Green Tech Policy: China’s landmark Ecological and Environmental Code, embedding Xi Jinping’s “ecological civilization” ideas into law, takes effect Saturday—pushing conservation-led development after the Yucun village model of cleaner growth. Energy Investment & Security: A new Africa oil-and-gas investment cycle is shifting focus from finding fresh reserves to turning existing and new fields into energy security, industrial capacity, and long-term value, with deepwater projects highlighted. Mauritania Energy Skills: IHRDC appoints IDM Industries as its in-country representative for Mauritania, aiming to bring competency management and e-learning to the country’s energy and mining workforce. Climate Pressure on the Sahel: Record July heat hit regions home to about 900 million people; in Africa’s Sahel, including Mauritania, multiple countries logged their hottest July on record, raising heat-risk for food and health. Aquaculture Debate: A report challenges aquaculture’s “save the oceans” pitch, arguing some farmed species rely on wild fish inputs—fueling depletion rather than solving it. Space & Skywatching: A total solar eclipse is set for Aug 12, with partial visibility in parts of the Maghreb including Mauritania, plus other astronomy highlights across the region. 5G Rollout Watch: Tunisia’s 5G speeds eased after launch as traffic rose, while 5G Fixed Wireless Access adoption surged; the report notes 5G services are also starting in Mauritania.