Mauritania

Mauritania is a country in northwest Africa, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, Western Sahara, Algeria, Mali, and Senegal. It features vast desert landscapes, including part of the Sahara, with a small population concentrated mainly along the coast and in fertile river valleys. The nation has a rich history influenced by Arab and Berber cultures, and its economy relies on fishing, mineral resources, and pastoralism. Mauritania is a republic with a mix of Islamic traditions and modern governance. Despite challenges such as poverty and desertification, it plays a strategic role regionally and is striving for economic development and political stability.