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news France 24 En 2026-04-30

Mauritania Experiences Gold Rush in Sahara, Boosting Economy

Mauritania is experiencing a significant gold rush in its Sahara desert regions, with extraction sites rapidly multiplying. This boom has transformed into a critical pillar of the Mauritanian economy in recent years, despite fluctuations in gold prices. The rush continues to fuel local economies and generate considerable interest.

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