What's behind the violent protests in Sierra Leone? | Inside Story

Calm has returned to Sierra Leone following rare violent protests against high living costs.

The government imposed a nationwide curfew after at least 21 demonstrators and six police officers were killed.

President Julius Maada Bio says the unrest is 'terrorism', instigated by Sierra Leoneans living abroad.

How should the government respond?

And could record-high fuel and food prices spark social unrest elsewhere in the region?

Presenter: Laura Kyle

Guests:

Ovigwe Eguegu - Policy Analyst, Development Reimagined

Marcella Samba-Sesay - Executive Director, Campaign for Good Governance

Ken Ife - Development Economist and Lead Consultant to ECOWAS Commission

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