Rather than carve out new districts for short-term political gain, government should address the real and pressing challenges Sierra Leoneans face – Op ed

Rather than carve out new districts for short-term political gain, government should address the real and pressing challenges Sierra Leoneans face – Op ed

Basita Michael: Sierra Leone Telegraph: 10 June 2025: It is becoming increasingly difficult to avoid the conclusion that the APC and SLPP’s creation of new districts is less about development and more about manipulating electoral outcomes. This trend reflects deeper and more troubling realities, namely: • Both parties appear to have abandoned any genuine commitment to fair and competitive elections. • They continue to prioritise political polari…