Freetown, Sierra Leone – (African Boulevard News) – As the Sierra Leonean people brace themselves for their upcoming election, it comes as no surprise that the topic on everyone’s lips is the country’s struggling economy. With a GDP that has been slow to grow and a national debt that has risen to alarming levels, the ordinary Sierra Leonean has borne the brunt of the economic hardship, with soaring inflation and unemployment rates. This year’s election, therefore, represents an opportunity for the people to elect a leader who will take the country’s economic woes seriously.
The current government has been criticized for its inability to address the country’s economic challenges, which has led to increased poverty and inequality. With the Sierra Leonean economy continuing to struggle, voters are now looking towards candidates with plans to revive the economy and improve the standard of living in the country. According to analyst Ibrahim Kamara, “This year’s election is not about politics, it’s about the economy. The new leader must be able to tackle head-on the challenges facing the people of Sierra Leone and take the necessary steps to fix the economy.”
One of the major issues that the next leader of Sierra Leone must address is the high levels of unemployment. The unemployment rate in the country is currently at an alarming 27%, with many young people unable to find work. This issue has been further compounded by the Covid-19 pandemic, which has led to job losses across the country. The new leader must, therefore, have concrete plans to create jobs and encourage entrepreneurship among the youth.
Another area of concern for voters is the rising inflation rate which has led to an increase in the cost of living. Sierra Leone has been grappling with a high inflation rate for several years, with the most recent figures showing it at 19%. The new leader must, therefore, prioritize measures to bring down inflation and stabilize the economy.
In conclusion, the Sierra Leonean electorate is looking for a leader who can provide solutions to the current economic challenges facing the country. The new leader must be able to create jobs, stabilize the economy, and address issues of poverty and inequality. As Sierra Leoneans head to the polls this Saturday, the focus will be on the economy, and the candidate with the best plan to improve it will be the one who emerges victorious.
