Sierra Leone

Over 2,000 Prisoners Escape in Sierra Leone

Nov 28, 2023

An armed raid in Sierra Leone's capital, Freetown, resulted in over 2,000 prisoners escaping from barracks and prisons. The government labeled the attacks as coordinated and launched a search operation. Rewards of $2,000 for…

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Symbolic Cotton Tree Falls in Sierra Leone’s Capital

May 26, 2023

Sierra Leone's iconic cotton tree, representing freedom and history, has toppled due to a powerful storm. President Julius Maada Bio mourns the nation's significant loss and pledges to plant a replacement at the site. The 400-year-old,…

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flooding and mudslides in Sierra Leone

Aug 29, 2022

Heavy rains in Freetown, Sierra Leone's capital, caused flooding and landslides. Many homes and businesses were flooded. Two houses were buried in a landslide caused by heavy rains. Search and rescue operations have been launched in the…

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at least 3 killed after ferry collision in Sierra Leone

Aug 3, 2022

Two ferries collided in Sierra Leone's Bonthe region. The ferry, carrying about 100 passengers, collided with another ferry traveling in the opposite direction, carrying only the crew. Some passengers were reported missing following the…

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death toll rises to 115 in sierra leone accident

Nov 9, 2021

The death toll rose to 115 after an explosion occurred after the accident, where a fuel tanker leaked gasoline in Freetown, the capital of Sierra Leone. People gathered around the tanker to collect the leaking gasoline ahead of explosion.…