Overview
Overview
Mauritania, strategically located at the crossroads of North and West Africa, covers over 1 million km² and is home to over 5 million people. Its youthful population, with an average age of 22, provides a vibrant workforce and a growing consumer market.
The country maintains a stable economic environment, with low inflation and a diversified economy, offering attractive opportunities across sectors from natural resources to services.
The combination of a strategic location, abundant resources, and emerging market potential positions Mauritania as an attractive destination for regional and international investment.
Key Facts
Total Area
1,030,700 sq. km
Governance
Republic
Population
5.1 million
Languages
Arabic, French
Capital City
Nouakchott
Major Cities
Nouadhibou, Kiffa,Rosso, Kaédi, Zouerate, Atar
International Airports
Nouakchott–Oumtounsy Nouadhibou
Climate
Arid desert climate
Time Zone
UTC
Key Economic Indicators
10.69 billion USD
GDP (2024)
+5.2%
GDP growth
2,150 USD
GDP per capita
GDP structure
0%
Primary Sector
Agriculture
Livestock
Fishing
Agriculture
Livestock
Fishing
0%
Secondary Sector
Industry
Mining
Construction
Industry
Mining
Construction
0%
Tertiary Sector
Services
Services
FDI
0 M $
Inflows
0 B $
Stock
0%
Growth
Mauritania’s Trade Statistics (2024)
Mauritania’s strategic geographic position between the Maghreb, West Africa, and the Atlantic Ocean offers privileged access to both regional and international markets.
The country is a member of major trade agreements and blocs such as the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), ECOWAS, Arab Maghreb Union (AMU), Everything But Arms (EBA), and the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), granting preferential access to African, European, and American markets.
Exports: 169.8 billion ouguiyas
Gold
38.2%
Iron ore
30.3%
Fisheries products
24.4%
Imports: 187.8 billion ouguiyas
Petroleum products
34.2%
Food products
23%
Other products
42.6%