A vision for the future of Sierra Leone | Julius Maada Bio
A vision for the future of Sierra Leone | Julius Maada Bio
TED Talks News and Politics · Julius Maada Bio
July 3, 201916m 0s
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When Julius Maada Bio first seized political power in Sierra Leone in 1996, he did so to improve the lives of its citizens. But he soon realized that for democracy to flourish, its foundation needs to be built on the will of the people. After arranging an election, he voluntarily gave up power and left Africa. Twenty years later, after being democratically elected president of Sierra Leone, he reflects on the slow path to democracy, the importance of education for all and his focus on helping young Sierra Leoneans thrive.
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