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26 Apr 2019 | 10:01 PM UTC

Sierra Leone: Independence Day celebrations April 27

Independence day celebrations to be held on April 27; anticipate associated disruptions

Informational

Event

Sierra Leone will hold Independence Day celebrations on Saturday, April 27, to celebrate the country's 58th anniversary of independence from Great Britain. Events will be held nationwide, with the largest celebrations taking place in Freetown. Crowded conditions, as well as business and traffic disruptions, are possible across the country through Sunday, April 28. 

Advice

Individuals in Sierra Leone are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid all protests and demonstration as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.