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Sierra Leone first lady refuses to condemn FGM

Published Wednesday, June 17, 2026 · Updated June 17

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  • Critique of First Lady's Stance on FGM — 1 source

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Sierra Leone's First Lady, Fatima Maada Bio, has refused to condemn female genital mutilation (FGM), stating that she requires reliable data on its harms. This stance comes despite a national survey showing a decrease in FGM prevalence from 90% in 2013 to 83% in 2019, drawing criticism from human rights activists.

What We Know — Key Points

  • A national survey in Sierra Leone found the proportion of women who are cut decreased from 90% in 2013 to 83% in 2019.
  • Sierra Leone's First Lady, Fatima Maada Bio, refused to condemn female genital mutilation (FGM), citing a need for reliable data on its harms.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

Critique of First Lady's Stance on FGM
  • The Guardian

    The Guardian frames the first lady's stance as controversial and problematic, highlighting the severe health consequences of FGM and the international condemnation of the practice, aligning with a progressive human rights perspective.

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