefits.
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Netherlands Operational
The relationship involves active diplomatic and law enforcement interaction regarding the extradition of a fugitive drug baron.
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UN Women Operational
UN Women actively operates and partners within Sierra Leone, and Sierra Leone participates in UN Women's agenda.
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World Bank Structural
The World Bank provides financial, technical, and developmental support to Sierra Leone.
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International Monetary Fund Structural
The IMF provides financial support and policy guidance to Sierra Leone to facilitate economic reforms and manage crises.
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Beijing Operational
Sierra Leone and Beijing maintain a comprehensive strategic partnership characterized by high-level diplomatic cooperation and policy influence.
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International Criminal Court Structural
Sierra Leone serves as a Vice-President of the Assembly of States Parties, establishing a formal functional link with the International Criminal Court.
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Fatima Maada Bio Structural
Fatima Maada Bio holds the formal and defined role of First Lady of Sierra Leone.
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United Nations Structural
The UN provides oversight, monitors human rights, and offers diplomatic platforms for Sierra Leone while also applying international governance mechanisms like sanctions.
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African Union Structural
Sierra Leone is a member state of the African Union, participating in summits and subject to AU policy directives.
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Ghana Operational
The two states actively engage in bilateral discussions regarding regional security, food aid, and development comparisons.
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DHS Structural
DHS monitors individuals from Sierra Leone regarding illegal entry and arrest procedures.
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Donald Trump Transactional
The Trump administration deported individuals to Sierra Leone.
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Kenji Okamura Operational
Kenji Okamura provides expert advice regarding economic stability to the government of Sierra Leone.
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Ministry of Health Structural
The Ministry of Health functions as a national agency operating within the governmental structure of Sierra Leone.
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Somalia Operational
Sierra Leone actively supplies personnel to support Somalia's mission, sharing a common status as climate-vulnerable states.
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Bassirou Diomaye Faye Operational
Sierra Leone's political processes and ECOWAS summits provided the platform for Bassirou Diomaye Faye to achieve leadership legitimacy and influence.
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Iowa Transactional
Iowa conducts deportations of individuals to Sierra Leone.
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New York Transactional
Sierra Leone engages in financial bond issuance and logistics supply chains involving New York.
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fund Transactional
The fund provided financial support for peacebuilding efforts in Sierra Leone.
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Kashim Shettima Transactional
Kashim Shettima traveled to Sierra Leone to attend a summit.
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South Africa Operational
The operational relationship is founded on a shared commitment to health outcomes and accountability.
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Mano River Union Structural
Sierra Leone is a member of the Mano River Union, cooperating on regional issues and shared challenges.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
1 eventOctober 2026
32 events- President Julius Maada Bio declared a national emergency in Sierra Leone due to the drug crisis.
- ECOWAS deployed a mission involving Sierra Leone and Ghanaian experts ahead of Nigeria's elections.
- ECOWAS Commission launched Guinea’s National Platform, noting Sierra Leone's status as an ECOWAS member state.
- Sierra Leone funds a digital transformation project and hands over equipment to its national communications regulator.
- ECA collaborated with Sierra Leone's Ministry in Freetown, urging West African governments to focus on youth employment.
- US pressures African nations, including Ghana, for migrants, leading to deportations to Sierra Leone.
- A mother from Ivory Coast was deported to Sierra Leone, while Nicaraguan men were detained in Iowa.
- David Crane, a former chief prosecutor for war crimes, was noted in Sierra Leone.
- A main project involving African Minerals is located in Sierra Leone.
- The Commonwealth Secretariat provided debt management training to debt managers in Liberia, Ghana, and Sierra Leone.
- Sierra Leone commissioned a national shipping company and received investment from a Chinese company.
- London and New York banks are distributing Sierra Leone's diaspora bonds, which will fund housing projects in Freetown.
- A Sierra Leone delegation met with the National Public Health Institute of Liberia to discuss shared public health challenges and regional cooperation.
- A Liberian senator raised border security concerns, citing medical center data regarding drug admissions between Liberia and Sierra Leone.
- EcoIgnite provided clean gas to the cities of Makeni and Freetown in Sierra Leone.
- Salary in Sierra Leone is compared to the national GNI per capita, with figures showing it is over 113 times the GNI per capita.
