Mauritania's Water Minister, Amal Bent Mouloud, chaired a meeting on September 29, 2026, to review the commitments and pledges made by President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani during his visit to the Adrar and Inchiri regions from September 20-26, 2026. The meeting aimed to develop a practical plan to implement the commitments related to the water sector.
The meeting focused on prioritizing actions, assigning roles and responsibilities among concerned parties, and outlining required procedures and timelines for implementation. The minister and attendees discussed the initial steps for proceeding with a study on a project to supply the city of Akjoujt and surrounding villages with water from Benshab.
President El Ghazouani's visit to Adrar and Inchiri regions led to several commitments and pledges, which are being reviewed and implemented by various government ministries and agencies. The water minister's meeting is part of the efforts to ensure the implementation of these commitments, which aim to improve living conditions and provide essential services to the local population.
The meeting concluded with a decision to hold regular meetings to monitor progress and assess the level of implementation of the defined tasks. This approach aims to accelerate the pace of work and translate the commitments into tangible reality on the ground.
The water ministry's meeting follows a ministerial meeting chaired by Prime Minister Mokhtar Ould Aja on September 28, 2026. The prime minister's meeting reviewed the outcomes of President El Ghazouani's visit and prepared a practical program to implement the announced commitments and pledges.
The government's efforts to implement the president's commitments are being closely followed by various stakeholders, including local communities and civil society organizations. The projects and initiatives launched as a result of these commitments are expected to have a positive impact on the lives of Mauritanian citizens, particularly in the areas of water supply, infrastructure development, and economic growth.
Key initiatives and projects resulting from the president's visit will be closely monitored to ensure their timely completion and effectiveness. The government has emphasized its commitment to transparency and accountability in the implementation of these projects, which are critical to achieving the country's development goals and improving the well-being of its citizens.
Key points
- The Mauritanian government is working to implement commitments made by President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani during his recent visit to Adrar and Inchiri regions.
- The water ministry is leading efforts to develop a practical plan to implement commitments related to the water sector, including a project to supply Akjoujt and surrounding villages with water.
- Regular meetings will be held to monitor progress and assess the level of implementation of the defined tasks.
