AGP Executive Report

Humanitarian Coordination in Mauritania: The OIC Secretary-General urged stronger Red Crescent/Red Cross cooperation to tackle crises driven by conflict, natural disasters and climate change, praising Nouakchott for hosting the session. Arab Humanitarian Links: Qatar Red Crescent joined ARCO talks in Nouakchott, focusing on expanding aid and improving coordination with Mauritanian partners. Marine Pollution Monitoring: Scientists from 21 African countries met in Accra to harmonise microplastics monitoring protocols for coastal waters, including Mauritania, aiming for comparable data to guide marine protection. Local Climate & Livelihoods Under Pressure: A report highlights the Imraguen community around Banc d’Arguin, where climate change and overfishing threaten a desert-ocean way of life. Cost of Living & Energy: Mauritania will keep the fuel oil subsidy at 70 MRO per litre to cushion households as prices remain unchanged. Water & Power Security in the Region: Mali’s capital faced outages after suspected sabotage hit a key transmission line, disrupting water distribution and deepening hardship. Women’s Economic Empowerment: Qatar Charity and Mauritania’s ministry inaugurated a Nouakchott sewing workshop to support vulnerable female graduates with income opportunities.

Marine Pollution Monitoring: Scientists from 21 African countries, including Mauritania, are meeting in Accra to harmonise microplastics monitoring protocols for coastal waters, using nuclear and isotopic techniques to produce comparable data and guide marine-protection policies. Desert-to-Ocean Livelihoods Under Threat: A new report spotlights the Imraguen fishing community around Banc d’Arguin, where climate change and overfishing are putting centuries-old, nature-linked practices at risk. Fuel Costs in Focus: Mauritania will keep the fuel oil subsidy at 70 MRO per litre, with prices unchanged for the month, as the government tries to cushion cost-of-living pressures. Fuel Station Oversight: Qatar’s cabinet approved a law to regulate and monitor fuel stations, aiming to strengthen environmental protection, public health, and safety standards. Humanitarian Coordination: Qatar Red Crescent Society officials met in Nouakchott with Arab and international partners to discuss expanding humanitarian operations in Mauritania and improving coordination with the Qatari embassy. Energy Disruption in the Region: Mali’s capital Bamako faces major water and power outages after suspected sabotage hit a key transmission line—another reminder of how fragile infrastructure is across the Sahel.

Marine Plastic Monitoring: Scientists from 21 African countries, including Mauritania, are meeting in Accra to harmonise microplastics monitoring protocols for coastal waters, aiming for comparable data and stronger policies to protect marine ecosystems. Fuel Subsidy & Cost of Living: Mauritania will keep the fuel oil subsidy at 70 MRO per litre, with prices unchanged this month, as the government tries to cushion households from economic pressure. Imraguen Under Threat: A new report highlights how Mauritania’s Imraguen fishing community around Banc d’Arguin—living in harmony with the desert-ocean—faces mounting risks from climate change and overfishing. Regional Fisheries Cooperation: The Gambia launched a fisheries plan to protect small pelagic stocks like sardinella and bonga, stressing that shared fish resources require cross-border management with Mauritania and others. Energy Disruption in the Region: Mali’s capital Bamako is dealing with major electricity and water outages after suspected sabotage hit a key power transmission line—an example of how fragile infrastructure can fail fast. Women’s Livelihoods in Nouakchott: Qatar Charity opened a sewing workshop in Nouakchott with Mauritania’s social action ministry, supporting vulnerable female graduates with income-generating training.

Marine Plastic Monitoring: Scientists from 21 African countries met in Accra to harmonise microplastics monitoring protocols for coastal environments, aiming for comparable data to guide marine pollution policy. Migration & Security: The US Department of Homeland Security published an updated “Worst of the Worst” deportation list of 374 West Africans, including 12 people from Mauritania. Fuel Prices & Cost of Living: Mauritania will keep the fuel oil subsidy at 70 MRO per litre, with fuel prices unchanged for the month, as the state tries to ease pressure on households. Desert-Ocean Livelihoods: A new report highlights how the Imraguen fishing community around Banc d’Arguin faces threats from climate change and overfishing, putting a rare desert-ocean way of life at risk. Women’s Livelihoods in Nouakchott: Qatar Charity and Mauritania’s social action ministry inaugurated a sewing workshop to support female graduates and boost income for vulnerable families. Digital Learning Push: MBRGI’s Digital School initiative plans to reach over 500,000 people in Mauritania and five other African countries with digital education, teacher training, and job-ready skills.

