Maritime Modernisation: Sierra Leone’s Maritime Administration says Parliament’s revised Merchant Shipping Act is a historic step to modernise, secure and make the sector more competitive for trade and investment. Housing & Student Accommodation: Government signed an MOU with Shelta Arique Development Bank and TAF Global Africa to build affordable housing units and university hostels, pushing more public-private partnerships to ease accommodation pressure. Business & Investment Climate: The National Investment Board urged stronger support for SMEs at a World Bank-backed investor roundtable, highlighting reforms like the One Stop Shop and plans for online business registration. Macroeconomic Watch: The IMF reports Sierra Leone has made progress under its ECF/RSF programme, but warns revenue shortfalls and rising external pressures are building. Energy Politics: The information minister says SLPP’s 2028 election chances hinge on energy, pointing to major power-sector projects and reforms. Local Services: Immigration services have expanded to Bo to reduce travel to Freetown for passports and related services. Infrastructure & Daily Life: Residents on Freetown’s Hill Side Bye-Pass complain blocked drainage is worsening flooding and disrupting school and commuter movement. Skills & Education Oversight: Parliament’s technical and higher education committee concluded oversight engagements with private universities, focusing on governance, programmes and student welfare. Food & Fisheries Support: BFAR-7 announced cash aid for about 43,000 fishers as fuel costs squeeze operations and reduce catches.