A worsening humanitarian crisis is unfolding at the Gbalamuya border in Kambia District, where over 137 Sierra Leoneans forcibly evicted from Guinea remain stranded under dire circumstances.

Reports indicate that Guinean authorities not only expelled these residents but also destroyed their homes and belongings, leaving them with no choice but to seek refuge in their homeland.

Tragically, these displaced individuals were met with rejection upon reaching the Sierra Leonean border, unable to gain entry into their own country.

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Today, December 10, 2024, five more Sierra Leoneans were delivered to the Gbalamuya border by Guinean military personnel. As of now, all parts of the Guinea border have been closed, further exacerbating the plight of Sierra Leoneans caught in limbo.

Adding to the turmoil, the closure of the border coincides with Guinea’s customary Luma business day, deepening the economic and social strain on affected communities.

The Sierra Leonean authorities have expressed grave dissatisfaction over these unprecedented and distressing events, but urgent action remains absent.

Huddled under makeshift shelters, these evictees, including men, women, and children, face unimaginable hardship and uncertainty. Their cries for intervention and recognition echo unanswered, highlighting the urgent need for the Sierra Leonean government to step in and provide relief.

This situation raises critical questions about accountability, regional cooperation, and the responsibilities of governments to safeguard their citizens in moments of crisis.

As the stranded Sierra Leoneans beg for rescue, their plight demands immediate and compassionate action from all parties involved.