Algeria
Hisense launches first large-scale exports from Algeria factory
Hisense has begun large-scale exports from its Algeria plant, a joint venture with Condor Group, shipping over 5,000 TVs
Tunisia
Jewish store owner hospitalized after axe attack in Tunisia’s Djerba
A 50-year-old Jewish jewelry store owner was hospitalized Thursday after an axe attack on Tunisia’s Djerba island, home to
Egypt
Israel's Gaza plan sparks Egyptian anger, fears of military buildup
Egypt is angered by Israel’s new plan to seize Gaza and establish a permanent presence, raising concerns of increased
Egypt
China backs Egypt’s sovereignty over Suez Canal after Trump’s free passage demand
China supports Egypt’s sovereignty and rights over the Suez Canal, its foreign ministry said, after former U.S. President
Mauritania
Mauritania’s camel cavalry aims to keep jihadists at bay
Mauritania’s camel-mounted National Guard, or Meharists, are playing an increasingly visible role in the country’s strategy to prevent
Egypt
Egypt’s gold exports hit record $3.2 billion in Q1 2025
Egypt exported $3.2 billion worth of gold and gold jewelry in the first quarter of 2025, the highest quarterly
Morocco
Moroccan court reduces jail term for ex-minister Mohamed Ziane
A Moroccan court has reduced the prison sentence of 82-year-old opposition figure and former human rights minister Mohamed Ziane from
Mauritania
Mauritania dismantled nearly 150 migrant smuggling networks in 2024
Mauritania shut down nearly 150 migrant smuggling networks in 2024, with dozens more disrupted in just the first few months
Morocco
Spain commits €340 million to major desalination project in Morocco
Spain has pledged €340 million to support the construction of what is expected to become Africa’s largest desalination plant,
Libya
Judge temporarily halts U.S. deportations of migrants to Libya
A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order blocking the U.S. government from deporting migrants to Libya or
Morocco
Morocco’s FAR intercepts 156 migrants trying to reach Canary Islands
According to local media Morocco’s Royal Armed Forces (FAR) intercepted 156 migrants attempting the journey to the Canary Islands
Algeria
Tebboune reaffirms Algeria “will not be subject to forgetfulness or denial” over French colonial rule, on anniversary of 1945 massacres
Speaking in an address to the nation on the 80th anniversary of the May 8, 1945 massacres committed by French
Egypt
Egyptian-US forum to address investment for the Suez Canal Economic Zone
Later this month,a two-day joint Egyptian-U.S. forum will be held featuring major American companies, that will be presented