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Sierra Leone's president: Are there good military coups? | Talk to Al Jazeera

Oct 20, 2023
Former coup leader Julius Maada Bio, now president of Sierra Leone, discusses the recent protests, accusations of election irregularities, and the concept of 'good' coups. The podcast also explores the brutalities of the past war, the significance of education, and the challenges faced by Sierra Leone in global politics.
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  • Sierra Leone's President Julius Maada Bio has focused on championing education and women's rights to bring progress to the country.
  • The trauma and divisions caused by the civil war in Sierra Leone are still present, with vestiges of regionalism and tribalism persisting.

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Sierra Leone's Journey to Stability

Sierra Leone has experienced stability since the end of its civil war in 2002, overcoming challenges such as rising inflation and economic hardship. President Julius Mado BIO, a former coup leader, has focused on championing education and women's rights to bring progress to the country.

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