Mauritania is set for a major infrastructure boost as the European Investment Bank and the African Development Bank unveil a $275 million financing package to modernize the country’s key Zouerate–Nouadhibou railway corridor. The investment aims to upgrade existing tracks, add 42 kilometers of new rail to future mining hubs, and fund modern locomotives and equipment. This overhaul strengthens the logistics capacity of Société Nationale Industrielle et Minière (SNIM), Mauritania’s national mining company, thereby reducing fuel use and enhancing safety along a route central to national exports. As partners highlight its alignment with the EU’s Global Gateway strategy, the project is expected to expand industrial output, create jobs, and deepen Mauritania’s integration into global markets—marking a transformative step for the country’s economic future.
European Investment Bank
