On November 1, 2026, Mauritania's Minister of Real Estate and State Property, Mamoudou Mamadou Aniyang, accompanied by the Governor of Tiris Zemmour, Idrissa Demba Korera, conducted a field visit to several emergency program projects in Afderk. The aim was to assess the progress of ongoing projects and inspect completed facilities under the emergency program for universal access to basic services for local development.
The visit included an inspection of the expanded health center in the district, where the Minister reviewed the progress of work and urged the project implementers to accelerate the pace while adhering to technical standards and contractual obligations. This ensures the project is completed according to the required specifications. The Minister also inspected completed educational facilities, including three classrooms at the Sheikh Wali school and five classrooms at the elementary school in Aib.
During the visit, the Minister stated that the inspection is part of evaluating the first phase of the program and preparing for the second phase. He noted that the field visits allowed them to assess the progress of work and the availability of equipment in the completed facilities. The Minister observed that work is progressing well in several projects, with some facilities already equipped, including the health center, which now has laboratory equipment.
The Minister emphasized that the goal of these visits is to gain a firsthand understanding of the project's reality and implementation level, identifying shortcomings and actual needs rather than relying solely on meetings. He also aimed to inform citizens about the achievements under the program and the government's efforts to improve access to basic services. The Minister highlighted that providing water and electricity are top development priorities in Tiris Zemmour.
The Minister's consultations with administrative authorities, local elected officials, heads of technical services, and civil society representatives helped determine needs and prioritize them for inclusion in the second phase of the program. He praised the efforts of the Governor of Tiris Zemmour, local elected officials, and civil society representatives in supporting the program and contributing to the consultations.
The Minister was accompanied by members of the official delegation, as well as administrative and security authorities and local elected officials. The visit concluded with a review of the results and identification of priorities. The Minister reaffirmed the state's commitment to addressing the issues of water and electricity in the region.
The emergency program aims to improve access to basic services in local communities. The Minister's visit demonstrates the government's commitment to evaluating progress and ensuring that projects meet the required standards. The program's second phase is expected to build on the achievements and address the remaining needs in the region.
Key points
- The Minister of Real Estate and State Property inspects emergency program projects in Afderk to assess progress and completed facilities.
- The program aims to improve access to basic services, including water, electricity, and education, in local communities.
- The government is committed to addressing the issues of water and electricity in Tiris Zemmour.
