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RASEM launches Senegalese association in Nouakchott

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Map: Nouakchott, Mauritania

The Rally of Senegalese in Mauritania (RASEM), founded in April 2025, officially launched its activities in Nouakchott on 17 October 2026. Described as the first Senegalese association recognised by the Mauritanian state, it aims to organise support for the diaspora through awareness-raising and training, according to Initiativesnews.

The Rally of Senegalese in Mauritania (RASEM) officially launched its activities in Nouakchott on Saturday 17 October, in the presence of Senegal’s ambassador to Mauritania and his counterparts from Mali and Gambia, Initiativesnews reports.

Founded on 2 April 2025, the association describes itself as the first Senegalese organisation officially recognised by the Mauritanian state. It aims to strengthen the representation and support of Senegalese people living in Mauritania, according to Initiativesnews.

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