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Mauritania

Mauritania is a sparsely populated nation of 4 million people that borders Algeria, Mali, Morocco and Senegal in Western Africa's Sahel region. It achieved independence from France in 1960.

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Mauritanian artist Oumar Ball works in his studio. He paints on a canvas that is lying on the floor.

Dak'Art 2024 highlights Mauritanian artist Oumar Ball

Dak'Art 2024 highlights Mauritanian artist Oumar Ball

The artist sees human traits in animals. DW met Oumar in his studio, crafting life-sized statues and vibrant paintings.
ArtsNovember 14, 202404:00 min
Magazin Global Us am 21.10.2024 - Mauretanien Wüste

Mauritania: The desert is swallowing its heritage

Mauritania: The desert is swallowing its heritage

Chinguetti in Mauritania is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. But now the desert is encroaching.
ClimateOctober 21, 202406:37 min
Maïmouna Hamadi, a religious guide, speaks to DW in a village square

Mauritanian women take lead in preventing extremism

Mauritanian women take lead in preventing extremism

Mourchidates, key figures in Mauritanian society as religious teachers and family counselors, help to ensure peace.
SocietyAugust 15, 202403:48 min
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AfricaLink News: 05 July 2024

AfricaLink News: 05 July 2024

Kenya: Ruto makes concessions +++ Mauritania: bodies of 89 migrants recovered +++ Iran: voters head to run-off election
PoliticsJuly 5, 202402:39 min
A herd of camels sits on the desert sand, as an iron ore train passes in the background

Sahara Express a 'lifeline' for Mauritania

Sahara Express a 'lifeline' for Mauritania

Traders, families, goats, camels and thousands of tons of iron ore roll through one of the world's most remote regions.
TravelJune 26, 202407:07 min
This photo taken near the fishing village of Calhau in Sao Vicente on March 5, 2024 shows peoples belongings and a pirogue

Migrants turn to Mauritania as new EU transit route

Migrants turn to Mauritania as new EU transit route

Thousands of Africans continue to try to reach Europe by sea from Mauritania, despite facing inhumane conditions.
MigrationJune 10, 2024
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