Mauritania
| Country | Mauritania |
| Capital | Nouakchott |
| Continent | Africa |
| Currency | Ouguiya(MRO) |
| Languages | Arabic, Pulaar, Soninke, Wolof, French, Zenaga & Berber |
Nouakchott |
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Introduction
Independent from France in 1960, Mauritania annexed the southern third of the former Spanish Sahara (now Western Sahara) in 1976 but relinquished it after three years of raids by the Polisario guerrilla front seeking independence for the territory. Maaouya Ould Sid Ahmed TAYA seized power in a coup in 1984 and ruled Mauritania with a heavy hand for more than two decades. A series of presidential elections that he held were widely seen as flawed. A bloodless coup in August 2005 deposed President TAYA and ushered in a military council that oversaw a transition to democratic rule. Independent candidate Sidi Ould Cheikh ABDALLAHI was inaugurated in April 2007 as Mauritania's first freely and fairly elected president. His term ended prematurely in August 2008 when a military junta led by General Mohamed Ould Abdel AZIZ deposed him and ushered in a military council government. AZIZ was subsequently elected president in July 2009. The country continues to experience ethnic tensions among its black population (Afro-Mauritanians) and white and black Moor (Arab-Berber) communities, and is having to confront a growing terrorism threat by al-Qa'ida in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM).
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New government formed in Mauritania - Anadolu AgencyNew government formed in Mauritania Anadolu Agency *Fresh* cabinet announced on state TV after Mohamed Ould Ghazouani assumes presidency last week - Anadolu Agency. Mauritania blogger once given death penalty for 'blasphemy' freed - Aljazeera.comMauritania blogger once given death penalty for 'blasphemy' freed Aljazeera.com Mkhaitir was initially sentenced to death for comments about Prophet Muhammad and the role of Islam in society. Amnesty: Freed Mauritanian Blogger Arrives in Europe - VOA NewsAmnesty: Freed Mauritanian Blogger Arrives in Europe VOA News VOA's Esha Sarai contributed to this report from Mauritania. A Mauritanian blogger, jailed for nearly six years in Mauritania, has said he only "saw the sun six ... Mauritania: New President must prioritise human rights - Amnesty InternationalMauritania: New President must prioritise human rights Amnesty International Mauritania's new President must commit to addressing the country's appalling human rights record, by taking meaningful measures to end the scourge of slavery ... Ending the idea that 'girls don't play football in Mauritania' - BBC SportEnding the idea that 'girls don't play football in Mauritania' BBC Sport Slemha Sid'Ahmed is captain of her nation's first ever women's national team and battling the attitude of 'girls don't play football in Mauritania'. West African leaders 'flood' inauguration of new Mauritania president - Africanews EnglishWest African leaders 'flood' inauguration of new Mauritania president Africanews English President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani in his first speech on Thursday said Mauritania's people had written an important page in the country's history and ... Trump sends rep to August 1 investiture of new Mauritania president - Africanews EnglishTrump sends rep to August 1 investiture of new Mauritania president Africanews English The United States will send a delegation to the investiture of new Mauritanian president, Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, which event takes place on ... Difficult Eid al-Adha in Mauritania – Middle East Monitor - Middle East MonitorDifficult Eid al-Adha in Mauritania – Middle East Monitor Middle East Monitor Sacrificial camels were waited to be sold at Marbat Livestock Market after their value increased due to drought and exportation with Senegal and Mali during Eid ... Africa in the news: Mauritania’s new President Ghazouani, Mozambique’s peace deal, and Pelosi and US delegation’s visit to Ghana - Brookings InstitutionAfrica in the news: Mauritania’s new President Ghazouani, Mozambique’s peace deal, and