The new campus of EDGE School was officially opened on October 11, 2026, by Mohamed Ould Ablal, Secretary General of the Mauritanian Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. The event was attended by several dignitaries, including the acting ambassador of Morocco to Mauritania and the mayor of Tfreagh Zine municipality. The school's new campus is equipped with modern facilities, including interactive screens and a digital platform supported by artificial intelligence.
EDGE School was established in 2023 as an extension of the private business school, EDGE Private Business School Casablanca, which is based in Morocco. The school aims to provide high-quality academic programs that meet international standards and the needs of the local and international job markets. Its programs are officially accredited by the Mauritanian state and offer students the opportunity to obtain international diplomas in collaboration with French academic institutions.
The school's programs include business administration, engineering, and information technology, which are in high demand in the job market. The school's curriculum is designed to provide students with practical skills that are recognized by employers. EDGE School's partnership with French universities, including the University of Polytechnic Hauts-de-France (UPHF) and the University of Haute Alsace (UHA), enables students to pursue part of their studies in Morocco.
Mohamed Ould Ablal, Secretary General of the Mauritanian Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, emphasized that the opening of the new campus is a significant milestone in the development of Mauritania's higher education sector. He noted that the school's establishment is a result of the government's efforts to reform the education sector and provide high-quality education that meets the needs of the job market.
Monir Aterfis, General Manager of the EDGE group in Morocco, highlighted that the opening of the new campus reflects the group's confidence in the future of higher education in Mauritania. He emphasized that the school's mission is to provide students with practical skills that are recognized by employers and to foster a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship.
The new campus of EDGE School is expected to provide a comprehensive learning environment for hundreds of students, with modern facilities and equipment. The school's vision is to become a leading institution in Mauritania, providing high-quality education that meets international standards and prepares students for the challenges of the digital age.
Key points
- The new campus of EDGE School offers high-quality academic programs in fields such as business, engineering, and information technology.
- The school's programs are officially accredited by the Mauritanian state and offer students the opportunity to obtain international diplomas.
- The school's partnership with French universities enables students to pursue part of their studies in Morocco.
