Are Sierra Leoneans Truly Engaged Citizens?
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Democracy is not just about elections, it is also about citizens' participation. But how engaged are Sierra Leoneans in shaping the future of the country?
In this episode of Honestly Speaking, Antonia Howard sits down with Valnora Edwin, a leading civil society leader and governance advocate, to unpack the state of citizenship in Sierra Leone. From political literacy and participation to fear, apathy, and systemic barriers, we explore why many citizens remain on the sidelines and what it would take to build a culture of accountability and everyday engagement.
We discuss:
What active citizenship really means beyond voting
Why some Sierra Leoneans remain silent, disengaged, or disillusioned
How citizens can move from being spectators to powerful drivers of democracy
The big question: Are we truly engaged citizens, or are we still waiting for change to come from above?
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