On Friday, October 30, 2026, Mauritania's Minister of Agriculture and Food Sovereignty, Ahmed Bab Ould Ali, conducted a field visit to several ongoing and completed projects in the Alak district of Lberakne. The visit was part of the government's efforts to monitor the implementation of the Emergency Development Program aimed at improving access to basic services and promoting local development. The minister was accompanied by the Wali of Lberakne, Tayeb Ould Mohamed Mahmoud, and the President of the Lberakne region, Mustafa Ould Mohamed Mahmoud.
During his visit, the minister inspected several projects, including a completed school in the village of Jedda, which is part of the Aghchourkit municipality. He also visited a health center under construction in the Shakar municipality and an old youth center in Alak city, which is undergoing renovation. Additionally, the minister toured the old municipal stadium in Alak city, where he was briefed on the ongoing construction work. The visit aimed to assess the progress of the projects and accelerate their completion.
The Emergency Development Program, according to the minister, focuses on improving citizens' access to basic services, particularly in education, healthcare, water, electricity, roads, and environment. The program is part of the government's efforts to address the needs of the population, especially the most vulnerable groups. The minister emphasized that the program's achievements so far are tangible and deserve appreciation, while efforts will continue to complete the remaining projects.
The minister reviewed the progress of the Emergency Development Program in the Lberakne region, highlighting that all components of the program meet the urgent needs of the citizens. He stressed that the program reflects the commitment of President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani to respond comprehensively to the aspirations of the population, particularly the most vulnerable groups. The minister added that the current phase is a first step in a gradual process to improve services, which will be followed by other programs to address the remaining shortcomings.
The visit was attended by several officials, including the Advisor to the Presidency, Aissata Daouda Ghlou, and the Advisor to the Prime Minister's office, Hassan Ould Bab. Also present were the governor of Alak district, Mohamed Ould Al Hussein Ould Agihe, local elected officials, and representatives of the regional education department and security and military authorities.
The Emergency Development Program is a comprehensive initiative aimed at improving the living conditions of Mauritanians by providing access to basic services. The program's implementation is being closely monitored by the government, which is committed to ensuring its success. The minister's visit to Lberakne is part of the government's efforts to engage with local communities and ensure that their needs are being addressed.
The minister concluded his visit by emphasizing the importance of preserving and valuing the achievements of the Emergency Development Program. He called on citizens to take ownership of these gains and to contribute to their maintenance. The program is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of Mauritanians, particularly in rural areas, by providing them with access to essential services and promoting local development.
Key points
- The Emergency Development Program aims to improve access to basic services in Mauritania, particularly in education, healthcare, and infrastructure.
- The program is part of the government's efforts to address the needs of the population, especially the most vulnerable groups.
- The minister's visit to Lberakne is part of the government's efforts to monitor the implementation of the program and ensure its success.
