Opinion
Soft power rivalry in the Maghreb
When a Moroccan chef calls couscous “as Moroccan as the Atlas Mountains,” an Algerian rival is quick to declare it
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Libya
Sarkozy faces trial over alleged Libyan financing of 2007 presidential campaign
A high-profile trial began in Paris on Monday, focusing on allegations that former French President Nicolas Sarkozy received millions of
Opinion
How Morocco became a football powerhouse
Sports across Africa, much like other sectors, faces enormous challenges, often showing periods of progress, only to perhaps falter later.
Mauritania
Mauritania to launch electronic visa system
Beginning January 5, international travelers will be able to apply for an electronic visa (e-Visa) to visit Mauritania. In a
Ghana
Ghana to lift visa requirements for all Africans
Starting in early 2025, Ghana will allow citizens from every African country to enter without a visa. President Nana Akufo-Addo
Canary Islans
Spain’s Canary Islands hits record number of irregular migrant arrivals in 2024
According to data released by the Interior Ministry, Spain received 63,970 migrants and refugees in 2024, a new record,
Algeria
France again voices concern over detention of writer by Algeria
In a recent press briefing by a Foreign Ministry spokesperson France has again raised concerns over the detention of Franco-Algerian
Egypt
Egyptian aid plane lands in Damascus
An Egyptian aid plane touched down at Damascus airport on Saturday carrying Cairo's first humanitarian delivery since the
Libya
Russia reportedly transferring military assets from Syria to Libya
Russian forces are preparing to transfer military equipment and personnel from Syria to Libya, according to Ukrainian military intelligence (HUR)
Opinion
What can 2025 bring?
The 1920s, at least before the Wall Street Crash of 1929, are often known as the ‘Roaring Twenties’. The 2020s
Mauritania
BP starts gas flow from Greater Tortue Ahmeyim LNG project
BP has announced the first gas flow from the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) Phase 1 project, marking a major milestone
Egypt
Egypt mobilizes rafales and F-16s for imminent strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen
Egypt is escalating its involvement in the Yemen conflict, preparing for intensified air operations against the Houthi rebels amid growing
Algeria
Algeria and Russia aim to reconcile after tensions spurred by Wagner Group attacks
Algeria and Russia are actively working to mend their strained relationship, exacerbated by differences over Sahel and Libya issues and