The Mauritanian government has launched the second phase of its emergency program for local development in the Kidi Magh region. The program aims to provide basic services to local communities and was launched by Minister of Decentralization and Local Development, Yakobou Ould Salem Faval, in the presence of regional authorities. The program is part of President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani's efforts to promote local development and respond to citizens' needs.
The second phase of the program follows an evaluation of the first phase, which included 215 interventions in various sectors. The minister expressed satisfaction with the progress made but also highlighted the need to address challenges and improve performance. The program is designed to prioritize local needs and involve local stakeholders in the development process. The government has emphasized the importance of citizen participation and the need to ensure that development programs are tailored to local needs.
Local officials presented proposals and projects to address the needs of their communities, focusing on healthcare, education, agriculture, water, and electricity. The proposals also included income-generating projects and initiatives to promote local economic development. The minister and his delegation listened to the proposals and provided guidance on the next steps. The government has pledged to support local development initiatives and provide resources to implement priority projects.
The minister and his delegation also conducted a field visit to several educational and healthcare facilities to assess the state of infrastructure and services. They visited schools built in the villages of Ajar Ahl Salem and Knik Am Dkhel, and a new healthcare center in Kori Administrative Center. The delegation was briefed on the working conditions and readiness of the facilities to provide services to citizens.
The visit also included a stop at the Selibabi Hospital, where the delegation was briefed on efforts to improve healthcare services and make them more accessible to citizens. The hospital is expected to play a critical role in providing healthcare services to the local population. The government has emphasized the importance of improving healthcare services and ensuring that citizens have access to quality medical care.
The delegation included several high-ranking officials, including the President's advisor, Amm Ould Bibate, and the Minister's advisor, Mohamed Ould Sid Ahmed Kankou. The visit was also attended by regional authorities, administrative and military officials, and security personnel. The government has pledged to continue its support for local development initiatives and to work with local stakeholders to address the needs of citizens.
The launch of the second phase of the program is part of the government's efforts to promote local development and respond to citizens' needs. The program is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of local communities and to contribute to the country's overall development. The government has emphasized its commitment to decentralization and local development, and the program is seen as a key part of this effort.
Key points
- The Mauritanian government has launched the second phase of its emergency program for local development in the Kidi Magh region.
- The program aims to provide basic services to local communities and prioritize local needs.
- The government has emphasized the importance of citizen participation and local stakeholder involvement in the development process.
