Ahmed Salem Ould Benahi

Ahmed Salem Ould Benahi is the technical director of the National Center for Desert Locust Control (CNLA) in Mauritania. In a recent statement, he emphasized the importance of preventive measures and rapid intervention to manage locust populations effectively. Under his guidance, the center has been closely monitoring the situation since May, conducting field operations to control locust swarms and their larvae, particularly in the northern regions of the country. He reassured the public that the current locust situation does not pose a significant threat, attributing successful management efforts to the center's experienced teams.