Mauritania's Ghazouani Poised for Second Term Amid Regional Turmoil

The incumbent president highlights stability and social progress as key achievements while facing criticism over corruption and human rights.

Ghazouani, a former general, is expected to secure re-election in Mauritania's upcoming presidential vote.
His tenure has been marked by a focus on security, social issues, and economic development amidst regional instability.
Opposition figures criticize his administration for corruption, slow reforms, and ongoing human rights abuses.
Mauritania is seen as a crucial ally in the Sahel, maintaining stability despite surrounding coups and jihadist threats.
The country continues to grapple with poverty and the legacy of slavery, with significant portions of the population living in hardship.