Pelosi and US delegation’s visit to Ghana Brookings Institution Mohamed Ould Ghazouani takes office in Mauritania, Mozambique's President Nyusi signs a peace deal with the opposition, and Speaker Pelosi leads a U.S. ... Feasibility study completed for Mauritania uranium mine - World Nuclear NewsFeasibility study completed for Mauritania uranium mine World Nuclear News A newly completed definitive feasibility study for the Tiris uranium project in Mauritania has confirmed low capital operating costs for the development, Australian ... Mauritania 'blasphemy' blogger says he saw the sun six times during five-year detention - The New ArabMauritania 'blasphemy' blogger says he saw the sun six times during five-year detention The New Arab A Mauritanian blogger released last week after more than five years in jail has said he only "saw the sun six times" during his incarceration over blasphemy ... ICE deports man awaiting hip replacement surgery to Mauritania - NBC NewsICE deports man awaiting hip replacement surgery to Mauritania NBC News A 60-year-old Ohio man who was waiting for hip replacement surgery was deported to his native Mauritania on Tuesday without the operation, according to his ... Ghazouani sworn in as new Mauritanian president - Anadolu AgencyGhazouani sworn in as new Mauritanian president Anadolu Agency Ghazouani is 10th president of Mauritania since its independence from France in 1960 - Anadolu Agency. Mauritania to conduct census for citizens in diaspora - Journalducameroun.com - EnglishMauritania to conduct census for citizens in diaspora Journalducameroun.com - English Published on 23.08.2019 at 14h21 by APA News. Share. The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed, speaking on Thursday in ... GIEWS Country Brief: Mauritania: 5-August-2019 - Mauritania - ReliefWebGIEWS Country Brief: Mauritania: 5-August-2019 - Mauritania ReliefWeb English News and Press Release on Mauritania about Agriculture, Food and Nutrition, Refugees and Drought; published on 05 Aug 2019 by FAO. Saudi envoy awarded medal in Mauritania - ArabnewsSaudi envoy awarded medal in Mauritania Arabnews NOUAKCHOTT: President Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz of Mauritania awarded Saudi Ambassador Hazza bin Zaben Al-Mutairi the Order of Merit (Commander ... Mauritania president sacks minister 5 days before leaving office - Middle East MonitorMauritania president sacks minister 5 days before leaving office Middle East Monitor Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz yesterday sacked Health Minister Boubacar Kane just five days before he is due to step down from his post as ... Kosmos Energy sees Mauritania, Senegal deal by year-end - ReutersKosmos Energy sees Mauritania, Senegal deal by year-end Reuters Oil and gas explorer Kosmos Energy expects to have agreed by the end of this year to sell down its stake in projects off the coast of Mauritania and Senegal in ... UNICEF Mauritania Humanitarian Situation Report (April - June 2019) - Mauritania - ReliefWebUNICEF Mauritania Humanitarian Situation Report (April - June 2019) - Mauritania ReliefWeb English Situation Report on Mauritania about Contributions, Coordination, Children, Refugees and more; published on 30 Jun 2019 by UNICEF. Mauritania: President Assigns Ismail Ould Sidia as PM - Asharq Al-awsat EnglishMauritania: President Assigns Ismail Ould Sidia as PM Asharq Al-awsat English Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould el-Ghazouani named former minister Ismail Ould Badah Ould Cheikh Sidia as prime minister and tasked him with forming ... 