AGP Executive Report

Global Food Shock: UN agencies warn the Strait of Hormuz crisis is turning into a wider hunger emergency, with higher oil and transport costs pushing more people into acute food insecurity in places like Somalia and Afghanistan. Mauritania-Libya Diplomacy: Mauritania’s foreign minister met Libya’s counterpart during an official visit to boost political and economic ties and prepare a joint higher committee. Sahara Mining Tensions: A Mauritanian miners’ coalition denied claims that Mauritanian prospectors were targeted in a Moroccan drone strike near Akleibat El Foula, urging accurate reporting to avoid further strain. Electricity Access Watch: The AfDB launched MapAfrica to track Mission 300 progress, including projects in Mauritania aimed at connecting 300 million people to power by 2030. Humanitarian Spotlight (Mbera): A nurse at Mauritania’s Mbera refugee camp is highlighted for triage, malnutrition screening, vaccinations, and health education for new arrivals. Tech & Services: Oman’s e-attestation expansion includes Mauritania in a later phase, enabling digital document attestation via Oman Post. Energy Cooperation: Russia says it is ready to share energy technologies with Mauritania to support “technological sovereignty,” including training and possible business missions.

Libya–Mauritania Diplomacy: Mauritania’s Foreign Minister Taher al-Baour met Libya’s Mohamed willed Merzoug during an official visit, agreeing to deepen political and economic cooperation, prepare the Libyan–Mauritanian Joint Higher Committee, and activate earlier agreements. US Immigration Court Ruling: A US federal judge struck down Trump-era policies that paused asylum and other immigration decisions for people from 39 countries, including Mauritania, saying applicants were left in legal limbo. Detroit Crash Linked to ICE: In Detroit, a Mauritanian immigrant was hospitalized after being impaled by a fence pole in a crash involving immigration agents; family members say they were denied updates and ICE says an agent was also injured. Humanitarian Health in Mauritania: At Mbera refugee camp, a Mauritanian nurse highlighted on World Humanitarian Day is credited with triage, malnutrition screening, vaccinations, and health education for new arrivals. Energy Cooperation: Russia’s deputy energy minister said Moscow is ready to share energy technologies with Mauritania to build “technological sovereignty,” including training and possible business missions. Western Sahara Talks: UN envoy Staffan de Mistura is set to visit Tindouf camps to help restart negotiations under UN Security Council Resolution 2797. Electricity Access Tracking: AfDB launched MapAfrica to monitor Mission 300 progress toward connecting 300 million people to electricity by 2030, listing Mauritania among priority countries.

US Immigration Ruling: A federal judge in Rhode Island struck down Trump-era USCIS policies that paused asylum, work permits, green cards and citizenship decisions for applicants from 39 “high-risk” countries, including Mauritania, Nigeria and Senegal—calling the delays unlawful and driven by anti-immigrant bias. Migration Pressure on Mauritania: The same week also saw reports of Mauritania-linked cases abroad, including a Detroit crash family says was triggered by an ICE operation, and wider EU debate over “return platforms” and externalized migration processing. Electricity Access in Mauritania: The AfDB launched the Mission 300 Progress Tracker (MapAfrica) to monitor grid and solar projects, listing Mauritania among priority countries as it targets 300 million more people connected by 2030. Humanitarian Spotlight at Mbera: A feature highlighted Mauritania’s Mbera refugee camp nurse Abidine Ould Sidewa and the camp’s triage and vaccination work for newly arrived refugees. Energy Cooperation: Russia’s deputy energy minister said Moscow is ready to share energy technologies with Mauritania to build “technological sovereignty,” including training and possible business missions. World Cup with Mauritania in the mix: Argentina’s warm-up run included a win over Mauritania, while Senegal’s qualification path featured a 4-0 win over Mauritania.

Migration & Rights: A US federal judge blocked Trump-era immigration policies that had stalled asylum, work permits, green cards and citizenship for people from 39 “high-risk” countries, calling the delays unlawful and tied to where applicants were born. Mauritania in Focus (Humanitarian): At Mbera refugee camp, a Mauritanian nurse highlighted in coverage is credited with triage, malnutrition screening, zero-dose vaccinations and health education for new arrivals from Mali. Energy & Industry: Russia says it is ready to share energy technologies with Mauritania to build “technological sovereignty,” including training and possible missions with major firms. Electricity Access: The AfDB launched a public Mission 300 Progress Tracker (MapAfrica) showing projects across countries including Mauritania, with millions already connected and more expected. Regional Environment: West Africa stepped up anti–illegal fishing efforts in H1 2026 under the Dakar Declaration, boosting patrols, surveillance and cooperation. Labour & Trade: Morocco was flagged in an ITUC index over restrictive strike rules—an issue that may resonate regionally.

