Claim Details

Sierra Leone returned as a non-permanent member of the Security Council nine months ago, after an absence of 53 years.

Checked on 2024-09-25

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Overall CRAAP Scores:
  • Currency 8.4
  • Relevance 10.0
  • Authority 8.4
  • Accuracy 9.4
  • Purpose 8.2
Sources:
President of Sierra Leone: When Will the United Nations Security ...

Only nine months ago, Sierra Leone returned as a non-permanent member of the Security Council after an absence of 53 years. Twenty-five years ago, our shattering civil war was among the thorniest ...

CRAAP Scores:
  • Currency (10.0): The source is up-to-date, as it was last crawled on 2024-09-24.
  • Relevance (10.0): The source directly relates to the claim about Sierra Leone returning as a non-permanent member of the Security Council after an absence of 53 years.
  • Authority (8.0): The source is from a reputable news organization, but the article is an opinion piece written by the President of Sierra Leone, which may introduce some bias.
  • Accuracy (9.0): The information provided in the snippet seems reliable and correct, but it's an opinion piece, so there might be some personal perspective involved.
  • Purpose (7.0): The purpose of the information is clear, but since it's an opinion piece, it may not be entirely free of bias.
As a UN Security Council member, Sierra Leone will promote peace ...

We are returning to the UN Security Council in the non-permanent category after 53 years. Being voted for by 188 countries [there are 193 UN member states] is a demonstration of the respect for ...

CRAAP Scores:
  • Currency (8.0): The source is from May 2023, which is relatively recent, but it might not be the most current information available.
  • Relevance (10.0): The source directly discusses Sierra Leone's return to the UN Security Council and its absence of 53 years, making it highly relevant to the claim.
  • Authority (9.0): The source is from the United Nations, which is a reputable and authoritative source for information on international relations and global affairs.
  • Accuracy (10.0): The information provided in the source is accurate and directly supports the claim about Sierra Leone's return to the UN Security Council after 53 years.
  • Purpose (8.0): The purpose of the information is clear, as it aims to inform readers about Sierra Leone's role in the UN Security Council. However, there might be some bias in promoting peace and security, as it is a UN publication.
Africa Aware: Sierra Leone's return to the UN Security Council

54 years ago, Sierra Leone was elected to the United Nations Security Council as a non-permanent member for the first time, serving a two-year mandate from 1970 to 1971. Now, Sierra Leone returns to the Security Council for the 2024-25 term after enduring a decade of civil war and embarking on a 20-year journey of post-war reconstruction.

CRAAP Scores:
  • Currency (8.0): The source is from 2024, which is recent and up-to-date.
  • Relevance (10.0): The source directly relates to the claim about Sierra Leone's return to the UN Security Council.
  • Authority (8.0): The source is from Chatham House, a reputable international affairs think tank.
  • Accuracy (8.0): The information provided in the snippet seems reliable and correct based on the context.
  • Purpose (9.0): The purpose of the information is clear, and it appears to be free of bias.
As a UN Security Council member, Sierra Leone will promote peace ...

Today marks a momentous day for Sierra Leone. We are returning to the UN Security Council in the non-permanent category after 53 years. Being voted for by 188 countries [there are 193 UN member states] is a demonstration of the respect for Sierra Leone. Sierra Leone is no longer defined by its troubled past.

CRAAP Scores:
  • Currency (8.0): The source is from 2024, which is recent and up-to-date.
  • Relevance (10.0): The source directly addresses the claim about Sierra Leone returning to the UN Security Council after 53 years.
  • Authority (9.0): The source is from the Africa Renewal magazine, which is a reputable publication by the United Nations.
  • Accuracy (10.0): The information provided in the source matches the claim and is supported by the context of the article.
  • Purpose (8.0): The purpose of the information is clear, as it discusses Sierra Leone's return to the UN Security Council and its goals. However, there might be some bias towards promoting positive aspects of Sierra Leone's role in the council.
Sierra Leone Elected Non-Permanent Member of UN Security Council

12 June 2023 10:00. Peter Clottey. 0:00 0:05:07. Direct link. Sierra Leonean citizens are rejoicing following the election of the country to the U.N. Security Council as a non-permanent member, after an absence of 53 years from the world body. Sierra Leone becomes one of two African representatives on the Security Council, joining Mozambique.

CRAAP Scores:
  • Currency (8.0): The source is from June 2023, which is relatively recent and up-to-date.
  • Relevance (10.0): The source directly relates to the claim about Sierra Leone being elected as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council.
  • Authority (8.0): The source is from Voice of America, a reputable news organization known for its accurate and balanced reporting.
  • Accuracy (10.0): The information provided in the source is reliable, truthful, and correct, as it directly addresses the claim.
  • Purpose (9.0): The purpose of the information is clear, and it appears to be free of bias, providing factual information about Sierra Leone's election to the UN Security Council.
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