Climate Finance: The IMF has approved about $211.5 million for Sierra Leone under its Resilience and Sustainability Facility to help the country withstand climate-related shocks, while also completing its third review of the Extended Credit Facility with an immediate $31.7 million disbursement. Energy Transition: Vice President Dr. Mohamed Juldeh Jalloh told a London Civic Day forum that electricity access has risen from 17% to 36%, citing major investments including an MCC compact (about $480m) and new solar generation. Storm Preparedness in Freetown: The NDMA has launched a flood awareness campaign in flood-prone communities, urging residents to protect drainage and waterways during the rainy season. Flood Risk Messaging: NDMA’s sensitisation targets areas like Jui, Portee, Wellington, Shell, Up Gun and the PZ axis, using early warning jingles and public safety messages. Ocean & Blue Economy Commitments: Global leaders announced $6.4 billion in new ocean action commitments at the Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa, with funding for fisheries, coastal protection and climate resilience. Tourism Regulation: Sierra Leone’s tourism authorities say noise rules along Lumley Beach will be enforced, with music switched off by 2:00 a.m. to protect the tourism sector.