Local Content Compliance: Sierra Leone Local Content Agency (SLLCA) has audited Leone Rock Mining in Pepel, Port Loko, checking jobs, procurement, and local supplier participation, with preliminary findings saying compliance fell short and follow-up engagement is planned. Monetary Policy: Bank of Sierra Leone raised the Monetary Policy Rate by 0.25 points to 17% as inflationary pressures build amid Middle East-driven uncertainty and higher global costs. Energy & Power Access: Vice President Juldeh Jalloh told a London audience that energy gains over eight years include MCC support (~US$480m), rising electricity access (17% to 36%), and new solar expansion—key for trade and industry reliability. Trade Finance for Industry: AfDB will cover up to 100% default risk on trade deals confirmed by Ghana International Bank, aiming to ease the trade finance squeeze that also affects Sierra Leone’s importers and exporters. Renewables for Households: Easy Solar and Mikashboks launched a “Save to Buy” model letting customers acquire solar systems via savings and digital vouchers, avoiding debt. Census Logistics: Stats SL completed nationwide cartographic mapping ahead of the 2026 Population and Housing Census, moving the country toward enumeration with clearer boundaries and field planning. Media Labour Rights: Labour Minister Swaray met IFJ, SLAJ and RUSL on journalists’ welfare, citing concerns about minimum wage, NASSIT registration, and labour law compliance. Fuel Storage Tax Fight: Parliament blocked a proposed tax concession deal for Aminata & Sons tied to petroleum storage tanks, after lawmakers warned of major revenue losses.