On Wednesday, October 28, 2026, the Governor of Tiris Zemmour region, Ahmedou Mamadou Klie, conducted an on-site visit to the new medical center in Tidjikja. The purpose of the visit was to assess the progress of the center's equipment and preparation, following its handover from the construction entity. During the visit, the Governor toured various sections and departments of the facility.

The Governor inspected the different wards and sections of the medical center, taking note of the current state of preparations, which have reportedly reached 50% completion. He emphasized the importance of expediting the remaining procedures and fulfilling the requirements for maintenance and cleanliness prior to the center's operational commencement.

In a statement to the Mauritanian News Agency, the Governor highlighted that the visit aimed to monitor the final phase of the center's preparation, stressing the need for prompt completion. A committee to oversee the center's operations was established two months ago. The Governor called upon relevant parties to accelerate the necessary procedures.

The Governor was accompanied during the visit by his advisor for social and political affairs, the assistant governor of Tidjikja district, the city's mayor, and leaders of the region's military and security agencies. The center's Director General, Agaye Amadou Alassan, provided an update on the progress of preparations and logistical arrangements.

According to the Director General, the work is progressing at an accelerated pace, and the center is expected to be ready for operation soon. The Governor's visit demonstrates the administration's commitment to enhancing healthcare infrastructure in the region. The new medical center is anticipated to significantly improve healthcare services for the local population.

The Tiris Zemmour region will benefit from the enhanced medical facilities, which will provide much-needed healthcare services to residents. The Governor's emphasis on swift completion underscores the administration's priority on healthcare development. The center's upcoming launch is expected to have a positive impact on the region's healthcare landscape.

With the center nearing completion, attention is focused on the final stages of preparation. The Governor's visit has highlighted the importance of timely completion and the role of collaborative efforts in achieving this goal. Key stakeholders will continue to work together to ensure the center's successful launch and operation.

Key points

  • The new medical center in Tidjikja is 50% complete, with an expected soon-to-be-operational status.
  • A committee has been established to oversee the center's operations, emphasizing the administration's commitment to its successful launch.
  • The center's completion is anticipated to significantly enhance healthcare services for the local population in the Tiris Zemmour region.

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