- The Government of Sierra Leone announced support for businesses to scale and create jobs.
- The judiciary handling of a JFK matter in Sierra Leone is now under scrutiny.
- Rotary-affiliated groups are supporting school re-roofing and facility building projects in Kenya and Sierra Leone.
- Beijing encouraged Liberia, Nigeria, and Sierra Leone to adapt their public service models.
- Nigerian troops supported stability in Sierra Leone as Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger formally joined the Alliance of Sahel States.
- Kenya's Ministry of Health steps up Ebola preparedness while supporting the fight against the virus in Sierra Leone and Liberia.
- Chinese enterprises and the China Chamber of Commerce are mobilizing support for Sierra Leonean markets and community healthcare.
- A drug shipment originating from Sierra Leone was intercepted near Morocco.
- Nigeria supported Sierra Leone during its civil war, and Olufemi Oluyede held a meeting in Abuja.
- The Ministry of Health in Sierra Leone has launched a national health campaign.
- The Civil Defence Corps (CDS) is outgoing from Sierra Leone.
- A deportation case is underway from Iowa to Sierra Leone, involving DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin.
- President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone met with Pope Leo XIV to discuss Church-state relations and social challenges.
- Sierra Leone and Belarus initiated bilateral cooperation in the agricultural sector in January 2021.
- Similar standardization efforts are noted in West Africa, involving Sierra Leone and Monrovia.
- Studies indicate military takeovers are occurring in both Sierra Leone and Sudan.
September 2026
15 events- The government of Sierra Leone addressed various social issues in the capital city of Freetown.
- Sierra Leone is a focus country for a project initiated by the Rockefeller Foundation aimed at improving energy access across Africa.
- Allegations have surfaced demanding a formal government investigation into the functioning of the judicial system in Sierra Leone.
- Fear of deploying ineffective vaccines was reported in Sierra Leone, Guinea, and Liberia.
- UNICEF supports Sierra Leone's government, with Makeni noted as a hospital location.
- Portuguese journeymen reached Sierra Leone, Mombasa, and other locations across the continent of Africa.
- UN agencies are supporting initiatives in Sierra Leone, including hosting community-led safe spaces for women in Moyamba.
- Assess post-election developments and institutional needs in Sierra Leone, involving the Sierra Leone Police.
- Shared failure in regional border security protocols involving Liberia, Ghana, and Sierra Leone.
- Exploitation of resources like gold and chrome is linked to conflict financing through the illicit gem trade, involving South Africa, Angola, and Sierra Leone.
- A film brought the diamond trade in Sierra Leone to public spotlight.
- The President of Sierra Leone is seeking the opinion of the Supreme Court regarding the adoption of a bill, involving the opposition party APC.
- Sierra Leone reaffirmed support for Moroccan sovereignty and sought stronger bilateral cooperation with Morocco.
- Ernest Bai Koroma returned to Sierra Leone after criminal proceedings ceased, having traveled through Nigeria.
- Human Rights Watch investigates human rights issues caused by development projects of African Minerals Limited in Tonkolili District, Sierra Leone.
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August 2026
2 eventsJuly 2026
5 events- Sierra Leone affords presidential protection to a fugitive drug baron while consulting on regional drug network issues.
- High-level talks between Sierra Leone and China were held, focusing on promoting a comprehensive strategic partnership.
- Joseph Fitzgerald Kamara appeals to the members of parliament in Sierra Leone.
- The region involving Liberia, Sierra Leone, and West Africa is hosting a strategic logistics depot and shares a history of civil wars.
- Ernest Bai Koroma, former ruler of Sierra Leone, was detained in Goderich and is now residing in Nigeria following legal proceedings.
June 2026
5 events- The leadership of Abdulsalami Abubakar in Nigeria's peacekeeping operations in West Africa, including Liberia, Sierra Leone, and Guinea, is discussed.
- A conference was held in London for the Sierra Leone diaspora, where Remoe discussed investment opportunities in the country.
- Spanish authorities are investigating a drug trafficking operation where a Dutch trafficker was alleged to be the mastermind, coordinating from Sierra Leone.
- An Ebola outbreak originated near the Ebola River, involving Guinea and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
- Operational updates on UN Women's work in Sierra Leone, Somalia, and Haiti, including mission conclusions and political aspirations.