Education Digitisation: The University of Sierra Leone has dropped the requirement for hard-bound dissertation copies, moving to electronic-only submissions from Aug. 28 to cut costs and waste. Credentials & Security: Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Technical and Higher Education is engaging the Government Printing Department to produce degree certificates locally, aiming to reduce delays while strengthening anti-forgery safeguards. Teacher Welfare: The Sierra Leone Teachers Union says a government pledge to promote about 3,000 teachers is still unimplemented, citing ongoing welfare and working-condition concerns. Power Safety: Residents report an electricity pole fire along Krootown Road in Freetown on Aug. 28, with calls for regular inspection and maintenance of the distribution network. Mining Enforcement: Seventeen people were arrested for alleged illegal mining and unlawful activities inside Outamba-Kilimi National Park, with charges expected after investigations. Local Food Procurement: The RSLAF has bought 9,000 bags of locally produced rice under an agreement with the Ministry of Agriculture to rotate reserves and strengthen farmers’ markets. Youth & Jobs: MoPED and UNICEF discussed new collaboration areas including youth employment, local production of nutrition products, and investment mobilisation. Mining Logistics: Leone Rock Metal Group says new locomotives have arrived to boost efficiency and reliability across its rail and port system from Tonkolili to Pepel. Protected Areas & Environment: The NPAA operation highlights intensified enforcement to protect Sierra Leone’s natural resources.