VOICED : Hope for Mauritanian desert economy as tourists return

Tourism in Adrah is experiencing a revival after a long period of decline due to security fears and jihadist terror attacks. With France reducing its danger level, tourists are returning, and local tour operators are eager to rebuild the industry. Direct flights from Paris have resumed, and the World Heritage Site of Qing Guetti is coming back to life, with traditional stalls reappearing and smiles returning to locals' faces. The region is slowly recovering, with over 1000 tourists expected to visit on organized tours.

What are some of the activities that local tour operators are eager to resume?

Describe the significance of the World Heritage Site of Qing Guetti in the context of tourism.