10 Least Developed Countries in the World Heading into 2024

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7. Sierra Leone

HDI Ranking: 181

GDP Per Capita: $461

Composite Score: 7

Sierra Leone is confronted with food insecurity and economic vulnerabilities resulting from external shocks and policy missteps. The dependence on food imports, particularly rice, along with a decrease in domestic agricultural productivity, exacerbates these challenges. The issue of food insecurity in Sierra Leone can be traced back to a history of civil war that caused extensive damage to infrastructure and agricultural practices.

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