At-Risk Youth Forum
More than 40 participants took part in a three-day training forum for Mauritanian professionals who work closely with youth at risk of turning to extremism or criminality.
U.S. Embassy Donates Soccer Equipment
Public Affairs Officer Jamie W. Ravetz presided over a ceremony on April 5, in which the U.S. Embassy donated soccer equipment to nine informal teams in Nouakchott.
Stadium Lighting Ceremony
Deputy Chief of Mission, Robert Lane, took part in a ceremony marking the completion of a U.S. Embassy funded project to install lighting and seating at Stade Capitale in Nouakchott.
Celebrating Freedom of the Press
Mauritanian journalists joined Ambassador Powell at her residence on May 7 to celebrate World Press Freedom Day.
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Doing Business
Doing Business In Mauritania
Doing Business In Mauritania
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Electronic Journals
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Electronic Journals
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IRC
Information Resource Center
Information Resource Center
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American Corners
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Embassy Announcements
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The United States gives $5 million for drought assistance
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Office of Food for Peace agreed to provide an initial 5 million dollars in response to this year’s drought in Mauritania.
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Tax Message for U.S. Citizens
Dear American Citizens, It’s tax time again and the IRS has implemented a change in form for some types of foreign financial assets or accounts. Please click on the link provided to assess if you will be affected by this change. The message from the IRS follows below:
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WORLDWIDE CAUTION January 25, 2012
The Department of State has issued this Worldwide Caution to update information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world.
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Official Call for Proposals to Respond to the Drought Crisis in the Sahel
The United States has launched an official call for proposals to respond to the drought crisis in the Sahel. The USAID-funded “Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET)” projects insufficient food access among the poorest segments of the population in affected areas including Mauritania. USAID, through its Bureau of Democracy, Conflict and Humanitarian Affairs, is prepared to respond to the serious humanitarian situation
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Voting Message for U.S. Citizens January 11, 2012
Dear Citizens, It’s the start of the new year and our consular section would like to extend its best wishes for 2012 to you all, but also take this opportunity to remind everyone that this is a general election year! The Consular Section staff at US Embassy Nouakchott is ready to assist with completing your Federal Post Card Application (FPCA);
Embassy News
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English Access Microscholarship Program
On March 29, 2012, Deputy Chief of Mission Robert Lane presided over the launching ceremony of the 5th edition of our English Access Microscholarship Program.
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Reception to Commemorate Women’s History Month
Ambassador Jo Ellen Powell hosted some of Mauritania’s most active and engaged female figures for an afternoon tea to commemorate International Women’s History month.
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Self Help Projects Launched
On March 28, U.S. Ambassador Jo Ellen Powell signed memorandums of understanding to fund five projects in Mauritania.
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Ambassador Visits Ouadane
Ambassador Powell attended the opening ceremony of the 2012 Ancient Cities Festival in Oudane. Photos »
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Preservation Project in Ouadane
DCM Kalin, together with Oudane local authorities place a stone on the Oudane wall to symbolize the reconstruction. »
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U.S. Embassy Supports UNICEF
Ambassador Powell represented the U.S. Embassy at a UNICEF ceremony launching a school insertion plan for child workers on December 12 at a public elementary school in the El Mina section of the capital city. The U.S. Embassy in Nouakchott illustrated its commitment to working with the government of Mauritania, international organizations, and local civil society to enhance the protection of human rights in Mauritania by contributing $500,000 (145 million ouguiya) to UNICEF in 2010 to Care for Child Victims of Slavery and Trafficking in Mauritania.
Obama's Message to Sudan
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The President:
In recent weeks, rising violence
and fighting have taken the lives of innocent civilians
-- men, women and children.
What is Earth Day?
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Earth Day, April 22, is the annual U.S. celebration of the environment and a time to assess the work still needed to protect the natural gifts of our planet.
English Access Microscholarship Program
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English Access students sharing their thoughts and opinions about their experience in the program. We are so proud of our students!!
Female Education in Africa
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In many rural regions in Africa, young girls and women lack access to schools or simply cannot afford to spare the time to receive an education because they must work to feed themselves and their families.
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