Nouakchott - Post Report Question and Answers

What English-language religious services are available locally?

None, but there is a Catholic church that runs in French. Many mosques, all in Arabic. Some folks in the community will have their own private non-denominational Christian service. - Jan 2023


No. There may be a Catholic or AME service but they are not widespread. - Aug 2021


There are religious services available but I am unaware of the languages. - Sep 2020


There is a Catholic Church for expats, and I understand that Protestant services are also available but I'm not sure where. Mosques, obviously, are everywhere! - Apr 2019


I have heard there is one, but it's not widely advertised since this is an Islamic Republic. - May 2016


There is a church in Nouakchott but I am not sure of the times. - Apr 2014


Protestant and Catholic services are available at the Catholic church on the weekends. Not sure if the Catholic services are in English though. - Aug 2011


None to speak of. - Dec 2009


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