Green Hydrogen Deal: Ohmium and Hynfra signed a master cooperation agreement to push large-scale green hydrogen and green ammonia projects in Mauritania, Jordan and Oman, covering FEED work and technical support for PEM electrolyser expertise. Regional Ocean Protection: West African states are urging the Eastern Atlantic to be included in the first wave of marine protected areas, with Mauritania among countries announcing a joint regional marine protected area to safeguard livelihoods and marine resources. Tech & Trade: Cyprus-based Asbis expanded its Apple distribution footprint across Africa, adding Mauritania among the markets covered under a new authorised distributor agreement. Diplomacy: Tunisia’s president reaffirmed commitment to stronger ties with Mauritania after receiving the Mauritanian foreign minister and a written message from President Ghazouani. Energy & Finance: Kosmos Energy completed the $127m sale of Equatorial Guinea production assets to Panoro, using proceeds to repay debt. Mining Investment: Nigeria disclosed about $3bn in solid minerals investments over three years, signaling improving investor confidence ahead of a major resources summit. Sahel Environment: A Mauritanian official highlighted lessons from China’s desertification fight for Sahel land restoration under the Great Green Wall. Migration Pressure: Mauritania’s tougher border controls are reported to be sharply reducing departures from its Atlantic coast, even as migrants remain determined.