Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani recently presided over a meeting with local officials, notables, and stakeholders in Atar, as part of his working visit to the Adrar region. The meeting provided an opportunity for the President to engage with the community, listen to their concerns, and review local development initiatives. He expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and strong mobilization of the local population.
During the meeting, President El Ghazouani acknowledged the legitimacy of the concerns raised by the participants, which align with the priorities of citizens across the country. He emphasized the importance of addressing these concerns, which include improving living conditions and providing essential services. The President highlighted the need for a comprehensive national development vision, which has been in place since 2019, to address the country's challenges.
The President noted that Mauritania faced significant development challenges after gaining independence, including a lack of infrastructure and essential services. He acknowledged that while progress has been made, there is still a need for improvement. President El Ghazouani emphasized that young people make up the majority of the Mauritanian population, and their concerns and needs must be addressed through accelerated action.
The President identified key sectors that require attention, including education, healthcare, water, and electricity. He noted that these sectors are crucial for improving living conditions and driving development. President El Ghazouani emphasized that access to essential services, including education, healthcare, and energy, is a priority for ensuring a dignified life and responding to citizen aspirations.
In the education sector, President El Ghazouani reported significant progress, including the construction of approximately 6,000 new classrooms between 2019 and 2025, with an additional 3,000 planned for 2026. He also highlighted the recruitment of thousands of teachers and plans to recruit over 2,700 more. The President noted that higher education has also expanded, with the creation of new institutions and infrastructure development.
The President discussed efforts to strengthen the healthcare sector, including the adoption of a program to establish regional hospitals in each wilaya, as well as the creation of moughataa hospitals, centers, and health posts. He reported that the number of intensive care beds has increased from 8 in 2019 to 148 currently, and the number of ambulances has reached 280, with plans to acquire 100 more by the end of 2026.
President El Ghazouani concluded by emphasizing the importance of involving all stakeholders in national debates, particularly those related to local development. He reaffirmed his commitment to addressing the concerns of citizens, including those in the Adrar region, and to driving development and growth across the country. The President's visit and meeting with local officials demonstrate his administration's focus on improving living conditions and promoting development in Mauritania.
Key points
- President El Ghazouani's administration has made significant investments in education, healthcare, and infrastructure development.
