A Quran recitation competition organised by the Taiba Association for Culture, with sponsorship from Sharjah Charity International, has concluded in the municipality of Toujounine.
Speaking at the ceremony, Toujounine's deputy mayor thanked Taiba for organising the competition and praised the Sharjah charity's support for Quranic events and activities promoting the values of the Quran.
The association's secretary-general said the event offered an opportunity to honour and encourage people who have memorised the Quran. He thanked Sharjah Charity International for supporting orphans and carrying out charitable and humanitarian projects in Mauritania.
He also praised the cooperation and close ties between Mauritania and the United Arab Emirates.
The ceremony ended with the competition's winners receiving prizes and certificates of appreciation.