Fuel Subsidy Watch: Mauritania will keep its fuel oil subsidy at 70 MRO per litre, costing about 3.15 billion old ouguiyas monthly, as the government tries to cushion cost-of-living pressure. Energy & Environment: In Mali, suspected sabotage hit a major power transmission line feeding Bamako, triggering electricity and water outages and forcing residents to rely on boreholes and wells. Coastal Livelihoods Under Threat: A new report highlights how the Imraguen fishing community around Mauritania’s Banc d’Arguin—where motors are banned and wading nets are used—faces mounting pressure from climate change and overfishing. Mining & Climate-Linked Policy: At the MOTA 2026 summit in Paris, Mauritania’s mining strategy was framed around “sovereignty” plus investor trust, aiming to build sustainable value from gold, iron, uranium and copper. Skills for a Greener Future: MBRGI and The Digital School announced a digital learning push for 500,000+ people across Mauritania and five other African countries, focusing on schools, teacher training and job-ready skills.

Banc d’Arguin & Imraguen under pressure: A new report spotlights how climate change and overfishing are threatening the desert-ocean way of life of Mauritania’s Imraguen community inside the UNESCO-listed Banc d’Arguin National Park, where traditional sail-based fishing and seasonal net methods depend on healthy fish stocks and migratory wildlife. Mining policy & sovereignty: At the Mining on Top Africa (MOTA) 2026 summit in Paris, Mauritania’s mining leadership argues for “trust-based” sovereignty—using legal stability and the SNIM model to keep investor confidence while maximizing value from gold, iron, uranium and copper. Energy costs & fuel subsidy: Mauritania will keep its fuel oil subsidy at 70 MRO per litre to cushion cost-of-living pressures, with fuel prices unchanged for the month. Digital learning push: MBRGI and The Digital School announced a digital education initiative reaching over 500,000 people across Mauritania and five other African countries, focusing on learning spaces, teacher training and job-ready skills. Regional climate context: China’s Great Green Wall effort reports 66 billion trees planted so far, while Africa expands its own desertification fight.

Imraguen & Banc d’Arguin: Mauritania’s Imraguen fishing community at UNESCO-listed Banc d’Arguin is facing mounting pressure from climate change and overfishing, as traditional sail-and-net methods struggle against shrinking resources in the dune-lined bay. Fuel Subsidy & Cost of Living: The Mauritanian government says it will keep the fuel oil subsidy at 70 MRO per litre, costing about 3.15 billion old ouguiyas monthly, to cushion households amid economic strain. Digital Learning for Youth: MBRGI and The Digital School announced a digital education push reaching 500,000+ people across Mauritania and five other African countries, with digital learning spaces, teacher training, and job-ready skills. Mali Spillover on Water/Energy: A suspected sabotage attack in Bamako left districts without electricity and running water, forcing residents to rely on boreholes and wells—an example of how regional instability hits basic services. Desertification Fight: China’s Great Green Wall effort reports 66 billion trees planted, with 34 billion more planned, while experts warn plantations can’t fully replace natural forests for long-term biodiversity.

Mali Crisis Spillover: Suspected sabotage knocked out electricity and running water across Bamako for two days, with the disruption linked to damage on a high-voltage line supplying the city from the Manantali Dam on the Mali–Mauritania–Senegal border—leaving residents queuing for water and relying on boreholes. Mauritania Social & Skills Boost: Qatar Charity (QC) and Mauritania’s Ministry of Social Action inaugurated a sewing workshop in Nouakchott for female graduates of the Women’s Empowerment Training Centre, targeting vulnerable families and aiming for steady income through production and marketing links. Desertification Fight: China says it has planted 66 billion trees under the Great Green Wall and projects 34 billion more by mid-century, while experts warn plantations can help short-term carbon uptake but natural forests matter for long-term resilience and biodiversity. Cost of Living Pressure: Mauritania will keep its fuel oil subsidy at 70 MRO per litre to cushion citizens amid economic strain, with fuel prices unchanged for the month. Digital Sovereignty: Mauritania launched its first national cloud platform to host government data and services locally, aiming to improve cybersecurity and continuity of public services. Energy Cooperation: Russia and Mauritania agreed to step up work on oil, gas, power (including wind), and cybersecurity for critical infrastructure.

