By Sahrfoa Matturie
Shebora Samba Kamara is emerging as a bold voice in Sierra Leone’s battle against kush, the synthetic drug increasingly devastating the country’s youth.
Speaking on the Then and Now Podcast, Kamara described the drug as “a silent destroyer of our nation’s future,” emphasizing the urgent need for coordinated action.
“Every young person lost to kush is a talent, a dream, a future that could have shaped Sierra Leone. We cannot afford to look away,” he said, appealing to both the government and community leaders to act swiftly.
Kamara called on government agencies, civil society, religious organizations, and development partners to collaborate in creating rehabilitation centers, counseling programs, and nationwide awareness campaigns. He highlighted root causes such as unemployment, peer pressure, and insufficient mental health support, insisting that a holistic approach is crucial to protecting the youth.
“Law enforcement alone will not solve this problem. Education, jobs, and guidance for young people are essential to turn the tide,” Kamara stressed.
Listeners praised Kamara’s candid advocacy, describing it as a wake-up call for authorities and citizens alike. He concluded by urging continuous public dialogue and community involvement, emphasizing that saving Sierra Leonean youth from kush is a shared responsibility.
As the kush crisis deepens, voices like Kamara’s are critical in raising awareness, driving policy action, and mobilizing communities to confront substance abuse across the nation.
