Humans of Freetown

Official Twitter Page of Humans of Freetown. This page tells human interest stories and showcase the beauty, humanity and lifestyle in Freetown and beyond SL.

[Humans of Freetown @HumansFreetown]

@LamranaAmadu To imagine they’re both young people is grimy for the country’s present and future.

[Humans of Freetown @HumansFreetown]

@LamranaAmadu Imagine the depth of corruption the country is in if the Clerk of parliament could hire his wife to be receiving monthly the sum of Le31,735,839 with medical, rent, and utility allowances without the wife ever showing up for work since 2021? Imagine this happening in every MDAs.

[Humans of Freetown @HumansFreetown]

Imagine the depth of corruption the country is in if the Clerk of parliament could hire his wife to be receiving monthly the sum of Le31,735,839 with medical, rent, and utility allowances without the wife ever showing up for work since 2021? Imagine this happening in every MDAs.

[Humans of Freetown @HumansFreetown]

@Orange_sierra Just like that, Super Advertis lands Orange into a crisis.

With the standoffish attitudes you give large number of your clients when they complain about your poor service delivery, there is a lot for you to learn from this.

The slogan says “explain tire, no evidence.”

[Humans of Freetown @HumansFreetown]

@dsengeh “She started with 6 cups of rice” could be misleading. Wishing her all the best.

[Humans of Freetown @HumansFreetown]

@LamranaAmadu Story like this should fraught headlines. They reveal critical issue like nonexistent of proper & functioning medical facility and negligence of live of prisoners in the prison system in the country. There are thousand Alusine in remand right now. Prisons is to reform not deform.

[Humans of Freetown @HumansFreetown]

Story like this should fraught headlines. They reveal critical issue like nonexistent of proper & functioning medical facility and negligence of live of prisoners in the prison system in the country. There are thousand Alusine in remand right now. Prisons is to reform not deform.

[Amadu Lamrana Bah @LamranaAmadu]

Alusine Kamara, who went into the Pademba Road Correctional Center as an able-bodied man, came out yesterday paralyzed and sitting in a wheelchair after spending eight years in prison.

He was convicted of conspiracy contrary to law and was sentenced to seventeen years imprisonment, according to a report by my colleague Mohamed Konneh, who was there yesterday.

Alusine has been struggling with his health in what used to be an overcrowded prison with poor medical care. He got less attention yesterday from our politicians and even the live media broadcast.

Alusine is a citizen too who needs the attention of our political class and government to get proper medical support.

PC: @mkay0791

#FreetownStories

[Amadu Lamrana Bah @LamranaAmadu]

Alusine Kamara, who went into the Pademba Road Correctional Center as an able-bodied man, came out yesterday paralyzed and sitting in a wheelchair after spending eight years in prison.

He was convicted of conspiracy contrary to law and was sentenced to seventeen years imprisonment, according to a report by my colleague Mohamed Konneh, who was there yesterday.

Alusine has been struggling with his health in what used to be an overcrowded prison with poor medical care. He got less attention yesterday from our politicians and even the live media broadcast.

Alusine is a citizen too who needs the attention of our political class and government to get proper medical support.

PC: @mkay0791

#FreetownStories

[Humans of Freetown @HumansFreetown]

Sussex, Freetown, Sierra Leone 🇸🇱

📸: Credited

[Humans of Freetown @HumansFreetown]

In 2024, there is a need to check noise pollution in Freetown. Freetown City Council needs to enforce regulations barring marketers from playing advert on loudspeakers in Central Business District. They are great source of noise pollution in Freetown. @yakisawyerr #SaloneX

[Humans of Freetown @HumansFreetown]

Decongesting & replanning Freetown is a sane thing to do. Susan Bay, CrooBay, Aberdeen Creeks are contributors to climate change through sand mining, plastic & water pollution. The frequent fire incident and flooding is nature’s call for decongestion of these areas. Heed.

[Humans of Freetown @HumansFreetown]

The authorities will do nothing regardless the frequent incident resulting in lost of lives. Narrow roads and unregulated trailers plying them during busy hours should be alarming enough to put tough measures in place.

[SIERRAEYESALONE @sierraeyesalone]

Unsafe Containers: A Plea for Proactive Transportation Safety Policies

In a heart-wrenching incident on the fateful evening of December 21st, we witnessed a horrifying 40ft container accident, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake. The container, afflicted by brake failure, hurtled into a crowd of unsuspecting pedestrians and traders at Sani Abacha Street. As the clock struck at 6:20 pm, lives were shattered, and the echoes of anguish reverberated through the community.

