Nouakchott: The principal of a primary school in northern Mauritania, established specifically for children of migrants attempting to reach Europe, reports that classrooms are noticeably emptier this year compared to previous years. This change appears to be linked to a partnership deal signed last year between Mauritania and the European Union aimed at curbing migration. […]
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EIB Global and African Development Bank Invest US$ 275 Million in Mauritania’s Railway Modernisation
Nouadhibou: EIB Global and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have announced a joint financing package totaling US$ 275 million aimed at modernising Mauritania’s key railway corridor. The investment, disclosed at the Africa Investment Forum 2025, focuses on enhancing the railway line that connects the iron ore mining hub of Zouerate to the Atlantic port of […]
President Ghazouani Chairs Supreme Investment Council Meeting in Nouakchott
Nouakchott: The President of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, Mr. Mohamed Ould Cheikh Ghazouani, chaired the third meeting of the Supreme Investment Council of Mauritania at the Mokhtar Ould Daddah International Conference Center in Nouakchott. The meeting, held on Tuesday morning, focused on reviewing the progress made since the last council meeting and evaluating measures […]
EU’s Russian Gas Exit Spurs Paris Talks on Africa’s Export Potential
Paris: In the wake of seismic shifts in the European energy landscape, the Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2026 Forum in Paris will host a Ministerial Dialogue on “Unlocking Africa’s Gas Supply for Global Energy Security.” This strategic session will examine how Africa can turn its untapped gas reserves into a reliable and sustainable source […]
Palestinian Embassy in Nouakchott Hosts Event for National Occasions
Nouakchott: The Embassy of the State of Palestine in Mauritania organized a public event to commemorate a number of Palestinian national occasions. The gathering saw the presence of Palestinian Ambassador Bashir Salim Abu Hatab along with embassy staff, Mauritanian Minister of Justice Mohamed Ould Soueidat, acting Minister of Foreign Affairs, Vice President of the ruling […]