Culture and history

Sierra Leone connects Kriyol (Krio) urban culture with the traditions of the Mende and Temne peoples, where community institutions, rites of passage and respect for elders are important.

The colonial period and the country's subsequent history reinforced the values of mutual aid and moderation.

The religious mosaic of Islam and Christianity sets a restrained attitude to excitement and an emphasis on personal responsibility.

Popular forms of leisure are football, music festivals and street games; lotteries are perceived as mass entertainment with a social connotation.

In cities with the spread of mobile Internet, interest in betting and online games is growing, while public expectations require transparency, protection of minors and prevention of addiction.