Welcome to APIM
The Investment Promotion Agency of Mauritania (APIM) is the national body dedicated to facilitating and promoting investment opportunities in Mauritania.
We act as a bridge between investors and the government, offering direct support, streamlined services, and strategic guidance to help projects succeed.
APIM is your trusted partner to navigate, establish, and grow your business in one of Africa’s most promising markets.
Why Mauritania
Strategic Location
Untapped Resources
Dynamic Young Workforce
Investor-Friendly
Where to Invest
Agriculture
Fertile soils with over 500,000 hectares of irrigable land ready for high-value crops and agribusiness.
Energy
A booming sector with 100 trillion cubic feet (TCF) of gas reserves and exceptional solar and wind potential.
Livestock
Strong pastoral tradition with a national herd of over 29 million cattle, sheep, goats, and camels
Mining
Over 900 identified mining indices, including world-class reserves of iron ore, gold, copper, and more.
Tourism
Majestic deserts, pristine beaches, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites — an untouched paradise for explorers.
How We Can Help?
At APIM, we are committed to turning your investment vision into reality. From project identification to long-term support, we provide a full range of services designed to ensure your success in Mauritania.
Opportunities
Facilitation
Business Setup
Incentives
Aftercare Services
Testimonials
Éric-Bastien Ballouhey
It was impressive to see all the measures that have been taken … and the coherence of the government’s plan to develop the economy, create more opportunities for young people, help SMEs access financing, and strengthen infrastructure.
Aboubacry Ly
Our agricultural project has flourished thanks to recent developments that have made the investor journey in Mauritania smoother and more promising.
Moussadeck Bally
After a decade in Mauritania, I can confidently say it is a secure and institutionally stable country. A decisive advantage in today’s highly competitive investment landscape.
Gordon Birrell
Mauritania is strengthening its position as a promising investment destination, supported by a steadily improving business climate and strong public–private collaboration. Over more than a decade of investment, British Petroleum has witnessed meaningful progress, marked by the successful launch of the GTA project.
Paul Rollinson
Mauritania has provided us with a stable and supportive environment for our mining operations, strengthening its reputation as a trusted destination for long-term investment.
Sokhna Barro
Between the first High Investment Council of Mauritania (HICM) session and the recommendations that were submitted and put on the table, significant progress has been made in terms of structural reforms, ongoing projects, and transformation and modernization projects in both urban and rural sectors, as well as in the digitalization of the administration, strengthening governance and the transparency enabled by this digitalization.
