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Artisanal miners in the Inchiri region pulling up ore from the bottom of a pit in Akjoujt, Mauritania on September 21, 2020. shutterstock

Mauritania's mineral treasure trove drives its rapid growth

One of the world's poorest nations currently has one of the fastest growing economies in Africa. Looking at the map and surveys of its mineral deposits shows why that might continue.

Mohamed Sharki 09 March 2025
Oil and gas discoveries in Mauritania are transforming a forgotten state in the northwest of Africa into a regional player attracting the attention of the West. shutterstock

Offshore gas discoveries help put Mauritania on the map

Hydrocarbons, minerals, and uranium are all attracting interest in an African democracy with an Atlantic coast, a lack of terrorism, and a habit of making friends. Is this Mauritania's moment?

Mohamed Sharki 27 June 2024
Mauritania has a big new gas field about to go live and a handy Atlantic location for exports. Add a well-stocked mineral larder, and you have an attractive mix. Sara Gironi Carnevale

Regional suitors standby as Mauritania’s fortunes look up

The West African state has a big new gas field about to go live and a handy Atlantic location for exports. Add a well-stocked mineral larder, and you have an attractive mix.

Mohamed Sharki 31 March 2024
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