OIC Leadership in Focus: Mauritania’s Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed was elected new Secretary-General of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, taking over from Hissein Brahim Taha at the OIC’s extraordinary council in Jeddah—an event that drew regional diplomacy and fresh expectations for action. Culture & Heritage in Nouakchott/Adrar: The President inaugurated Ouadane’s “Heritage City” as part of the 14th Heritage Cities Festival, with traditional music and a heritage village meant to preserve Mauritanian identity while serving as a development hub. Books & Arts: Mauritania’s Culture Minister presided over the presentation of “Archaeology: Sand and Snow in Symbiosis,” framing poetry as a bridge between civilizations. Sports Infrastructure: New sports facilities were inaugurated, including expanded FFRIM headquarters, an academy for ages 11–15, and a revamped Mauritanian Sports Channel. Youth & Education: The World Bank met Mauritania’s Social Work Minister on expanding pre-school education to reach 100,000 children, with UNICEF-backed youth centers also highlighted. Regional Ties: Mauritania’s National Assembly leadership visited the National Museum Office in Nouakchott, underscoring cultural links with Senegal.