On Thursday, October 29, 2026, Mauritanian Culture, Arts, Communication, and Parliament Relations Minister Mohamed Ould Baban conducted an inspection tour of the ministry's headquarters and various departments. The visit aimed to assess the workflow and performance of the ministry's departments and meet with their heads. During the tour, the minister visited the offices of the ministry's officials and advisors.
The minister's tour included the Directorate of Cooperation and External Relations, the Audiovisual Communication Directorate, the Arts Directorate, the Digital Media Directorate, the Communication Directorate, the Studies, Planning, and Monitoring Directorate, and the Administrative Affairs Directorate. He also visited the General Secretariat, where he was briefed on the nature of work in these departments and their roles in implementing the ministry's programs.
During his visits, Minister Ould Baban received detailed briefings from department heads and officials on their tasks, responsibilities, and challenges. They presented their efforts to implement planned programs and activities, as well as organizational and professional aspects of their work. The minister also learned about the ministry's quarterly cultural magazine, its content, and distribution mechanisms.
The minister was informed about the cultural festivals and events in which the ministry participates nationally and internationally. He emphasized the need for seriousness, perseverance, and discipline in work, and urged officials to enhance their performance and commitment to their professional responsibilities. The minister also called for teamwork, improved productivity, and better services.
Minister Ould Baban stressed the importance of communication within the sector, assuring that his door is open to all employees to listen to their opinions, suggestions, and concerns. He expressed his commitment to addressing challenges and improving working conditions, which would enhance cooperation and integration among ministry departments.
The minister's tour was attended by the ministry's General Secretary, Sidi Mohamed Jidou Khatri. During the tour, Minister Ould Baban reaffirmed the government's commitment to the culture sector, as outlined in the president's guidelines and the government's program. He encouraged officials to work towards achieving these goals.
The inspection tour reflects the ministry's efforts to improve its performance and enhance its role in promoting Mauritanian culture. The minister's visit demonstrated his commitment to overseeing the implementation of the ministry's programs and activities, and to ensuring that they align with the government's objectives.
Key points
- The minister's tour aimed to assess workflow and performance in various ministry departments.
- The minister emphasized the need for seriousness, perseverance, and discipline in work.
- The tour was part of the government's efforts to improve the culture sector's performance.
