Climate and Water
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Mauritania Deep Water Drilling Surpasses Target Depth in Tintane
Mauritania's Ministry of Hydraulics and Sanitation has confirmed that experimental drilling in Tintane has reached 518 meters, exceeding the original 500-meter target. This milestone marks a significant step in the country's search for deeper groundwater resources to address water scarcity.
Algerian Firefighters Battle Relentless Wildfires in Sétif Béjaïa and Skikda
Three major wildfires continue to burn across Sétif, Béjaïa and Skikda, forcing Algerian authorities to deploy aerial firefighting assets and mobilise nationwide solidarity efforts as local communities face mounting losses and disruption.
Egypt launches €271m digital platform to accelerate green investment
Egypt has introduced the IDEIA digital platform to streamline environmental impact assessments, aiming to reduce investment delays, enforce environmental standards, and support green industry with €271m in European and national funding.
Mauritania and Italy Advance Agricultural Project in Brakna Region
Mauritania's Ministry of Agriculture is preparing a joint project with Italy to develop up to 20,000 hectares in Brakna, aiming to boost wheat and vegetable production and strengthen food security through new irrigation infrastructure.
Egypt launches $100m fund for water and dam projects in Nile Basin
Egypt has established a $100m fund to support water infrastructure and dam projects in southern Nile Basin countries, aiming to strengthen regional cooperation and address water security challenges in line with African Union development goals.
Nouakchott Water Supply Remains Stable Despite High River Turbidity
Mauritania's Ministry of Hydraulics reports that Nouakchott's water production has remained at normal levels, even as river water turbidity reached record highs in August, highlighting the resilience of the Aftout Sahli system during peak seasonal challenges.
Egypt to Expand Digital Twin Technology Across Irrigation Canals
Egypt's Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation will extend digital twin technology to major canals nationwide after its initial use on the Ismailia Canal, aiming to improve water allocation and management through real-time monitoring and AI tools.
Russia's Rosgeologia Launches Groundwater Search in Libya's Sahara
Russia's state geological firm Rosgeologia has begun exploring for deep underground water in Libya's Sahara Desert, aiming to identify new aquifers to support Libya's fragile water infrastructure amid ongoing supply disruptions.
Egypt weighs solar expansion and green finance in local development
Egypt's government is considering a broader rollout of solar power and energy-efficiency technologies across agriculture, industry and services, aiming to cut energy use and emissions. Officials are also exploring green finance and community-led initiatives.
Egypt to Digitise Groundwater Well Licensing and Expand Solar Pumping
Egypt's Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation will introduce a nationwide electronic licensing system for groundwater wells, aiming to improve oversight, promote modern irrigation, and accelerate the shift to solar-powered pumping amid rising water stress.
Algerian Telecom Operators Provide Free Services After Wildfires
Algeria's leading telecom operators, including Ooredoo, Mobilis, Djezzy and Algérie Télécom, are offering free internet, calls and SMS for one week to support residents affected by recent wildfires across several wilayas, aiming to maintain vital communications.
Algeria Deploys Additional Civil Protection Forces to Contain Wildfires
Algeria's Civil Protection has reinforced its teams and resources to combat ongoing wildfires, particularly in eastern wilayas, resulting in a marked improvement in containment by the end of the day.
Wildfire Response Intensifies on Jebel Boulmane in Siliana
Authorities in Siliana are working to contain a wildfire on Jebel Boulmane, mobilising forestry, civil protection, and regional equipment teams to protect natural resources and ensure the safety of local residents.
Solidarity Mobilisation Rises After Wildfires Devastate Algerian Regions
A nationwide mobilisation is underway in Algeria as citizens, associations and businesses coordinate urgent relief for communities in Jijel, Béjaïa and Tizi Ouzou, following destructive wildfires that left many families displaced and in need of support.
Algeria Commits to Reforestation After Jijel Wildfires Stabilise
Following days of intense wildfires in Jijel, Algeria's government has declared the situation stable and pledged a large-scale reforestation effort to restore devastated mountain forests, signalling a shift from emergency response to ecological recovery.
