Speaking Truth to Power: What is the Price of Truth in Sierra Leone?

Speaking truth to power sounds noble, but in Sierra Leone, it can come with a heavy price. In this episode of Honestly Speaking, Antonia Howard sits down with journalist Umaru Fofana to unpack what it really means to challenge authority in a country where truth can be dangerous, and sometimes, even for sale. From political backlash and personal risk to the quiet pressures of survival in a fragile media landscape, we explore how power responds when questioned, and why truth itself can become a commodity. What does it cost to stand against corruption, inequality, and injustice? Who pays the price? And who benefits from silence? And what role do ordinary citizens play in defending (or undermining) the truth? #honestlyspeakingsl #podcast #sierraleone