'I'm being punished': Guantanamo's 'most tortured detainee' still can't leave Mauritania - Middle East Eye'I'm being punished': Guantanamo's 'most tortured detainee' still can't leave Mauritania Middle East Eye Mohamedou Salahi says he is being blocked from having a passport as US does not want him to travel the world and recount his 14 years of abuse. Mauritania: Submission to the United Nations committee on the elimination of racial discrimination 99th session, 5 -29 August 2019, Follow-up procedure - Mauritania - ReliefWebMauritania: Submission to the United Nations committee on the elimination of racial discrimination 99th session, 5 -29 August 2019, Follow-up procedure - Mauritania ReliefWeb English News and Press Release on Mauritania about Protection and Human Rights; published on 31 Jul 2019 by Amnesty. Mauritania: Blogger imprisoned for blasphemy set free, goes to Senegal - The North Africa PostMauritania: Blogger imprisoned for blasphemy set free, goes to Senegal The North Africa Post Mauritanian blogger Mohamed Cheikh Ould Mkheitir, initially sentenced to death for blasphemy, “regained his freedom” after more than five and a half years in ... Morocco boosts security at border crossing with Mauritania - The North Africa PostMorocco boosts security at border crossing with Mauritania The North Africa Post Morocco is tightening control over its southern borders with state-of-the-art technology to keep the Sahara and the whole country at bay from threats posed by ... Pacific Santa Ana to drill for Total offshore Mauritania - Offshore Oil and Gas MagazinePacific Santa Ana to drill for Total offshore Mauritania Offshore Oil and Gas Magazine Offshore staff. LUXEMBOURG – Pacific Drilling S.A. has issued an update on its drillship fleet. Offshore Mauritania, Total has awarded the Pacific Santa Ana a ... PEN America: Release of Blogger in Mauritania "Long-Overdue Victory" - PEN AmericaPEN America: Release of Blogger in Mauritania "Long-Overdue Victory" PEN America The release of Mauritanian Facebook blogger Mohamed Cheikh Ould Mkhaitir, after having been jailed more than five years for "blasphemy," is a long overdue ... Sahel: Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, Mauritania, the Niger and Senegal Regional overview - July 2019 - Mali - ReliefWebSahel: Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, Mauritania, the Niger and Senegal Regional overview - July 2019 - Mali ReliefWeb English Situation Report on Mali and 5 other countries about Agriculture, Food and Nutrition and IDPs; published on 05 Aug 2019 by FAO. Mauritanian TV highlights Egypt's role in helping Mauritanian cadres - EgypttodayMauritanian TV highlights Egypt's role in helping Mauritanian cadres Egypttoday NOUAKCHOTT, Aug 6 (MENA) - The Mauritanian TV highlighted Egypt's key role in helping Mauritanian youth cadres over the past 55 years. This came on the ... UAE telecom provider Etisalat issues phone hack warning after customer gets Dh24,000 bill - Gulf NewsUAE telecom provider Etisalat issues phone hack warning after customer gets Dh24,000 bill Gulf News Dubai: Telecommunications firm Etisalat are warning customers to secure themselves against hackers, after a company owner was billed over Dh24,000 for ... Mauritania study promising for Aura - www.mining-journal.comMauritania study promising for Aura www.mining-journal.com Uranium believer Aura Energy has reviewed its fully permitted Tiris project in Mauritania, finding the project remains “one of the most compelling uranium, ... Morocco to launch dual carriageway to border checkpoint with Mauritania - The North Africa PostMorocco to launch dual carriageway to border checkpoint with Mauritania The North Africa Post Morocco is preparing to launch works to build a dual carriageway linking Dakhla to the southernmost tip of Guargarat on the borders with Mauritania. The 450 ... Mauritania, Japan compete for Nigerian pelagics market amid quota restrictions - Undercurrent NewsMauritania, Japan compete for Nigerian pelagics market amid quota restrictions Undercurrent News Mauritania and Japan are in stiff competition to control Nigeria's pelagics market, amid tight quotas and import restrictions, reports the New Telegraph. Mounting Signs of Major Shift in Mauritania-Polisario Ties - The North Africa PostMounting Signs of Major Shift in Mauritania-Polisario Ties The North Africa Post The feckless and corrupt Polisario leaders continue to suffer major setbacks, losing more grounds, allies, regional and international support. It seems that they ... Pacific Drilling drillship awarded Mauritania work by Total - - Splash 247Pacific Drilling drillship awarded Mauritania work by Total - Splash 247 New York-listed offshore driller Pacific Drilling has been awarded more work for 2011-built drillship