Mauritania Digital Sovereignty: Mauritania launched its first national cloud platform to host government data and services locally, aiming to boost cybersecurity, protect sensitive national information, and keep public services running securely. Women’s Economic Empowerment: Qatar Charity (QC), with Mauritania’s Ministry of Social Action, opened a sewing workshop in Nouakchott for female graduates, targeting vulnerable families and linking training to income opportunities. Desertification Fight: China says it has planted 66 billion trees under the Great Green Wall and plans 34 billion more, while experts note plantations can help short-term carbon uptake but natural forests better support long-term biodiversity. Energy Costs & Climate Pressure: Mauritania will keep its fuel oil subsidy at 70 MRO per litre to ease cost-of-living strain, with fuel prices unchanged for the month. Regional Energy Cooperation: Russia and Mauritania agreed to step up work on oil, gas, power (including wind), and cybersecurity for critical infrastructure. Fisheries Sustainability (Region-wide): Gambia launched a fisheries plan to protect key small pelagic stocks like sardinella and bonga, stressing shared management across borders including Mauritania. Oil & LNG Watch: Kosmos Energy set its Q2 2026 results schedule and reported strong LNG performance tied to the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim project.

Fuel Subsidy & Cost of Living: Mauritania will keep its fuel oil subsidy at 70 MRO per litre, with the state estimating a monthly cost of 3.15 billion old ouguiyas, as officials try to cushion households from global price pressures. Digital Sovereignty: Mauritania launched its first national cloud platform to host government data and services locally, aiming to boost cybersecurity and keep public services running securely. Energy Cooperation: Russia and Mauritania agreed to step up work on energy projects, including oil and gas, power plant upgrades, wind and other renewables, plus cybersecurity for critical infrastructure. Education & Skills: MBRGI and The Digital School announced a digital learning initiative reaching 500,000+ people across six African countries including Mauritania, with support for schools, teacher training, and job-ready skills. Regional Climate Context: A heat-wave-linked discussion in Paris highlighted how emissions and cooling demand can worsen extreme heat impacts—an issue Mauritania communities will feel through hotter, drier conditions and water stress.

Energy & Climate Links: Kosmos Energy says Mauritania–Senegal’s Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) LNG project is performing strongly, with nine LNG cargos lifted in the second quarter, as the company updates output plans across the region. Cost of Living & Energy Policy: Mauritania will keep its fuel oil subsidy at 70 MRO per litre, with the state estimating a monthly cost of 3.15 billion old ouguiyas, while fuel prices stay unchanged this month. Digital Sovereignty: Mauritania launched its first national cloud platform to host government data and services locally, aiming to boost cybersecurity and keep public services running securely. Water & Climate Stress: A new global map highlights extreme water stress in water-stressed countries, underscoring how freshwater withdrawals are outpacing renewable supplies—an issue that matters for Mauritania’s climate resilience and planning. Regional Energy Cooperation: Russia and Mauritania agreed to step up work on energy projects, including oil and gas, renewables like wind, and cybersecurity for critical infrastructure.

Fuel Subsidy Watch: Mauritania will keep its fuel oil subsidy at 70 MRO per litre, with the state set to spend about 3.15 billion old ouguiyas per month to ease cost-of-living pressure; officials also said fuel prices will stay unchanged this month, after last month’s Nouakchott prices (petrol 65.02 MRU/l, kerosene 55.22, diesel 62.13). Digital Sovereignty: Mauritania launched its first national cloud platform to host government data and services locally, aiming to boost cybersecurity, protect sensitive information, and keep public services running reliably. Energy Cooperation: Russia and Mauritania agreed to step up work on energy projects, including oil and gas cooperation, power plant engineering, renewables like wind, and cybersecurity for critical infrastructure. Learning for Climate-Resilient Futures: MBRGI and The Digital School announced a digital learning initiative reaching 500,000+ people across Mauritania and five other African countries, with support for schools, digital learning spaces, teacher training, and job-ready skills. Water Stress Context: A new global map highlights extreme water stress in many countries, underscoring the wider climate-linked pressure on water supplies that Mauritania’s region also faces.