The casualties of the tragedy - 14 patients, comprising 3 males and 11 females, with the loss of three precious lives, all females. Despite the chaos, the medical staff at @ConnaughtSL have been diligently treating the injured.

As we extend our deepest sympathies to the victims and their families, the need for introspection and decisive action becomes imperative.

This is not the first time we have witnessed such a calamity. The recurring nightmare of containers veering uncontrollably has haunted our streets, claiming innocent lives and disrupting the normalcy of daily life. Despite sporadic attempts to limit the movement of containers during peak hours, enforcement has been lackadaisical.

It is a painful reality that the owners, predominantly powerful and influential individuals, prioritize profit margins over the safety of the populace. Half-hearted measures have been ineffectively implemented, with containers still traversing our streets with flimsy restraints, tethered haphazardly to flatbeds with substandard chains and fragile ropes. The lack of adherence to international safety standards is a glaring indictment of our Government's commitment to protecting its citizens.

In contrast to our negligence, other nations adhere to stringent safety standards, safeguarding their citizens from such preventable tragedies. We must not look the other way any longer. The duty of the Government is unequivocal – to protect the lives of its citizens. With a healthcare system already burdened, the loss of lives due to reckless incidents becomes an unconscionable burden.

We call upon the authorities, especially the Ministry of Transport and the Police, to take immediate and resolute action. The investigation into the Eastern Police 40 ft container accident must be thorough and transparent. It is an opportunity for the Government to demonstrate its commitment to the safety and well-being of its citizens.

The time for mere reactions is long past; what we need are concrete and enduring measures to prevent the recurrence of such disasters. The standards exist; it is time we adopt and enforce them. The pervasive influence of the wealthy few must not supersede the collective welfare of the community. @FANDAYTURAY @PoliceLeone #SierraLeone #SaloneX @awokonewspaper @UmaruFofana @AYVnews @LamranaAmadu @Concordtimes @GleanerSierraLe @Cee_Bah https://t.co/4GM9KYFcka

[Ministry of Information & Civic Education S/Leone @MoiceComm]

The Electricity Distribution & Supply Authority (EDSA) @EDS_Authority, has completed repairs on the damaged Transformer, following an act of vandalism on the Kingtom power station. Full power will be restored in less than 24hrs after refueling of the repaired Transformer @Cee_Bah

[Humans of Freetown @HumansFreetown]

Freetown is a beautiful city. One challenge it faces is that it’s not properly planned. This is evident in spate of slums across the city largely due to overpopulation. Many travel from the province to the city with hope of getting economic freedom & end up living in the slum.

[Humans of Freetown @HumansFreetown]

Freetown water quay view from the top of Mount Aureole. #SierraLeone 🇸🇱 #SaloneTwitter

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What happens to journalist objectively servicing public interest? Harassing journalist for doing their job professionally is undone & should not be part of a civilized society. A true test to our commitment to free press, safety of journalist & freedom of expression #pressfreedom

[Musa Sidya Kamara @MusaSidyaKay]

It has been dramatic in the last 24hr since that my interview with the outgoing US Ambassador to sl @ David Reimer.

Social media comments and perosnel text message have been a cause for concern.
H've notified @ 98.1 M'ment and Slaj President.@USEmbFreetown
@SLAJ_Salone .

[Humans of Freetown @HumansFreetown]

@sierraeyesalone Epidemic destroying the future of our beautiful city and no one is doing a thing about it.

A youth in his/her twenties looks like a rag as a result of drugs abuse.

[Humans of Freetown @HumansFreetown]

@ClaudiusFemi Look at the indicators, these research firms consider when ranking nations in their development indexes.

[Humans of Freetown @HumansFreetown]

Freetown story:😮

Floydalin and Floyd are this year’s National Primary School Exams in Sierra Leone first and second position holders.

They scored 339 and 336 respectively.

They attend Murray Deen Prep in Freetown. #Freetown #Congratulations @FCC_Freetown @ayvnews

[Humans of Freetown @HumansFreetown]

There is life within Freetown, Sierra Leone beyond the reach of the ups and downs of politics. That’s life we aspire to tell and showcase to the world. Join us in telling that story to the rest of the world. @VickieRemoe @USEmbFreetown @FCC_Freetown @IrlEmbFreetown