Pacific Santa Ana . Total has exercised an option for the ... Mauritania call up Entag El Harby's Amadou Niass - KingFutMauritania call up Entag El Harby's Amadou Niass KingFut Mauritania national team manager Corentin Martins has called-up Entag El Harby forward Amadou Niass. Noura Mint Seymali takes Mauritania to the world - Chicago ReaderNoura Mint Seymali takes Mauritania to the world Chicago Reader Mauritania doesn't have the global pop footprint of its neighbor Senegal; its local musical culture is dominated by traditional forms played at weddings and other. Mauritania remains stuck in the past, by Pierre Daum - Le Monde DiplomatiqueMauritania remains stuck in the past, by Pierre Daum Le Monde Diplomatique Mauritanian society set at independence into a racist structure, white above black. That is overlaid with strict Islamic observance, backed by Gulf money, and ... Outlook, An unlikely friendship in Guantanamo Bay - BBC NewsOutlook, An unlikely friendship in Guantanamo Bay BBC News How a Mauritanian inmate and an American guard were brought together by a movie. Mauritania’s Ould Abdel Aziz puts Morocco on an equal footing with the Polisario - Yabiladi in EnglishMauritania’s Ould Abdel Aziz puts Morocco on an equal footing with the Polisario Yabiladi in English Mauritania's outgoing president Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz was at the Nouakchott airport, Wednesday, when officials received guests invited to the inauguration ... CHAN: Away wins for Uganda, Mali as Mauritania is held - FutaaCHAN: Away wins for Uganda, Mali as Mauritania is held Futaa Uganda, Mali, Namibia, and Ethiopia returned home with aggregate advantages as Mauritania and Zambia forced away draws in day One of the 2020 African ... Xi's special envoy to attend Mauritanian presidential inauguration - Xinhua | English.news.cn - XinhuaXi's special envoy to attend Mauritanian presidential inauguration - Xinhua | English.news.cn Xinhua BEIJING, July 29 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping's special envoy Wang Dongming, also vice chairman of the National People's Congress Standing ... Africans twice as likely to be denied UK visas ahead of Brexit - Quartz AfricaAfricans twice as likely to be denied UK visas ahead of Brexit Quartz Africa African applicants are more than twice as likely to be refused a UK visa than applicants from any other part of the world. Mauritania: Widespread Arrests to Blunt Backlash Over Election - Human Rights WatchMauritania: Widespread Arrests to Blunt Backlash Over Election Human Rights Watch Mauritanian authorities detained for a week without charge at least three pro-opposition public figures apparently as part of efforts to smother dissent over the ... Headed to Detroit's Trinosophes, Noura Mint Seymali is the Mauritanian psych-rock band we need now - Detroit Metro TimesHeaded to Detroit's Trinosophes, Noura Mint Seymali is the Mauritanian psych-rock band we need now Detroit Metro Times It's not every day that we're presented with agile and lush female-fronted psych-blues out of Northwest Africa, but we're sure glad Noura Mint Seymali is doing ... The history of Jollof rice in West Africa—and the banter - Quartz AfricaThe history of Jollof rice in West Africa—and the banter Quartz Africa If you recently stumbled across what is loosely known as “African Twitter,” or other African social media spaces, you might have seen repeated mentions of Jollof ... Mauritania's Ghazouani declared presidential vote winner - Al Jazeera EnglishMauritania's Ghazouani declared presidential vote winner Al Jazeera English The ruling party candidate Mohamed Ould Ghazouani wins the election with 52 percent of the vote, the election body says. Why are states slow to ratify the Addis Ababa Convention? - University World NewsWhy are states slow to ratify the Addis Ababa Convention? University World News Nearly five years after its adoption and despite the many benefits it offers, only seven out of 55 African countries have ratified the Addis Ababa Convention which ... Standardized husbandry training program launched for Arab countries - Xinhua | English.news.cn - XinhuaStandardized husbandry training program launched