Transport Costs Update: Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Transport and Aviation has raised provincial and cross-border public transport fares after fuel prices climbed to NLe45.00 per litre, with a 12.5% increase on key routes (including Freetown–Kailahun to NLe394.90 and Freetown–Kono to NLe300.20). City Commuter Rates: New public transport fares for Freetown Municipality and surrounding routes take effect Tuesday, September 8, following petrol hitting NLe40.00 per litre, with multiple route increases agreed with transport unions and operators. Tourism Spotlight: Miss Sierra Leone 2026 Mariyam Lorba Konneh returned to Freetown on Monday after representing Sierra Leone at Miss World in Vietnam, with the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs highlighting her role in promoting Sierra Leone’s culture and tourism. Border Travel Ease: At the Sierra Leone–Liberia border (Mano River Bridge, Jendema), travellers and cross-border traders praised improved immigration services under Senior Immigration Officer Ibrahim Kofi Conteh, citing more respectful treatment and better document guidance. Digital Services for Visitors & Locals: NASSIT says it will launch a new mobile app to help pensioners and contributors pay, update records, and access benefits online or via USSD—aiming to cut queues and travel costs. Regional Football Recognition: FIFA endorsed SLFA President Babadi Kamara’s election as First Vice President of WAFU A, a boost for Sierra Leone’s football profile. Homecoming News: Former President Ernest Bai Koroma returned to Freetown after treason proceedings were dropped, following more than two years in Nigeria—an event likely to draw visitors and attention to the capital.