Abdulai Mansaray: Sierra Leone Telegraph: 6 August 2026: In general terms, many see the constitution of any given country as the cornerstone of law, liberty and governance that should guide generations with enduring wisdom. If this premise is anything to go by, it means that the wisdom with which our constitution has been written should endure the test of times. To suggest that the constitution should endure the test of times does not naturally mean that it’s impregnable or not malleable. While constitutions are subject to amendments, thanks to the changing fortunes of the times, it is imperative that they remain so honest that they always pass the truth test. As one of the most important guardrails of our society, the constitution of Sierra Leone should be seen and treated as a testament to our enduring principles that have guided and shaped our quest for liberty, justice and democracy. Therefore,...

Albert David KAMARA: Sierra Leone Telegraph: 6 August 2026: Guinea’s decision to opt out of the ECO single currency in 2027 is not an act of defiance, it is an act of economic clarity. In a region where political speeches often outrun economic realities, Conakry has delivered a message that is as uncomfortable as it is necessary: monetary integration cannot be built on unprepared economies, fragile institutions, and recycled rhetoric. By choosing to retain the Guinean franc, the government is asserting a principle that every ECOWAS member state must confront, economic sovereignty is not a slogan, it is a responsibility. And responsibility demands readiness, discipline, and structural strength. Guinea’s authorities were blunt: The country’s economy is not yet ready for a common currency. This is not pessimism; it is economic maturity. A single currency requires low and stable inflation, sustainable fiscal deficits, strong foreign reserves, diversified export bases, and predictable...

Sidi Yayah Tunis – APC: Sierra Leone Telegraph: 6 August 2026: The All People’s Congress (APC) wishes to commend our Parliamentary Leadership and every APC Member of Parliament for the patriotism, maturity, discipline and principled leadership they have demonstrated throughout the ongoing parliamentary consideration of the Constitution of Sierra Leone (Amendment) Bill. We are immensely proud that our parliamentary representatives have so far conducted themselves with dignity, restraint and an unwavering commitment to the national interest. Their contributions to the debate have reflected the finest traditions of parliamentary democracy—placing country above party and principle above expediency. We are fully conscious that our Members of Parliament have had to operate under extraordinary pressure and, in some instances, face significant temptations and inducements. We therefore encourage them to remain steadfast, resolute and guided by their oath to the people of Sierra Leone. The confidence and trust reposed in them by the electorate...