After battling armed attacks, Mauritania attempts to revive tourism

Author: Shola LawalPublished on: June 14, 2026Country: Mauritania

Travel & Tourism

After battling armed attacks, Mauritania attempts to revive tourism

Fatima Cheikh Bouya, custodian of the Richat Structure (Eye of Africa), awaits visitors in her tent. Mauritania is attempting to revive tourism after years of armed attacks that reduced tourist numbers to about 30,000 per year. The country is betting on its desert landscapes and rich culture to attract travelers again.

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