Lead Author:
THOMSON Shannon
Co-Author(s):
RATTUE Melanie
Published by:
Orchid Projectect
Year published:
2025
The prevalence of FGM/C in Sierra Leone has decreased from 91.3% to 83% between 2008 and 2019 which appears to indicate some positive progress in eradicating the practice. However, at least 20% of girls are cut after the age of 15 years. Sierra Leone currently lacks legislation that prohibits FGM/C. Despite rising international pressure calling for the end of the practice following the death of three girls in 2024, FGM/C continues to be practiced across the country.
