Sierra Leone: Diamonds, Foreign Aid, and the Uncertain Prospects for Post-Conflict Reconstruction

This article from the United Nations University examines the external and internal dimensions of post-conflict reconstruction in Sierra Leone. "Although foreign aid is a welcome source of external support for reconstruction efforts, it is finite like any other resource. Reconstruction must also address intangible issues such as corruption as well as the healing of society through the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and the Special Court for Sierra Leone."