Immigration Fallout: A U.S. federal judge blocked Trump’s administration from halting immigration benefit decisions for applicants from 39 “high-risk” countries, striking down sweeping delays on asylum, work permits, green cards and citizenship. Mauritania Angle: The ruling and wider crackdown come as the U.S. confirms deportations under its West Africa Operations Watch list, including Mauritania (12 people) alongside Nigeria, Ghana and Senegal. Humanitarian Spotlight: At Mbera refugee camp in southeastern Mauritania, a nurse at the triage centre is credited with improving reception care for new arrivals from Mali—screening for malnutrition, vaccinating zero-dose children and helping cut preventable deaths. Energy & Tech: Russia says it’s ready to share energy technologies with Mauritania to build “technological sovereignty,” including training and possible business missions. Electricity Access: The AfDB launched a public Mission 300 progress tracker, listing Mauritania among countries prioritized for expanding power access. EU Migration Debate: EU return rules and “platforms of return” drew sharp criticism from former EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell as costly and against humanitarian principles.

Humanitarian Health in Mauritania: At Mbera refugee camp, Malian-born nurse Abidine Ould Sidewa is credited with strengthening triage, malnutrition screening, zero-dose vaccinations and health education for new arrivals, helping cut preventable deaths. Diplomacy: Mauritania’s ambassador Amedi Camara presented letters of credence to Zimbabwe’s President Emmerson Mnangagwa as Bangladesh also moved to open a Harare mission, signaling deeper ties and new economic cooperation. Energy Cooperation: Russia’s deputy energy minister Roman Marshavin met Mauritanian officials to offer geological, mining and water-management cooperation plus education and training, framing it as “technological sovereignty.” Electricity Access: The AfDB launched MapAfrica to track Mission 300, prioritizing Mauritania among countries pushing grid and solar solutions to expand power to millions. Migration Pressure: The EU’s new migration return approach drew sharp criticism over “externalizing” asylum, while the U.S. confirmed deportations of 355 West Africans under its WOW crackdown, including Mauritania nationals. Trade Risk for Mauritania: The U.S. proposed a 12.5% tariff on imports from Mauritania and other African states over forced-labour enforcement gaps, pending review. Women in Cities: Mauritania, Morocco and Tunisia concluded a programme putting women at the center of sustainable urban planning and climate-resilient public space projects.

Gaza Violence: Israeli strikes in Gaza killed at least 10 Palestinians, with Shifa Hospital reporting nine deaths in Gaza City overnight, including women and children, as Israel said it targeted Hamas commanders. Sahara Diplomacy: UN Sahara envoy Staffan de Mistura is set to visit Tindouf Camps to deliver a final warning tied to UN Security Council Resolution 2797 and the push for autonomy talks under Moroccan sovereignty. Migration Pressure on Mauritania: Mauritania’s coastguard rescued 911 migrants over five days, including 181 Gambians, highlighting the growing Atlantic irregular migration crisis. US Deportations: The US confirmed deportations of 355 West Africans under its WOW initiative, including 110 Nigerians and 12 Mauritanians, with names released by DHS. Trade & Forced Labour: The US proposed a 12.5% tariff on exports from eight African countries—among them Mauritania—over alleged weak enforcement against forced-labour-linked goods. Health Cooperation: Egypt and Mauritania discussed expanding healthcare, medical training, preventive programs, and pharmaceutical collaboration. Climate & Land: The Great Green Wall effort continues across Sahel states, including Mauritania, aiming to restore degraded land and boost resilience. Women & Cities: A women-led sustainable cities programme concluded in Mauritania, Morocco, and Tunisia, focusing on inclusive urban planning and climate resilience. Energy & Uranium: Aura Energy says it is targeting a final investment decision by end-2026 for Mauritania’s Tiris uranium project after signing an MoU with a major nuclear utility.

LGBTQ Rights & Law: Ghana’s parliament has passed a bill that would criminalise same-sex relations and the promotion of LGBTQ rights, with prison terms up to 10 years, adding to a wider African pattern where homosexuality is already illegal in many countries, including Mauritania. US Immigration Crackdown: The US Department of Homeland Security confirmed deportations under its West Africa Operations Watch plan, with 355 people targeted; Nigeria leads with 110, followed by Liberia (94), Ghana (30) and Senegal (19), including Mauritanians among those listed. Sahel Humanitarian Pressure: UN OCHA warns about 24 million people needing aid across the Sahel as violence, displacement and climate shocks worsen, with funding at its lowest level in a decade. Trade & Forced Labour: The US is proposing a 12.5% tariff on exports from eight African countries, including Mauritania, over forced-labour enforcement concerns. Mauritania Migration at Sea: Mauritanian coastguard operations rescued 181 Gambians among 911 migrants intercepted over five days, highlighting the continuing Atlantic irregular migration crisis. Health Cooperation: Egypt and Mauritania discussed expanded healthcare ties, including medical training and pharmaceutical collaboration. Energy & Uranium: Aura Energy says it is targeting a final investment decision by end-2026 for Mauritania’s Tiris uranium project.

