Women’s Rights Advocate Commends GEWE Act, Urges Deeper Reform
Freetown, Sierra Leone — Alimatu Dimonekene (M.B.E.), a leading global women’s rights advocate and...
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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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