Although politics in Sierra Leone remain troubled, the country continues to stand out for its remarkable religious tolerance and coexistence. This year, Christian Lent and Muslim Ramadan overlap, offering a unique moment for communities to celebrate their sacred traditions side by side. Faith Within Families For many Sierra Leonean families,…
On February 17, 2026, a rare occurrence unfolded as Ash Wednesday, marking the beginning of Lent in the Christian calendar, coincided with the start of Ramadan, the holiest month in the Islamic calendar. This alignment happens only about once every 33 years, due to the shifting cycle of the Islamic…