for Arab countries - Xinhua | English.news.cn Xinhua YINCHUAN, Aug. 24 (Xinhua) -- A training program for Arab countries on standardized livestock production was launched on Friday in Yinchuan, capital city of ... Mauritania set for first democratic transition of power - BBC NewsMauritania set for first democratic transition of power BBC News Mauritania has been voting in what may result in the first democratic transition of power since the West African country achieved independence in 1960. Mauritanian President pays tribute to President of Republic's participation in his inauguration ceremony - Sahara Press ServiceMauritanian President pays tribute to President of Republic's participation in his inauguration ceremony Sahara Press Service Nouakchott, August 15, 2019 (SPS) - Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Sheikh Al-Ghazwani paid high tribute to the personal presence of the President of ... Mauritania: Authorities must exercise restraint in policing protests and lift the internet shutdown - Amnesty InternationalMauritania: Authorities must exercise restraint in policing protests and lift the internet shutdown Amnesty International The Mauritanian authorities must ensure respect for the right to freedom of peaceful assembly and exercise restraint when policing the protests planned for later ... Army rangers to begin deployment to Mali in coming days - The Irish TimesArmy rangers to begin deployment to Mali in coming days The Irish Times Most dangerous UN mission will involve 14 Irish special forces personnel. Argentina win 4-1 vs. Mauritania at COTIF L'Alcudia - mundoalbiceleste.comArgentina win 4-1 vs. Mauritania at COTIF L'Alcudia mundoalbiceleste.com Argentina defeated Mauritania 4-1 at COTIF L'Alcudia to start the tournament. The reigning champions were off to a flying start in the tournament. Coached by ... Venezuela's Maduro Regime Reportedly Eyeing a Return to UN Human Rights Council - CNSNews.comVenezuela's Maduro Regime Reportedly Eyeing a Return to UN Human Rights Council CNSNews.com Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro addresses the Human Rights Council in Geneva in November 2015. Venezuela was a member of the U.N.'s top rights body in ... Mauritania: 2 Bloggers Held for Defamation - Human Rights WatchMauritania: 2 Bloggers Held for Defamation Human Rights Watch Mauritanian authorities should free two bloggers arrested on March 22, 2019, and drop all charges related to their peaceful expression, Human Rights Watch ... Water-sharing will soon be necessary: experts - eNCAWater-sharing will soon be necessary: experts eNCA Population growth, climate change, economic and agricultural expansion and deforestation are all placing greater pressures on the world's water supplies. Mauritania shuts down internet after disputed elections - QuartzMauritania shuts down internet after disputed elections Quartz Connectivity was suspended after opposition candidates disputed the results of the recent elections. Two Years After Legal Release, Mauritania Blogger Remains in Detention - VOA NewsTwo Years After Legal Release, Mauritania Blogger Remains in Detention VOA News Nearly six years after his arrest, and two years after he was legally set free, Mauritanian lawyers and international rights groups are calling for authorities to ... Mauritania: Allow Ex-Guantanamo Detainee to Travel - Human Rights WatchMauritania: Allow Ex-Guantanamo Detainee to Travel Human Rights Watch Mauritanian authorities should issue a passport without delay to a former Guantanamo Bay detainee or explain the legal grounds for denying his right to travel, ... Mauritania president-elect hails 'pluralism' | Mena - Gulf NewsMauritania president-elect hails 'pluralism' | Mena Gulf News Nouakchott : Mohammad Ould Ghazouani, winner of last week's presidential election in Mauritania, on Friday hailed the beginning of “democratic pluralism” in ... Mauritania resumes Internet services after 10-days cut - Anadolu AgencyMauritania resumes Internet services after 10-days cut Anadolu Agency Internet services were suspended as protests and riots broke out on June 23 after announcement of polls' initial results - Anadolu Agency. Radhi