Islamic Republic of Mauritania whose capital is Nouakchott town is conducting its presidential elections today the June 21st. The incumbent, President Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz came to power through a military coup detat on August 6th 2008 but organised elections a year later that somewhat legitimised his rule. The polls are interesting because whoever wins continues being AU Chairman till 2015 January, a position currently held by Islamic Republic of Mauritania through President Aziz. President Aziz is facing four other presidential candidates in the first round; Mrs Lalla Mariem Mint Moulaye Idriss, Mr Boidiel Ould Houmeid, Mr Ibrahima Moctar Sarr and anti-slavery activist Mr Biram Ould Dah Ould Abeid. With an estimated population of 4 million, among concerns by international players on Mauritania include fight against terrorism, human rights abuses and practising of modern-day slavery; though it is expected President Aziz will retain his seat.
Posted on: Sat, 21 Jun 2014 08:02:35 +0000
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