The Adrar region in Mauritania has officially begun the 2026-2027 academic year. The event was presided over by the Wali (Governor) of Adrar, Abdullah Ould Mohammed Mahmoud, on Monday morning at School No. 1 in the city of Atar. The Wali attended the national flag-raising ceremony at the school, accompanied by the national anthem, and then reviewed the conditions for the start of the academic year and the level of preparations made to ensure a successful start.
The Wali chaired a meeting with the educational staff and the Association of Parents of Students, calling for doubled efforts and adherence to official working hours to enhance discipline and ensure the regularity of the educational process. The Wali also visited Atar High School and School No. 3, holding two meetings with the staff of these institutions and reviewing the conditions of the study and the level of readiness for the start of the academic year.
During his visit, the Wali emphasized that the goal of these visits is to assess the conditions under which the new academic year began, noting that preparations are good, both in terms of the presence of teaching staff and the level of student attendance. He stressed the need to control the school map and work to improve the quality of educational services, calling on parents to accompany the educational process and contribute to the success of the new academic year.
The Wali was accompanied on this visit by his advisor for administrative and legal affairs, the governor of Atar district, the regional director of education and reform of the educational system, a representative of the regional council, the assistant mayor of Atar municipality, and the security authorities in the region. The Wali's tour aimed to evaluate the readiness of educational institutions and encourage all parties to contribute to the success of the academic year.
In a statement to the Mauritanian News Agency, the Wali confirmed that the region is ready for the new academic year, with good preparations in place. He highlighted the importance of parental involvement in the educational process and urged all stakeholders to work together to achieve the goals set for the academic year.
The launch of the new academic year in Adrar region reflects the Mauritanian government's ongoing efforts to improve the education sector. The authorities are working to enhance the quality of education and provide a conducive learning environment for students. The Wali's visit demonstrated the government's commitment to monitoring and supporting educational activities across the region.
As the academic year progresses, stakeholders will be watching closely to ensure that the goals set for educational improvement are met. The success of the academic year will depend on the continued collaboration of all parties involved, including educational staff, students, and parents. The Mauritanian government remains committed to developing the education sector and providing quality education to its citizens.
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- The Wali of Adrar, Abdullah Ould Mohammed Mahmoud, officially launched the 2026-2027 academic year in the region.
