Author: Truth Media

Sierra Leone’s Debt Service Payments Projected at $171.3m by 2027

Freetown, September 8th 2025- Sierra Leone’s external debt service obligations are projected to grow steadily over the coming years, raising critical questions about the sustainability of the country’s debt and its ability to fund essential public services. According to projections for 2023–2027, the country faces escalating debt repayments across multilateral, bilateral, and commercial creditors.

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Single-Digit Inflation Persists: But Regional Inequities Demand Attention

Freetown, 8th September 2025- Sierra Leone’s latest inflation data for July 2025 paints a subtle picture of regional economic dynamics, revealing both signs of resilience and pockets of concern. According to the national index benchmarked to December 2021, inflation eased slightly at the national level, down from 7.10% in June to 6.45% in July, yet regional disparities remain stark.

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45% of Young People Earn Below Minimum Wage

Freetown, September 8th 2025- A staggering 45% of young Sierra Leoneans earn less than NLe700 per month, according to new findings from the UNICEF U-Report 2024. The data, drawn from a nationwide youth survey, paints a sobering picture of economic stagnation and deepening poverty among the country’s most vital demographic.

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Audit Uncovers Gaps in Youth Car Wash Project

Freetown, September 8th 2025- A flagship youth empowerment initiative designed to create jobs and combat drug abuse is under scrutiny following revelations in the 2025 Performance Audit Report. The Ministry of Youth Affairs’ Car Wash Project, touted as a cornerstone of the government’s promise to deliver 500,000 youth jobs, has been flagged for critical implementation failures, including the absence of water facilities and stalled construction sites.

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Sam 28 Movement Threatens Legal Action Over APC Eligibility Dispute

Freetown, 11th September 2025- The Chief of Staff of the Sam 28 Movement, Brima Michael Turay, has issued a firm warning that the group will seek legal redress if the Political Parties Regulation Commission (PPRC) fails to resolve the ongoing dispute surrounding the eligibility of former Vice President Alhaji Chief Sam Sumana to lead the All People’s Congress (APC) in the 2028 elections.

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