Author: Human Rights Defenders Network SL
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HRDN-SL Condemns Alleged Torture of Civilians by Military Personnel in Moyamba District
FREETOWN, 2 JULY 2026: HRDN-SL Condemns Alleged Torture of Civilians by Military Personnel in Moyamba District Human Rights Defenders Network Sierra Leone (HRDN-SL) expresses deep concern and condemnation following reports of the alleged torture and inhuman treatment of two civilians by members of the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces (RSLAF) in Senehun, Kamajei Chiefdom,…
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HRDN-SL Calls for Urgent Investigation into Alleged Human Rights Violations against Lifeline Nehemiah Projects
FREETOWN, 30 JUNE 2026: HRDN-SL Calls for Urgent Investigation into Alleged Human Rights Violations against Lifeline Nehemiah Projects and the Kuntorloh Community The Human Rights Defenders Network Sierra Leone (HRDN-SL) expresses grave concern over alleged attacks, arrests, and intimidation targeting human rights defenders, staff, and beneficiaries of Lifeline Nehemiah Projects (Lifeline) in Kuntorloh, Eastern Freetown.…
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HRDN-SL Expresses Concern over Sierra Leone’s Agreement to Receive West African Deportees
The Human Rights Defenders Network Sierra Leone (HRDN-SL) expresses grave concern over Sierra Leone’s agreement with the United States to receive deportees from across West Africa, following the arrival of the first group on 20 May 2026.
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HRDN-SL Calls for Extradition Agreement between Sierra Leone and the Netherlands
The Human Rights Defenders Network Sierra Leone (HRDN-SL) is monitoring two ongoing cross-border matters involving Sierra Leone and the Netherlands, which raise important questions about international justice cooperation, public safety, and the need for clearer extradition frameworks between States.
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HRDN-SL Expresses Concern Over Police Non-Execution of Court Orders
The Human Rights Defenders Network-SL has called on the Inspector General of Police to take immediate and decisive action to ensure that all outstanding court orders are executed without further delay
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Ireland, Sierra Leone Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day 2026
HRDN-SL is delighted to share a special video message from the Ambassador of Ireland to Sierra Leone, celebrating St Patrick’s Day. We express our gratitude to the Irish Embassy and Irish Aid for their generous support of our organization. Ireland’s commitment to human rights has enabled HRDN-SL to carry out vital work across Sierra Leone,…
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GAPS IN SIERRA LEONE’S LAND LAWS
GAPS IN SIERRA LEONE’S LAND LAWS: A HUMAN RIGHTSPERSPECTIVE Sierra Leone’s Customary Land Rights Act, 2022 (No. 20 of 2022) represents a historic shift in recognizing customary land ownership, gender equality, andcommunity participation.It seeks to:
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THE RIGHT TO PROTEST AND POLICE POWERS IN SIERRA LE O N E
The right to peaceful protest is a fundamental feature of democratic governance. It allows citizens to express concerns, challenge publicdecisions, demand accountability, and participate in national dialogue. A peaceful protest is not an act of hostility against the State; it is a legitimate means through which citizens engage with those who exercise public authority.However, the…
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CIVIL SOCIETY AND THE DEFENCE OF PRESS FREEDOM IN SIERRA LEONE
CIVIL SOCIETY AND THE DEFENCE OF PRESS FREEDOM IN SIERRALEONE: PROTECTING DEMOCRACY THROUGH MEDIA FREEDOM A free press is a cornerstone of democratic governance. It informscitizens, exposes wrongdoing, promotes accountability, and provides aplatform for public debate. The media therefore performs a publicfunction that extends beyond reporting events; it strengthenstransparency and ensures that those in authority…
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US Ambassador Bryan David Hunt Visits HRDN SL Regional Office
The purpose of the visit was to engage with local human rights defenders and civil society organizations, fostering dialogue on enhancing collaboration to support human rights-based initiatives and development efforts within the district.