Uranium & Mining: Aura Energy’s Tiris project is framed as a potential new pillar for Mauritania’s mining economy, with mining already at 17% of GDP and dominating exports. EU Budget Support: The EU approved €9.5m in budget support for Mauritania’s SCAPP, targeting education and health reforms and public finance transparency. Development Finance: KfW signed a €2m endowment agreement tied to the Banc d’Arguin Trust Fund, lifting KfW donations to €17.8m for biodiversity protection and related infrastructure. Investment Talks: The Economy Minister met USAID’s Africa deputy administrator, with a focus on development priorities and attracting US private-sector investment. Energy & Gas Outlook: Coverage highlights Africa’s gas push, including the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim project in the regional conversation around turning gas into broader economic value. Urban Growth: Nouakchott’s regional president used the African Urban Forum to stress climate-driven service gaps and the need for stronger local community powers and financing. Agriculture & Food Security: The Prime Minister chaired preparations for a vegetable farming campaign, citing tax breaks for inputs and plans to tackle marketing, storage, and basic infrastructure. Cement Supply: Mauritania’s cement production reportedly returned to normal after electricity disruptions, with stable prices and sufficient stocks. Gold Exploration: Raminvest Holding advanced gold drilling planning at Wompou after assays up to 50.14 g/t. Migration Pressure: Amnesty and UNHCR figures underline the scale of Mali-to-Mauritania displacement, with armed groups accused of abuses and looting.