25 Oct 2023 | 10:16 PM UTC
Mauritania: Authorities impose indefinite 00:01-05:00 ban on passenger and freight vehicle transport across country as of Oct. 25
Mauritania imposes nationwide 00:01-05:00 ban on passenger and freight vehicle transport as of Oct. 25 to reduce accidents, improve safety.
As of Oct. 25, officials in Mauritania have imposed a nationwide ban on passenger and freight vehicle transport effective 00:01-05:00 nightly until further notice. The transport curfew reportedly aims to reduce the number of traffic accidents in the country and improve road safety.
Authorities may set up security checkpoints, especially in urban areas, to ensure compliance with the nightly transport ban. The restrictions may cause short-term supply chain disruptions in parts of the country. Protests denouncing the move are possible and may materialize on short notice.
Comply with local regulations and prepare for transport curfew-related disruptions. Remain polite and nonconfrontational if stopped at a security checkpoint. Avoid any protests that materialize. Depart the area at the first sign of a confrontation.