Jaidi: Former Tunisia captain dismisses national coach rumours - BBC SportRadhi Jaidi: Former Tunisia captain dismisses national coach rumours BBC Sport Former Tunisia captain Radhi Jaidi dismisses rumours linking him to the vacant national coaching position. Post-election crackdown in Mauritania: Internet shutdown lifted, journalist remains in detention - Global VoicesPost-election crackdown in Mauritania: Internet shutdown lifted, journalist remains in detention Global Voices Mauritanian authorities restored access to the internet after disrupting it for 10 days following the disputed presidential elections of June 23. However, the ... Mauritania – Presidential election (22.06.19) - France-Diplomatie - Ministère de l'Europe et des Affaires étrangères - France DiplomatieMauritania – Presidential election (22.06.19) - France-Diplomatie - Ministère de l'Europe et des Affaires étrangères France Diplomatie France welcomes the smooth conduct of the presidential election in Mauritania on June 22, which took place in a calm climate. Two journalists arrested, internet shut down amid disputed election in Mauritania - CPJ Press Freedom OnlineTwo journalists arrested, internet shut down amid disputed election in Mauritania CPJ Press Freedom Online New York, July 3, 2019 -- Mauritanian authorities should immediately release journalists Seydi Moussa Camara and Ahmedou Ould al-Wadea, restore internet ... Mauritania: Blogger Mkhaïtir's Fate Lies in the Hands of the President - Human Rights WatchMauritania: Blogger Mkhaïtir's Fate Lies in the Hands of the President Human Rights Watch On June 22, Mauritanians will elect a new President. This political transition offers the current head of state an unprecedented opportunity to close the case of ... Mauritania rise from fourth worst team in world to Africa’s grand stage - The GuardianMauritania rise from fourth worst team in world to Africa’s grand stage The Guardian In 2012 Mauritania had only Bhutan, San Marino and the Turks & Caicos Islands ranked below them but a football revolution has delivered an Africa Cup of ... Mauritanian court confirms election win for government-backed candidate - ReutersMauritanian court confirms election win for government-backed candidate Reuters NOUAKCHOTT (Reuters) - A Mauritanian court on Monday confirmed Mohamed Ould Ghazouani as the country's next president, dismissing an appeal by ... Mauritania: Bloggers languish in detention two months after their arrest for condemning corruption - Amnesty InternationalMauritania: Bloggers languish in detention two months after their arrest for condemning corruption Amnesty International Authorities in Mauritania must immediately and unconditionally release two famous bloggers who have been in detention for two months solely for posting on ... Mauritania: Repressive Laws Restrict Peaceful Speech - Human Rights WatchMauritania: Repressive Laws Restrict Peaceful Speech Human Rights Watch Mauritanian authorities used a litany of harsh and overbroad laws on terrorism, cybercrime, apostasy, and criminal defamation to prosecute and jail human rights ... Despite Gains, Mauritania’s Road to Defeat Slavery is Long and Bumpy - The Globe PostDespite Gains, Mauritania’s Road to Defeat Slavery is Long and Bumpy The Globe Post Despite small gains, the road to defeat all forms of slavery and human trafficking in Mauritania is long and paved with obstacles. My brother is in jail in Mauritania — for reporting on a massive fraud - The Washington PostMy brother is in jail in Mauritania — for reporting on a massive fraud The Washington Post Nasser Weddady is a Mauritanian American activist known for his social media activism during the Arab Spring. Imagine that convicted U.S. investor and ... WFP Mauritania Country Brief, May 2019 - Mauritania - ReliefWebWFP Mauritania Country Brief, May 2019 - Mauritania ReliefWeb English Situation Report on Mauritania about Agriculture, Education, Children, Refugees and more; published on 31 May 2019 by WFP. Tunisia legend Radhi Jaidi rules out national coach reports - Yahoo SportsTunisia legend Radhi Jaidi rules out national coach reports Yahoo Sports The former Eagles of Carthage captain has been