US Immigration Crackdown: The US DHS confirmed deportations of 355 West Africans, including 110 Nigerians, with names and photos released under its “West Africa Operations Watch” programme. Mauritania Coast Guard Rescues: In the same period, Mauritania’s coast guard rescued 911 migrants over five days, including 181 Gambians, with 110 people saved after a boat engine failure off Nouakchott. US Forced-Labour Tariffs: Washington proposed a 12.5% tariff on exports from eight African countries—among them Mauritania—citing weak enforcement against forced-labour goods; the plan is open for public comment. Sahel Humanitarian Alarm: UN OCHA warns 24 million people across the Sahel need aid as violence, displacement and climate shocks worsen, with funding at its lowest in a decade. Health Cooperation: Egypt and Mauritania discussed expanding healthcare ties, including medical training and pharmaceutical collaboration. Ebola Funding: CEPI pledged about $60m to speed Ebola vaccine work for the Bundibugyo strain in eastern DRC. Energy & Trade Risks: UNCTAD says Strait of Hormuz disruptions could sharply raise oil import bills for vulnerable economies, including Mauritania. Uranium Push: Aura Energy targets a year-end final investment decision for Mauritania’s Tiris uranium project after advancing its funding pathway.

Migration at sea: Mauritania’s coastguard rescued 911 migrants over five days, including 181 Gambians, with a latest case of 110 people (12 women, 3 minors) pulled from a disabled boat off Nouakchott. US deportations: The US DHS confirmed deportation of 355 West Africans, including 110 Nigerians and 12 Mauritanians, after publishing names and photos under its West Africa Operations Watch. Trade pressure: The US proposed a 12.5% tariff on imports from eight African countries—among them Mauritania—citing weak enforcement against forced-labour goods. Health ties: Egypt and Mauritania discussed deeper cooperation in healthcare, medical training, preventive health and pharmaceuticals. Energy and investment: Aura Energy says it is targeting a final investment decision by end-2026 for its Tiris uranium project in Mauritania, after a funding MoU with a major nuclear utility. Regional risk: UNCTAD warns Strait of Hormuz disruptions could sharply raise oil import bills for vulnerable economies, including Mauritania. Ebola push: CEPI pledged about $60m to speed Ebola Bundibugyo vaccine development led by Moderna and partners.

Uranium Push: Aura Energy says it’s on track for a final investment decision by end-2026 for its Tiris uranium project in Mauritania, after signing an MoU with a “major” nuclear utility and advancing its feasibility work. Deportation Watch: The U.S. has published names and photos of 355 people to be deported from West Africa, including 12 Mauritanians, as part of a wider crackdown. Energy Shock Risk: UNCTAD warns Strait of Hormuz disruptions could add over $20B a year to oil import bills for vulnerable economies, with knock-on effects for inflation and public finances—Mauritania is flagged among the most exposed. Regional Security: Reports say Russian “Air Wagner” flights have used Algerian air bases to skirt sanctions, underscoring how Algeria can become a staging point for operations across West Africa. Health & Aid: CEPI is backing Moderna and partners with about $60M to accelerate an Ebola Bundibugyo vaccine, as outbreaks continue in eastern DR Congo. Clean Cooking: AfDB launched a clean cooking programme aimed at reaching about one million African households, targeting major health and emissions gains. Ebola Alert in Mauritania: Mauritania has activated a national emergency mechanism amid regional Ebola concerns.

Mauritania-US Immigration: A Mauritanian man, Selah Dine Habib, is reportedly facing deportation after DHS alleged he used a false asylum claim based on being gay—then later married in Indiana and worked as a corrections officer. Sahel Security: Mali’s junta and Russian backers launched airstrikes on Kidal after fighters linked to the FLA and JNIM drove out the Malian Army and Russia’s Africa Corps, underscoring a widening Tuareg-terror alliance. UN Sanctions Watch: The UN Security Council’s June 1 update again spotlights Nigerian individuals and groups on its terrorism-linked sanctions list. US Deportations: The US confirmed deporting 355 people from West Africa, including Mauritania, and released names and photos. Ebola R&D: CEPI is set to fund Moderna and partners with about $60m to accelerate an Ebola Bundibugyo vaccine. Energy Costs: UNCTAD warns Strait of Hormuz disruptions could hit vulnerable economies hard via higher oil prices and fuel bills. Clean Cooking: AfDB launched a clean cooking programme targeting about one million households across Africa.

