The Mauritanian Food Security Commission distributed food aid to 37 families affected by recent rains and storms in the village of Tantarama, in the Fm Lakhlite municipality of the Ambed region in the Korcool state. The distribution was supervised by the governor of the Ambed region, Mohamed Moktare Ould Mohamedou Achfaga Anour, and the regional delegate of the Food Security Commission at the state level, Mohamed Abdallah Ould Ajid.

The aid consisted of over four tons of basic food items, including rice, sugar, and cooking oil. The distribution was carried out in the presence of military and security leaders in the region. The governor of the Ambed region emphasized that this intervention reflects the special care given by the country's top authorities to affected citizens.

He praised the rapid response of the Food Security Commission and its timely intervention to alleviate the suffering of families. The governor added that the state, in implementation of the directives of President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, will remain close to citizens and intervene whenever needed, especially for vulnerable groups.

The mayor of Fm Lakhlite municipality, Hashem Ould Abdullah Aleh, expressed his gratitude to the Food Security Commission for this valuable assistance, which came at the right time and will help meet the needs of affected families. He praised the cooperation between the municipality and the commission.

The regional delegate of the Food Security Commission in Korcool state explained that this aid is part of an emergency program launched by the commission to support those affected by recent rains in the state. He confirmed that the commission will continue its interventions in various municipalities in the state according to field needs.

A total of 37 families benefited from this aid, which is part of the commission's efforts to support vulnerable groups in the country. The distribution of aid was carried out in a transparent and fair manner, taking into account the needs of the affected families.

The Food Security Commission's intervention in Tantarama village is a testament to the government's commitment to supporting citizens in times of need. The commission's efforts aim to alleviate the suffering of affected families and provide them with essential food items to help them recover from the impact of recent rains and storms.

Key points

  • The Mauritanian Food Security Commission distributed food aid to 37 families affected by recent rains and storms in the village of Tantarama.
  • The aid consisted of over four tons of basic food items, including rice, sugar, and cooking oil.
  • The commission's intervention aims to support vulnerable groups in the country and alleviate the suffering of affected families.

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