Algeria Battles Ongoing Wildfires as Civil Protection Reports 29 Active Blazes
Algeria's Civil Protection services report 29 wildfires still active across 15 wilayas, with the government deploying aerial support and emergency teams. The situation remains critical, especially in the east and north, as authorities focus on containment.
Algeria Battles 43 Active Wildfires Across 14 Provinces as Heat Intensifies
Algeria's civil protection teams are fighting 43 active wildfires across 14 wilayas, with Jijel, Béjaïa, and Tizi Ouzou among the hardest hit. The crisis highlights mounting pressure on vegetation and the need for rapid response as climate risks grow.
Algiers Commissions Major Wastewater Treatment Plant at Sidi Abdellah
Algeria has launched a new wastewater treatment facility in Sidi Abdellah, aiming to improve water management, reduce pollution in the Mazafran basin, and support sustainable reuse for irrigation and green spaces.
Constantine Communes Ban Source Water After Bacteriological Failures
Authorities in Constantine have declared water from 15 public sources unfit for consumption following failed bacteriological tests, imposing bans across four communes until disinfection and further analysis confirm safety.
UNICEF Deploys Solar Water Systems to Boost Access in Southern Libya
UNICEF Libya has installed 18 solar-powered water pumping systems in Sebha, Traghin, Tajrehi, and Kufra, providing improved and more sustainable water access for over 55,000 people, including 16,000 children, during World Water Week.
Mauritania Reaffirms Commitment to UN Desertification Convention at COP17
Mauritania has reiterated its commitment to implementing the UN Convention to Combat Desertification during COP17 in Ulaanbaatar, highlighting national efforts in land restoration and sustainable resource management, and seeking to strengthen international cooperation.
Algeria Issues Heat Alert as Temperatures Near 49°C in 12 Provinces
Algeria's meteorological office has issued an orange-level heat alert for 12 provinces, with temperatures expected to reach up to 49°C in the south and significant heat affecting the Hauts-Plateaux and eastern coastal regions. Authorities urge caution.
Water Supply Disruptions Hit Algiers After Main Pipeline Failure
A major pipeline failure in Mohamed Belouizdad has led to water supply disruptions across several Algiers communes. Authorities are undertaking urgent repairs, while new infrastructure projects aim to strengthen regional water security.
Temperatures Rise Slightly as Showers Expected Across Tunisia
Tunisia will see a slight increase in temperatures on Friday, with the National Institute of Meteorology forecasting cloudy skies and localised rain and hailstorms in the northwest and central regions. Moderate winds and sea conditions are also expected.
Egypt plans climate action for Qena and Kafr El-Sheikh to 2035
Egypt's Ministry of Local Development and Environment is preparing climate action plans for Qena and Kafr El-Sheikh governorates through 2035, aiming to integrate adaptation and emissions-reduction projects into local development and attract international climate finance.
Egypt to Launch Major Upgrade of Agricultural Drainage Networks
Egypt is preparing a national programme to construct, rehabilitate and replace subsurface drainage networks across 1.4 million feddans, aiming to modernise water management and support agricultural productivity through digital systems.
Water Restored to Tripoli After Man-Made River Outage
The Man-Made River Authority has resumed water flow to Tripoli and surrounding areas after a nationwide power outage halted pumping operations, temporarily cutting off supply to millions and emptying key pipelines.
Sonatrach Subsidiary ADC Affirms Stability at Fouka 1 Desalination Plant
Algerian Desalination Company, a Sonatrach subsidiary, states that the Fouka 1 seawater desalination plant is operating at normal capacity, with only brief, scheduled production dips, ensuring continued water supply to central Algeria.
Algeria Issues Orange Alert for Heavy Rain Across 22 Provinces
Algeria's National Meteorological Office has placed 22 provinces under orange alert as intense rainfall of up to 40 mm is forecast from Thursday, with precipitation expected to continue into Friday morning, raising concerns over local disruption.
Algeria Faces Heightened Risk of Extreme Weather After Record Heat
Unprecedented marine heat along Algeria's Mediterranean coast has driven record-breaking temperatures and now threatens to trigger severe storms and flash floods as autumn approaches, raising urgent concerns for infrastructure and public health.