Mauritania Quick Facts…
| Official Name | Islamic Republic of Mauritania |
| Common Name | Mauritania – /ˌmoɹ.ɪˈteɪ.ni.ə/ |
| Nationality | Mauritanian(s) – noun, Mauritanian – adjective |
| Independence | Received in 1960 (from France) |
| Administrative Divisions | 15 regions |
| Total Population | 4.2 million (#128) with 57.7% urbanized – 2023 estimate |
| Major Urban Areas | Nouakchott (capital city) |
| Major Languages | Arabic (official), Pular, Soninke, Wolof, French |
| Electricity Access | 47.6% of total population |
| Internet Access | 59% of total population |
| Currency | Ouguiyas (MRO) |
| Real GDP (PPP) | $24.5 billion – 2021 estimate |
| Real GDP per Capita | $5,300 (#174) – 2021 estimate |
| Total Area | 1,030,700 sq km / 397,955 sq mi (#30) with 0% water area |
| Geographic Region | Africa – Northern Africa |
| Bordering Countries | Algeria, Mali, Morocco, Senegal |
| Bordering Water Bodies | North Atlantic Ocean |
National Anthem: “Land of the Proud, Guided by Noblemen”