Digital Sovereignty: Mauritania launched its first national cloud platform to host government data and services locally, aiming to boost cybersecurity, protect sensitive information, and keep public services running reliably. Water & Climate Risk: A new global map highlights where safe drinking water is still out of reach, underscoring how uneven water access leaves millions exposed as climate pressures grow. Regional Energy Cooperation: Russia and Mauritania agreed to step up work on energy projects, including oil and gas, power plant upgrades, wind power, and cybersecurity for critical infrastructure. Education for Resilience: MBRGI and The Digital School announced a digital learning push for over 500,000 people across six African countries including Mauritania, with plans for learning spaces and teacher training. Heat & Food Prices: Record European heat is driving up wheat prices, a reminder that extreme weather can quickly ripple into food costs. Water Stress Reality Check: Another data-driven look at water stress shows several countries using far more water than nature can replenish—an urgent warning for arid regions.

Digital Sovereignty: Mauritania has launched its first national cloud platform to host government data and digital services locally, aiming to boost cybersecurity, protect sensitive information, and keep public services running reliably. Education & Skills: MBRGI and The Digital School unveiled a digital learning push for more than 500,000 people across six African countries, including Mauritania, with plans for digital classrooms, teacher training, and job-ready youth skills. Energy Cooperation: Russia and Mauritania agreed to step up work on oil, gas, power (including wind and thermal/hydro upgrades), and cybersecurity for critical infrastructure. Local Climate Voice: Nouakchott Region President Fatimetou Abdel Malick joined a new CHAMP Subnational Advisory Council, giving cities and regions a formal role in climate decision-making. Power Grid Upgrade: The AfDB signed key implementation contracts for the 225 kV Mauritania–Mali power interconnection, part of the Desert to Power and Mission 300 electrification efforts. Heat & Food Risks: Record European heat drove French wheat prices to a three-month high, raising concerns about crop stress that could ripple into food supply chains.

Digital Sovereignty: Mauritania launched its first national cloud platform to host government data and services locally, aiming to boost cybersecurity, protect sensitive information, and keep public services running securely. Energy Cooperation: Russia and Mauritania agreed to step up work on oil, gas, power and renewable projects, including wind, plus cybersecurity for critical infrastructure. Regional Power Push: The AfDB signed project implementation contracts tied to the 225 kV Mauritania–Mali interconnection under the Desert to Power and Mission 300 goals—supporting wider electricity access across the Sahel. Climate Governance: CHAMP created a Subnational Advisory Council, formally bringing cities and regions into climate decision-making; Nouakchott Region is represented, alongside other African local leaders. Heat & Food Risks: Record European heat lifted French wheat prices to a three-month high, raising crop-stress concerns that can ripple into food supply chains. Water Access: A new global map highlights where safely managed drinking water is still out of reach, underscoring ongoing infrastructure gaps.

Digital Sovereignty & Education: Mauritania launched its first national cloud platform to host government data and digital services locally, aiming to boost cybersecurity, protect sensitive information, and keep public services running reliably. Regional Power & Climate Resilience: The AfDB signed key implementation contracts for the 225 kV Mauritania–Mali power interconnection under the Desert to Power initiative, supporting grid reliability and renewable energy expansion across the Sahel. Local Climate Governance: CHAMP created a Subnational Advisory Council in London, giving cities and regions a formal voice in climate decisions; Nouakchott Region (Mauritania) is represented. Energy Cooperation: Russia and Mauritania agreed to step up work on oil, gas, power (including wind), and cybersecurity for critical infrastructure. Water Security: A new global map highlights where safe drinking water is still out of reach, underscoring major gaps that affect health and climate vulnerability. Food & Weather Risk: FAO warns an El Niño phase may soon begin, with drought risks highest across the Sahel and other vulnerable farming regions.