'We Dey Survive': Street Vendors Share Their Hustle Stories in Downtown Freetown

From dawn to dusk, the street vendors of Freetown keep the city alive. We spoke to five of them about survival, dreams, and what Salone means to them.

Salonegist Crew April 22, 2025 1 min read 8,202 views

It's 5:30 AM and the streets of downtown Freetown are already buzzing with activity.

Mama Fatmata's Story

"I've been selling gara cloth here for 30 years," says Mama Fatmata.

The Young Entrepreneurs

Alongside the seasoned veterans, a new generation of tech-savvy vendors is emerging. Alhaji, 24, sells phone accessories but takes orders via WhatsApp.

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Fatmata B.

Apr 23, 2025

The hustle is real! Respect to all the street vendors. 💪

What Do Freetown Residents Think About the New Road Project?

We took to the streets of Freetown to hear what ordinary citizens think about the government's ambitious new road construction initiative.

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Street Interviews

'Wetin You Think About Education in Salone?' — People on the Streets Respond

We hit the streets of Bo and Freetown to ask everyday Sierra Leoneans about the state of education.