linked to vacant position following departure of Alain Giresse. Mauritania: Internet access back after 10-day blackout – Middle East Monitor - Middle East MonitorMauritania: Internet access back after 10-day blackout – Middle East Monitor Middle East Monitor Mauritanian authorities restored Internet access on mobile phones late Wednesday after a 10-day blackout. The authorities had cut off access to the internet on ... Mauritania's delegation heads to Egypt for AFCON - EgypttodayMauritania's delegation heads to Egypt for AFCON Egypttoday CAIRO – 20 June 2019: A Mauritanian plane, carrying the national football team, left Nouakchott on Wednesday heading for the Moroccan city of Marrakesh and ... My Brother Is Stuck in a Mauritanian Prison - The AtlanticMy Brother Is Stuck in a Mauritanian Prison The Atlantic His arrest—after unmasking an alleged Ponzi scheme—underlines the dangers of the United States turning a blind eye to corruption in the developing world. Mauritania: UNHCR Operational Update as of 15 May 2019 - Mauritania - ReliefWebMauritania: UNHCR Operational Update as of 15 May 2019 - Mauritania ReliefWeb Mauritania hosts over 2,500 urban refugees and asylum- seekers and more than 57,000 Malian refugees in and around Mbera camp. Despite the conclusion of ... Rivalry and revelry mark Mauritania election campaign | News | Africa - Mail and GuardianRivalry and revelry mark Mauritania election campaign | News | Africa Mail and Guardian Rivalry and revelry mark Mauritania election campaign. Mauritania bloggers expose president link to property ponzi - QuartzMauritania bloggers expose president link to property ponzi Quartz Mauritania is a country that is rarely on the global news agenda, and this seems to suit its leaders just fine. Now, the arrest of two bloggers is bringing unwanted ... Mauritania: Presidential candidates must commit to protect human rights - Amnesty InternationalMauritania: Presidential candidates must commit to protect human rights Amnesty International Mauritania's next president must urgently tackle the country's poor human rights record by taking a tougher stance against slavery, human trafficking, and attacks ... Mauritania President Ould Abdel Aziz marches to fight hate speech - Aljazeera.comMauritania President Ould Abdel Aziz marches to fight hate speech Aljazeera.com President Ould Abdel Aziz launches rally aimed at dampening ethnic tensions between Arab-Berbers and Haratines. Mauritania jails bloggers Abderrahmane Weddady and Cheikh Ould Jiddou on false news charges - CPJ Press Freedom OnlineMauritania jails bloggers Abderrahmane Weddady and Cheikh Ould Jiddou on false news charges CPJ Press Freedom Online New York, March 28, 2019 -- Mauritanian authorities should immediately release bloggers Abderrahmane Weddady and Cheikh Ould Jiddou and stop detaining ... ICE is Shipping Ohio's Mauritanians Back to Slavery's Last Stronghold in Northwest Africa - Cleveland SceneICE is Shipping Ohio's Mauritanians Back to Slavery's Last Stronghold in Northwest Africa Cleveland Scene Seyni Malick Diagne is a native of Mauritania, an Islamic republic on the edge of the Sahara Desert in Northwest Africa. But the 64-year-old is also an Ohioan. Mali thrash Mauritania, Angola and Tunisia draw, Ivory Coast off to winning start - FRANCE 24Mali thrash Mauritania, Angola and Tunisia draw, Ivory Coast off to winning start FRANCE 24 Mali produced three stunning goals as they thumped Africa Cup of Nations debutants Mauritania 4-1 on Monday, handing their neighbours a harsh lesson in ... 10 highest-paid leaders of the world: Donald Trump takes 4th spot - Moneycontrol.com10 highest-paid leaders of the world: Donald Trump takes 4th spot Moneycontrol.com Yearly earnings of world leaders far exceeds the pay package of an average citizen. Here's a list of the top-10 highest paid leaders as of 2018/19 compiled by ... Mauritania prepares for historic election as discontent simmers - ReutersMauritania prepares for historic election as discontent simmers Reuters NOUAKCHOTT (Reuters) - Mauritanians will vote for a new president on Saturday in what is expected to be the West African country's first peaceful transfer of ... Mauritania