Five Sierra Leoneans Safely Repatriated from Myanmar

May 9, 2025

Five Sierra Leonean nationals who had been stranded in Myanmar have successfully returned home, thanks to efforts coordinated by the Sierra Leone Embassy in Beijing.

The repatriation process, which began over two months ago, was carried out in partnership with the International Organization for Migration and supported by Thai authorities to ensure the safe transit of the individuals.

A representative from the embassy received the returnees at the Thailand-Myanmar border as they were escorted out of the region.

While the circumstances that led to their stranding remain undisclosed, officials emphasized their ongoing commitment to protecting and assisting Sierra Leoneans living abroad.

This repatriation effort highlights the importance of international cooperation in addressing migration-related challenges. The returnees are expected to be reunited with their families, and the government has pledged support to help them reintegrate into society.