AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoSatellite Connectivity: Mauritania has selected three companies to expand satellite internet services after a January tender, with the ARE saying strong interest came from both local and international players. Development Finance: The AfDB says its Mauritania support portfolio has jumped from $147m to $659m over three years, targeting energy, agriculture, water, transport, governance, youth entrepreneurship and private sector development. Energy & Trade (LNG): The IGU reports global LNG trade hit a record 437m tonnes in 2025 (+6.3%), with Mauritania/Senegal joining as new exporters via the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim project—while Europe drove the biggest import growth. Gas Monetisation Tech: At NOG Energy Week, industry highlighted FLNG as a fast route to offshore gas monetisation, including for the GTA development between Senegal and Mauritania. Human Capital & Jobs: Qatar Charity, with Mauritania’s ministry, inaugurated a sewing workshop in Nouakchott for female graduates, aiming to turn training into stable income. Regional Logistics: Over 80 Moroccan freight trucks are stranded at the Rosso border with Senegal due to security-driven rerouting and slow customs processing. Mali Disruption: Bamako’s water and power returned after sabotage hit a key transmission line, underscoring how insecurity is disrupting basic services and trade.
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