AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSahel Security & Alliances: Burkina Faso’s break with France and new diplomatic ties with Israel underline how Sahel states are reshuffling partnerships amid rising insecurity and pressure that is now pushing displacement toward the coast. Displacement Crisis: UNHCR and IOM figures show nearly 20 million forcibly displaced and stateless people across West and Central Africa, with the Central Sahel a key hotspot and Mauritania included in forecasts for a sharp rise by end-2026. Locust Watch: UN FAO reports an upsurge of desert locusts, with Morocco facing the highest pressure and Algeria, Mauritania and Sahel countries preparing for possible summer movements. Water & Climate Risk: The African Water Forum in Chad calls for urgent action as hundreds of millions still lack safe drinking water and climate change threatens major economic losses. Mauritania Tourism Boost: IFC commits up to $15m to expand Nouakchott’s Sheraton Nouakchott, aiming to grow business tourism, jobs, and local supplier links. Energy Infrastructure: Morocco’s $25bn Atlantic gas pipeline segment moves forward, including a receiving link for offshore gas arriving from Mauritania. Biodiversity & Coasts: Spain’s revived plan to restore the Mediterranean monk seal includes cooperation with Mauritania, Portugal and Morocco, with habitat and feasibility studies underway.
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