The third International Conference on Women’s Entrepreneurship in the Sahel and Maghreb regions has launched in Mauritania’s capital, bringing together a wide array of academics, government officials, and business leaders. The University of Nouakchott is a key participant in the event, which aims to produce actionable insights and support female-led economic growth across the region.
Quick Facts
- Event: 3rd Int’l Conference on Women’s Entrepreneurship
- Location: Nouakchott, Mauritania
- Organizer: Macroeconomics and Development Research Unit
- Key Participant: University of Nouakchott
A Platform for Policy and Practice
The conference was opened by Dr. Aicha Bent El Hacen, a representative from Mauritania’s Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. In her address, she stressed the critical importance of women’s entrepreneurship as a fundamental driver for economic and social development, particularly given the current challenges in the Sahel and Maghreb.
Representing the University of Nouakchott, Vice President Prof. Mohamed Lemine Moulaye Brahim positioned the conference as part of a concerted academic effort to support applied research in the field. He highlighted that the event is more than an academic discussion, describing it as “a platform for exchanging expertise between researchers, practitioners, and decision-makers.”
Fostering International Collaboration
The event has a notable international dimension, drawing experts, researchers, and entrepreneurs from Mauritania, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Senegal, Canada, France, Cameroon, Togo, Burkina Faso, and Benin. According to Professor Brahim, this diverse participation contributes to generating scientific knowledge directly connected to real-world conditions and celebrating successful women’s initiatives in the region.
The conference agenda, scheduled from April 20th to 23rd, 2026, includes scientific activities, hands-on workshops, and presentations of successful case studies. The core objective is to build capacity for women, expand their integration into the economy, and promote innovation to advance sustainable development across the African continent.
About the University of Nouakchott
The University of Nouakchott Al Aasriya is the largest public institution of higher education and scientific research in Mauritania. Through its participation in national and international initiatives, the university is committed to addressing major development issues, promoting scientific research, and building global partnerships that support women’s empowerment.
Source: alwiam.info
