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At the heart of the electoral excitement in Mauritania, the inhabitants of Nouakchott are expressing their expectations and aspirations a few days before the presidential election scheduled for June 29. While the campaign of the six candidates in the running intensifies across the country, Mauritanian citizens do not fail to highlight the crucial issues for the future of their nation.
In the lively streets of the capital, Mauritanian youth are at the heart of the debates. Mamadou, a 23-year-old graduate, testifies to the ardent desire of young people to flourish and contribute to the development of their country. It expresses the pressing need for suitable employment and training opportunities to enable young graduates to realize their full potential. Mamadou calls for greater equity in access to jobs and training, highlighting the obstacles of favoritism and the need to establish a culture of equal opportunities for all young Mauritanians, regardless of their ethnic origin.
On the stalls of the central market, the daily lives of traders reflect the population’s concerns about the high cost of living. Fatou, a vegetable seller, highlights the rise in prices of basic necessities, particularly rice, a staple food for many Mauritanian families. She hopes for a significant change in the management of food resources and the improvement of the living conditions of the Mauritanian population. Fatou also discusses the situation of imported vegetables, highlighting the importance of supporting local production to guarantee financial accessibility to essential foodstuffs.
Beyond economic concerns, the candidates’ commitment to youth is a central element of their electoral program. With a population made up mainly of young people under the age of 25, Mauritania finds itself at a crucial turning point to ensure a bright future for its citizens. The aspirations of young people, their thirst for change and their desire to see political leadership committed to their well-being and development are at the heart of the expectations of Mauritanians during this electoral period.
In short, the electoral campaign in Mauritania reveals the aspirations, challenges and hopes of a diverse and dynamic population. Economic, social and political issues combine to paint a vivid picture of Mauritanian society in search of progress and justice. A few days before the presidential election, Mauritanian citizens are expressing their voices, their fears and their expectations for a better future, marked by respect for rights, social justice and sustainable development.