Madar (Nouakchott) - The Zagora International Documentary Film Festival in Morocco has honoured Mauritanian filmmaker Mohamed Ould Idoumou at its 14th edition in recognition of his career in cinema, production, writing and directing, Sahara Medias reported.
He was honoured at the festival's opening ceremony on Monday, November 2, 2026, for his long experience as a director, producer and screenwriter and his contribution to developing Mauritanian cinema, particularly as head of the Maison des Cineastes and of the Nouakchott film festival, which he led for seven years.
The festival also praised his role in supporting joint Maghreb cinema and his continued presence on the Arab, African and Maghreb film scenes as a lecturer, guest of honour and jury member at several international festivals, the same source said.
The opening ceremony also honoured Iraqi director and producer Nawzad Shekhani, who lives in Germany. The 14th edition continues in Zagora until November 6, with filmmakers and artists from several countries taking part.
