Sierra Leone: Prison Reforms Bring No Relief
Prisoners still suffer appalling conditions despite legislative changes
Prisoners still suffer appalling conditions despite legislative changes
With little oversight, some religious leaders said to exploit their positions.
Investigation reveals that many women and girls never inform the authorities.
Few medical facilities mean that maternal mortality remains high.
Despite state investment, residents struggle with water shortages and dilapidated housing.
Healthcare workers on foreign assignments have to hand over much of their pay to the Cuban government.
Government forces outnumbered four-to-one by dozens of unaccountable militias.
“I do what I want,” says Pul-e Alam mayor, as anti-corruption agency and regional governor say they are powerless to act on allegations.