Mining
General Overview
Mauritania, rich in mineral resources, positions itself as a key producer in Africa, with significant reserves of iron, gold, copper, gypsum, and other mineral resources.
The country has over 900 mining indices, mainly located in the Tiris Zemmour and Inchiri regions.
The port infrastructures in Nouakchott and Nouadhibou, along with the railway connecting Zouérate to Nouadhibou, facilitate the export of minerals.
Exports in Value
3,9 billion USD
Main export destinations
China, Japan, Germany, Italy
Contribution to the economy
18,9% of GDP
Exports
Iron:14 million tonsGold: 15 tons Copper: 30,000 tons
Major Mineral Resources
Uranium
100 million pounds
Iron
15 billion tons
Gold
150 million ounces
Gypsum
6 billion tons
Copper
28 million tons
Phosphates
250 million tons
Incentives and Guarantees
Governed by its dedicated Mining Code , Mauritania ensures a clear, secure, and investment-friendly framework for mining projects, offering attractive fiscal and operational conditions for exploration, development, and long-term resource management . Additionally, the Investment Code encourages value addition and industrial transformation.
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