AI & Policy: Tunisia Global Forum 2026 (July 21) will bring about 2,500 Tunisian professionals to discuss how to leverage AI for competitiveness, with organizers pushing faster execution and stronger links to the diaspora. Energy & Climate: Tunisia is hit by an intense heat wave, with temperatures near 50°C and orange alerts in 10 provinces; authorities urge hydration and limiting travel during peak hours. Power Reliability: A separate explainer warns that Tunisia’s heat-driven electricity stress is not just “normal” grid load shedding, pointing to reliability gaps and the need for clearer public information. Water Infrastructure: President Kaïs Saïed inspected the Ghedir El Golla water complex (SONEDE), citing irregularities and coordination failures with regional districts, and calling for faster equipment and maintenance response. Industry & Jobs: Germany’s Deltec confirms it has acquired Cicor’s Borj Cédria production site, planning a new 10,000+ m² facility and over 500 jobs, marking its first plant outside Germany. Tech Governance: A report notes Tunisia is not among the first 29 signatories of China’s WAICO AI governance framework, raising questions about Tunisia’s strategy for joining global AI standards. Sports Tech (Tunisia link): Coverage of the 2026 World Cup highlights “talking” match balls and semi-automated offside tech, including a Sweden–Tunisia match where ball data played a key role.