Uranium & Investment: Aura Energy says it has a “clear run” to reach a final investment decision by year-end for Mauritania’s Tiris uranium project, with a bankable feasibility study due in September and talks with a major nuclear power company to strengthen funding and offtake. Health Security: Mauritania has activated heightened surveillance measures for reported Ebola risks in several African countries, rolling out coordinated prevention steps across entry points. Sahel Security: Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama links Sahel instability partly to Libya’s collapse, saying it became a transit route for extremists, and urges regional cooperation including Algeria and Mauritania. Ebola Vaccine Push: CEPI announced about $60m for Moderna and partners to accelerate Ebola Bundibugyo vaccine development, aiming for trials soon despite security challenges in eastern DR Congo. Energy Prices: Morocco’s diesel remains above pre-Iran-war levels even after a small drop, while Algeria and Tunisia keep fuel prices stable. Regional Politics: Mali’s crisis and jihadist pressure on the state continue to shape the Sahel’s security landscape.

Ebola Preparedness: CEPI is set to give about $60m to Moderna and two other groups to speed up Ebola Bundibugyo vaccine development, with trials possible within months, as eastern DR Congo grapples with 282 confirmed cases and 42 deaths amid security hurdles. Mauritania Health Watch: Mauritania has activated heightened surveillance and preventive measures for reported Ebola risks across the region, coordinating ministries to protect people at entry points. Sahara Diplomacy: Burundi reiterated support for Morocco’s autonomy plan at the UN C-24 and welcomed Security Council Resolution 2797, while Morocco told the decolonization panel the Sahara file should move off its agenda after the Security Council shift. Mining & Jobs: The World Bank is expanding support for mining in developing economies, aiming to turn mineral wealth into jobs and growth as demand could double by 2040. Clean Energy Access: AfDB and Italy launched a clean cooking programme in Brazzaville targeting energy access for about one million African households. Regional Climate Impact: Saharan dust is expected to return across the Atlantic, reaching the Caribbean and possibly the United States. Local Business/Industry: Kinross published its 2025 Sustainability Report, highlighting People-Planet-Efficiency priorities and continued sustainability rankings.

Ebola Watch (Mauritania): Mauritania has activated a national emergency mechanism and stepped up surveillance of reported Ebola cases in several African countries, with coordinated preventive measures across key ministries to protect people at entry points. Humanitarian Aid (Eid al-Adha): Qatar Charity thanked donors for its Udhiyah (Qurbani) project, distributing meat from 45,763 sacrificial animals to more than 900,000 people across 43 countries, including crisis-hit areas like Palestine, Somalia, Syria, Kenya and Sudan. Clean Energy (AfDB): The African Development Bank launched a clean cooking programme in Brazzaville aimed at energy access for about one million African households, with an initial €25m envelope and expected major carbon cuts. Regional Politics (Sahara): Morocco told the UN decolonization panel the Sahara file should be dropped from its agenda, arguing Security Council Resolution 2797 shifts the process to Morocco’s autonomy plan. Global Rights (Ghana): Ghana’s parliament passed a bill criminalizing the promotion of LGBTQ activity, with prison terms up to 10 years, drawing sharp criticism from human rights groups. Immigration Case (Mauritania link): US authorities arrested Mauritanian-born Selah Dine Habib, alleging a fraudulent asylum claim tied to homosexuality before he later worked as a corrections officer in Indiana.

Mauritania Health Security: Mauritania has activated heightened surveillance and a coordinated national emergency mechanism over reported Ebola risks in the region, with measures rolled out across ministries and entry points. AfDB Clean Energy Push: The African Development Bank, with Italy, launched a clean cooking programme in Brazzaville aimed at reaching about one million households, cutting millions of tonnes of CO2 and tackling health and gender impacts of dirty cooking. Sahara Diplomacy: Morocco told the UN decolonization committee the Western Sahara file should be dropped from its agenda, arguing Security Council Resolution 2797 and its autonomy plan should lead the process. Press Freedom Watch: A new global map from Reporters Without Borders shows press freedom at a 25-year low, with most countries now rated “difficult” or “very serious.” Ghana Rights Backlash: Ghana’s parliament approved a bill criminalizing the “promotion” of LGBTQ activity, drawing sharp criticism from human rights groups. World Cup & Regional Football: DR Congo returns to the World Cup after 52 years amid Ebola and security crises, while Senegal and South Africa face tough group challenges.