Electricity & Industry: The World Bank says its West Africa power integration drive has expanded electricity access to over 3 million people, built 4,000+ km of transmission lines across 15 countries, and is preparing a regional electricity market to cut costs and improve reliability. Agribusiness & Women: Sierra Leone’s First Lady, Fatima Bio, donated food-processing equipment to women farmers and agro-processors nationwide to reduce post-harvest losses and boost value addition. Cocoa Trade: Sierra Leone’s cocoa industry earned major EU recognition, with the EU ambassador saying the country is now the third-largest organic cocoa supplier to the EU. Water Regulation: SLEWRC set approved sachet water prices nationwide (NLe 9 factory; NLe 10 wholesale) and warned of enforcement for overpricing or reducing the 500ml standard. Health Infrastructure: Moyamba Government Hospital commissioned a rehabilitated maternity ward, while Pujehun District is set to complete two 100-bed hospitals in Zimmi and Kpakedu. Judiciary Services: Construction has started on Sierra Leone’s first Judiciary Clinic in Freetown to support judges and court staff with dedicated care facilities. Mining & Jobs: GoldStone says its Sierra Leone partner MinCorp has installed and commissioned a wash plant and is moving toward small-scale gold production. Peace & Creative Industry: Musicians led by Empress P met ICPNC to support peace messaging ahead of Peace Day celebrations.