To mark the 10th anniversary of Novembre Numérique (Digital November), the Institut français network’s event celebrating digital cultures around the world, Data Squad will hold its 2026 conference on Friday 13 November at 5 pm at the Institut français de Mauritanie (Nouakchott).
The theme: is Mauritania’s education system preparing students for the jobs of tomorrow? From primary school to university, in the age of artificial intelligence and technology.
Three speakers
- Dr. Mamadou Lam, PhD in urban sociolinguistics: “Mauritania’s education system: is it shaping capable minds or insufficiently prepared graduates?”
- Dr. Abou Dieng, PhD in economics and data scientist: “In the age of AI, is Mauritania’s education system fit for the jobs of tomorrow?”
- Dr. Ahmed Sejad, PhD in computer science: “From degree to job: which skills and habits to build for a successful entry into working life?”
The audience has the floor
During the conference, everyone can ask questions from their phone by scanning the QR code handed out in the room, and like other people’s questions: the most liked ones will be put to the speakers.
Entry is free. Come along.