Mining & Justice in Kono: Sierra Leone’s Court of Appeal has dismissed Octea Mining Limited’s appeal, clearing the way for MAPO and affected residents to continue their High Court case over alleged environmental, economic and social harm from mining in Kono. Climate Finance & Green Investment: Parliamentarians held a National Green Investment Dialogue in Freetown, pushing for bankable community green energy zones and stronger monitoring of climate funds to stop misuse and deliver real results. Resettlement Oversight: MoPED inspected Sembehun communities affected by Sierra Rutile’s expansion, reviewing relocation sites, compensation, crop valuation, grievance systems and RAP processes under the 2023 resettlement law. Environment Policy in Parliament: The Environment and Climate Change Deputy Minister told MPs climate finance must turn vulnerability into opportunity, warning Sierra Leone faces flooding, coastal erosion, deforestation, land degradation, irregular rainfall and biodiversity threats. Fuel Station Safety: NPRA reaffirmed Sierra Leone’s moratorium on new fuel station construction, saying it’s assessing compliance with safety siting rules and will sanction illegal projects. Community Health & Sustainability: Orange Sierra Leone Foundation refurbished a maternal health facility in York Village, upgrading labour and post-natal care with key equipment. Press Freedom Watch: A new global index says press freedom is at a 25-year low, with most countries facing “difficult” or “very serious” conditions—an issue that shapes how environmental risks get reported.