Sierra Leone is quite wealthy due to its natural resources. It is among the top 10 diamond producing nations in the world. It also is a top producer of titanium and bauxite, and a major producer of gold. The country also has the third largest natural harbor in the world.
Shipping from all over the world takes place in the harbor called Queen Elizabeth II Quay. The country is one of the most religiously tolerant nations in the world with 60% of the population being Muslim. Despite all their natural resources and wealth, the country has a 70% poverty rate on its people. This is pretty notable, because wealth in natural resources usually correlates highly with poverty levels. The country is emerging from a long civil war with signs of economic recovery.
Shipping from all over the world takes place in the harbor called Queen Elizabeth II Quay. The country is one of the most religiously tolerant nations in the world with 60% of the population being Muslim. Despite all their natural resources and wealth, the country has a 70% poverty rate on its people. This is pretty notable, because wealth in natural resources usually correlates highly with poverty levels. The country is emerging from a long civil war with signs of economic recovery.
