Insurance Watch: Tunisia’s insurance sector grew in H1 2026, with direct insurers’ turnover up 13% to 2,529.2 million dinars; life insurance rose to 774.2 million dinars (+19.4%) and motor stayed the biggest non-life line at 943.1 million dinars. Energy & Water Pressure: A fresh heatwave is hitting Tunisia as power cuts disrupt water supplies, while extreme temperatures push demand higher and add strain to STEG’s rotating outages. Waste-to-Energy Progress: At Errahma controlled landfill in Nabeul, an integrated gas extraction and treatment unit is ~90% complete, aiming to cut emissions by converting methane and later producing green electricity. EU-Linked Business Push: Germany’s foreign minister Johann Wadephul will visit Tunisia and Algeria with a business delegation, focusing on Mediterranean trade, renewable energy links, and Sahel stability. Construction & Exports: CEPEX opens registrations for a Tunisia business prospecting mission to EXPO BÉTON in Kinshasa (Oct 7-10), targeting construction materials, infrastructure and public works firms. AI Governance: Tunisia ranks 10th in Africa in the 2026 African AI Governance Index, scoring 2.12/4, with policy frameworks improving but talent retention still a concern. Industrial Finance: EBRD expands its risk-sharing facility with Attijari bank Tunisia to €70 million and adds an ESG financing line to support greener investments. Weather & Fire Risk: Thunderstorms with possible hail are expected Monday, while Siliana’s Mount Boulmane wildfire flared again after winds exceeded 100 km/h. Maritime & Trade Context: Greek shipowners back a Liberia-Panama approach for IMO talks, arguing emission rules must match what the bunker market can supply. Phosphate Debate: Namibia’s Sandpiper marine phosphate project faces renewed opposition, with critics warning Tunisia-like environmental and social fallout.