Sierra Leone needs to rebuild public trust in its election by maintaining a completely transparent process.
Economic management, food shortages, health services, infrastructure and education are key issues that may shape how Sierra Leoneans vote on 24 June.
The gap between the continent’s most democratic and authoritarian regions is likely to continue to grow.
The state of emergency ultimately led to substantial legal changes that should better protect women and girls. But what really happened?
Sierra Leone has declared a national emergency to combat rape and sexual violence.