Algeria is taking bold strides to solidify its presence in West Africa through a series of high-impact commercial and industrial initiatives in Mauritania. Announced alongside the 7th Algerian Products Fair in Nouakchott, the projects mark a new era of bilateral cooperation aimed at boosting Algerian exports, promoting national industries, and reinforcing economic integration across the region.
Permanent Algerian Market in Nouakchott Nearing Completion
Among the key developments is the near-completion of a permanent Algerian market in Nouakchott. Slated to open in the coming months, the facility will feature over 200 retail outlets dedicated exclusively to Algerian goods, creating a vital trade hub for Algerian businesses targeting Mauritanian and broader West African consumers.
“The Algerian product enjoys a high level of trust among Mauritanian consumers due to its quality and compliance with international standards,” said Bilal Fateh Chennouf, President of the Association of Algerian Merchants in Mauritania.
Textile Industry Poised for Launch
In a significant move for Algeria’s textile sector, a textile production, exhibition, and distribution center is set to open in Nouakchott within two months. According to Slimane Hadri, Secretary General of the Algerian Federation of Textiles and Leather, the project will be powered by Algerian manufacturers and local raw materials to ensure sustainability and competitiveness.
“This initiative responds directly to the high demand for Algerian textiles shown during the fair,” Hadri noted.
Agricultural Trade Expands in Nouadhibou
The agricultural sector is also seeing strong momentum. Hamza Moussous, an Algerian agri-exporter, confirmed a new agreement to open a commercial center in Nouadhibou specializing in Algerian agricultural products, with plans to expand into other Mauritanian cities.
Strategic Investment in Keur Macene
Near the Mauritania–Senegal border, the Belaid Group has launched a pilot 30-hectare agricultural project in Keur Macene. The first potato harvest has already been completed, with further crop expansions planned.
The group is also exploring real estate development, proposing a 1,000-unit housing project complete with infrastructure and public services. Supported by the Algerian Union Bank (AUB), the project is under review by Mauritania’s Ministry of Housing.
“This mini-city concept represents a major investment in both people and infrastructure,” said Mourad Belaid, Commercial Director of Belaid’s Mauritanian subsidiary.
A New Chapter in Regional Cooperation
The scale and scope of these projects underscore Algeria’s strategic intent to become a continental economic leader while strengthening diplomatic and trade ties with Mauritania. The warm investment climate and institutional support in Mauritania have played a key role in facilitating Algeria’s growing footprint across critical sectors.
From textiles and agriculture to housing and retail, the Algerian-Mauritanian partnership is evolving from shared goodwill into concrete, transformative initiatives that promise long-term benefits for both nations and the broader West African region.
