AI & Education: Maghreb countries, including Mauritania, are pushing AI education and research beyond universities, with Algeria moving toward structured AI/cybersecurity clusters to speed up commercialization. AI in Daily Life: Google is expanding Ask Gemini in Chrome to Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa and also Mauritania, aiming to make the browser more helpful for finding and understanding information. World Cup Economy: FIFA says World Cup 2026 referees can earn up to £75,000 for up to six weeks’ work, with top officials potentially earning far more via bonuses. Trade Facilitation: With WCO support, Nigeria, Comoros, Morocco, The Gambia and other Portuguese-speaking countries are building national pools of rules-of-origin experts to strengthen compliance under free trade agreements. Offshore Energy (Gambia): Eni signed a Petroleum Exploration, Development and Production Licence for offshore Block A1, giving the country a fresh shot at unlocking hydrocarbon potential after years of stalled efforts. West Africa Fisheries: Regional action against illegal fishing is intensifying, with losses estimated above US$2.3bn annually and new coordination steps under the Dakar Declaration. Mauritania-Linked Diplomacy: Libya and Mauritania discussed boosting political and economic cooperation during an official visit. Security & Fraud (Region): Ogun State police in Nigeria arrested eight foreign nationals over a staged kidnap-ransom scheme, including a Mauritanian suspect.