Curfew extended in Sierra Leone after violent anti-government protest

The authorities in Sierra Leone extend curfew after violent protests yesterday in Freetown and at least two towns in the north of the country known to be opposition strongholds. A cautious calm has returned today with some shops opening. Twenty seven people including police officers are amongst the dead.

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Photo: Riot police members patrol the street during anti-government protests in Freetown, Sierra Leone. Credit: REUTERS/Umaru Fofana