releases opposition supporters arrested after vote clashes - Mail and GuardianMauritania releases opposition supporters arrested after vote clashes Mail and Guardian Ghazouani will on August 2 officially take over the presidency from close ally Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz. (Sia Kambou/AFP/Getty Images) · Comments. African LNG market attracting $100B and beyond - Power Engineering MagazineAfrican LNG market attracting $100B and beyond Power Engineering Magazine Africa is an exciting frontier in the global liquified natural gas sector. The African LNG market holds 7.1 percent of proven global gas reserves and is expected to ... Improving the Living Conditions of Refugee Host Communities in Mauritania - Mauritania - ReliefWebImproving the Living Conditions of Refugee Host Communities in Mauritania - Mauritania ReliefWeb Nouakchott - The Hodh Ech Chargui region of Mauritania faces challenges linked to access to water and animal health, with livestock being the only means of ... Africa Cup of Nations: Angola denied last minute winner against Mauritania - BBC SportAfrica Cup of Nations: Angola denied last minute winner against Mauritania BBC Sport Angola forced to settle for a draw with Mauritania in the Africa Cup of Nations after Geraldo's 90th-minute goal is disallowed. Mauritanian army embarks on Nouakchott cleanup - Journalducameroun.com - EnglishMauritanian army embarks on Nouakchott cleanup Journalducameroun.com - English Published on 19.08.2019 at 21h21 by APA News. Share. Mauritanian soldiers, on Monday, began clearing rubbish from streets and public squares in ... 8-year-old activist stumps for a climate debate - Grist8-year-old activist stumps for a climate debate Grist Havana Chapman-Edwards is an 8-year-old U.S. diplomat and a passionate community organizer, philanthropist, public speaker, and humanitarian as well as ... Mauritania: Submission to the United Nations Human Rights Committee 126th session, 1-26 July 2019 - Mauritania - ReliefWebMauritania: Submission to the United Nations Human Rights Committee 126th session, 1-26 July 2019 - Mauritania ReliefWeb Mauritania has taken some steps to strengthen human rights guarantees. Despite this, the Mauritanian authorities regularly undermine human rights and there is ... How Mauritania exports religion to Saudi Arabia—And not just the other way around - Brookings InstitutionHow Mauritania exports religion to Saudi Arabia—And not just the other way around Brookings Institution Mauritania has much to offer Saudi Arabia—making Mauritania not just a recipient of Saudi Arabian outreach, but also a contributor to Saudi Arabia's own ... Ahead of Mauritania's Election, Activists Hope for 'Light at the End of the Tunnel' - World Politics ReviewAhead of Mauritania's Election, Activists Hope for 'Light at the End of the Tunnel' World Politics Review For the past few days, free speech and anti-corruption activists have gathered outside a prison in Mauritania to demand the release of Abderrahmane Weddady ... Mauritanian president calls for 'responsible' polls - Anadolu AgencyMauritanian president calls for 'responsible' polls Anadolu Agency NOUAKCHOTT. Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Abdelaziz on Tuesday called for “responsible competition” in regards to presidential elections slated for ... 2019 Africa Cup of Nations: Mauritania 0 Tunisia 0 - Sportstar2019 Africa Cup of Nations: Mauritania 0 Tunisia 0 Sportstar Despite failing to win a game in Group E, Tunisia progressed to the last 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations as runner-up. Local Mauritanian Community Calls On Steve Chabot For Help - WOSULocal Mauritanian Community Calls On Steve Chabot For Help WOSU Updated: Tuesday, 9:04 a.m. Cincinnati's Mauritanian community wants Congress to address human rights issues in their native country. Community. Unshackled Yet Far From Free, Former Slaves Struggle in Mauritania - Voice of AmericaUnshackled Yet Far From Free, Former Slaves Struggle in Mauritania Voice of America Mbarka Mint Essatim was 23 when she discovered she was a slave. Her master's driver saw her doing heavy lifting one day and asked if she was paid. |