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Performing Arts in Nouakchott

Institut Français Mauritanie

Pick up a program for the Institut from many hotels; it's an excellent place, and one of the only venues in town for concerts by local musicians, films, talks, art exhibitions and dance lessons. An outdoor cafe...

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Football in Nouakchott

Stade Olympique

The largest football stadium in the country; also where locals go for a jog in the early evening. Locals report crowd control issues here for international matches.

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Live Music in Nouakchott

CIMAN

Hosts regular classical and traditional music concerts.

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