Politics of Sierra Leone - Wikipedia
WEBThe Sierra Leone government is divided into three branches: the executive, legislative and the judicial. The seat of government of Sierra Leone is in the capital Freetown . The Economist Intelligence Unit rated Sierra Leone a " hybrid regime " in 2022.
What to Know About the Election in Sierra Leone
WEBJun 24, 2023 · What is at stake in the election? Sierra Leone, home to 8.4 million people and one of the world’s poorest countries, has gained attention for its new education policy, which if it succeeds, could...
Sierra Leone - Politics, Economy, Society | Britannica
WEB5 days ago · Sierra Leone - Politics, Economy, Society: The constitution of 1971 made Sierra Leone a republic within the Commonwealth. Adoption of the constitution of 1978 created a one-party republic based on the All People’s Congress; the head of state, or executive president, was elected by delegates of the All People’s Congress, and there was a ...
Sierra Leone: Freedom in the World 2023 Country Report
WEBSee the Freedom in the World 2023 score and learn about democracy and freedom in Sierra Leone.
Sierra Leone: Freedom in the World 2021 Country Report
WEBSierra Leone has held regular multiparty elections since the end of its civil war in 2002. However, opposition parties have faced police violence and restrictions on assembly. Civic groups are constrained by onerous regulations and …
Sierra Leone violence: Sunday attacks were part of coup attempt
WEBNov 28, 2023 · Sierra Leone's government has designated Sunday's disorder, in which armed men attacked institutions in the capital city, as an attempted coup. The information minister said that gunmen had...
Tensions mount as Sierra Leone prepares for high-stakes elections
WEBJun 23, 2023 · Sierra Leone is gearing up for crucial presidential elections on Saturday amid growing discontent and calls for change from its citizens. This will be the fifth election since the end of the...
Sierra Leone coup attempt: What may have sparked the violence
WEBNov 28, 2023 · Freetown, the capital city of Sierra Leone, was jolted awake by gunshots on Sunday morning. It was not clear at the time, but the government now says that this was a coup attempt. Armed men had...
Sierra Leone's President Bio leads presidential election
WEBFREETOWN, June 26 (Reuters) - Sierra Leone President Julius Maada Bio is leading the presidential election count, the West African country's electoral commission said on Monday after 60% of...
Sierra Leone election results: Julius Maada Bio leading Samura …
WEBJun 27, 2023 · Early results from Sierra Leone's presidential election have been branded "daylight robbery" by the main opposition challenger Samura Kamara. He alleges that his electoral agents were not...