Yenga Residents Remain Displaced as Security Concerns Delay Return Home
Osman Tolo Sesay Residents of Yenga continue to remain displaced as persistent security concerns prevent them from returning to their homes, according to the town’s Chief, Tamba Nyuma.
Chief Nyuma said many families are unwilling to resettle because armed Guinean soldiers are still present in the border community, creating fears over their safety and security.
He explained that the continued presence of the foreign troops has left residents uncertain about returning to their homes, with many choosing to remain in displacement rather than risk their safety.
The prolonged displacement has disrupted the lives and livelihoods of affected families, many of whom have been unable to resume farming, trading and other economic activities in the community.
Yenga, a border town that has long been at the centre of territorial disputes between Sierra Leone and Guinea, has experienced recurring tensions over the years despite diplomatic efforts by both countries to resolve the issue.
Community leaders are calling for a peaceful resolution that will restore confidence among residents and create conditions for the safe and voluntary return of displaced families.
The latest concerns underscore the continuing humanitarian and security challenges facing Yenga residents as they await a lasting solution to the longstanding border dispute.