Mauritania: 30% customs duty on smartphones

In Mauritania, smartphones are subject to a 30% duty, while non-smartphones are taxed at 12%. However, this reform of mobile phone customs clearance, adopted as part of the 2026 finance law, has sparked strong opposition. In Nouakchott and Nouadhibou, traders protested on Wednesday, March 11 to denounce a measure they consider detrimental to their business…....