Extreme Heat Costs Cities: A new HERA report, “Counting the Cost of Heat,” models Freetown and finds extreme heat already drains city economies (up to 4–8% of city GDP) and hits women in informal work hardest—projected to worsen by 2050. Environmental Journalism Boost: CJID announced an expanded environmental and climate journalism programme across West Africa, including Sierra Leone, with training aimed at better climate resilience and environmental governance reporting. Clean Fuel Accountability: Sierra Leone’s fuel quality debate heats up as lawmakers question whether imported fuel matches the sulphur standards Sierra Leone pays for, linking poor fuel to air pollution and vehicle engine problems. Freetown Waste Push: WAICA Re donated 40 dustbins to support FCC’s #DortiMusGo sanitation drive, with bins going to municipal schools and plans for regular collection. Urban Walkway Enforcement: SLRA and SLRSA launched “Operation Push Back” to clear makeshift structures and illegal encroachments on Freetown pedestrian walkways, improving safety and access. Heat-Resilient Policy Through Data: Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Gender opened a workshop to strengthen monitoring and reporting on the Women, Peace and Security agenda using the Continental Results Framework. Illegal Fishing Threat: Sherbro Island fishers say foreign trawlers are driving down catches and allegedly cutting nets inside exclusion zones, threatening food security and livelihoods. Digital ID for Inclusion: Sierra Leone and Bhutan signed an MoU with the Sign Foundation to build a secure, interoperable digital identity platform—aimed at stronger public services and citizen empowerment. Energy Dialogue Context: Pakistan joined the International Energy Forum, with Sierra Leone cited among recent entrants—highlighting momentum on energy security and inclusive energy transitions.