Mauritania Energy & Industry: Mauritania’s cement production is back to normal after weeks of electricity disruptions, with the Mines and Industry Ministry saying stocks are sufficient and prices remain stable. Gold & Mining: Raminvest Holding says it is moving Wompou Gold Project in Mauritania into drilling after sampling returned up to 50.14 g/t gold and defined six priority drill targets (T-01 to T-06). Agriculture & Food Security: The Prime Minister chaired preparations for Mauritania’s vegetable farming campaign, stressing food sovereignty and tackling marketing, pricing, storage, and key infrastructure gaps like electricity, water, and roads. Regional Trade & Logistics: Guinea’s Conakry Terminal appointed Édouard Leno as Managing Director, aiming to boost performance and strengthen West African trade competitiveness. Public Health & Data: Africa CDC and AU member states advanced a behavioural intelligence and infodemic management framework, with Mauritania among participating countries. Energy Investment Outlook: Senegal announced a major licensing push, putting 109 of 113 oil and gas blocks up for grabs—an important signal for the wider Sahel energy market. Maritime Security: MARSEC warned that disruptions in the Gulf of Guinea could rise as naval resources shift east, while smuggling pressures continue around Senegal and Mauritania.