France’s PM claims Mali “contained” terrorism when French troops were present
France’s Prime Minister noted that the presence of French troops on Malian soil made it possible to “contain” terrorism, reports...
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Row erupts in Germany over “illegal migration” from “safe countries”
Politicians in Germany argue whether North African countries, Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco should be considered as safe countries when discussing asylum...
Turkey sends Gaza “material to produce rockets”
Israel’s customs authority said that it found 16 tons of material used to produce rockets, reports Reuters, September 14. The...
Libya: Haftar’s son could throw his hat in Presidential race
General Khalifa Haftar's son, Al-Siddiq Haftar, has hinted at a presidential run, reports Qatari news website Middle East Monitor, September...
Tunisia: Legal Troubles for Dissidents Escalate
A Tunisian judge has issued international arrest warrants against prominent political figures in the country, reports Cuban news outlet, La...
Morocco to host IMF-World Bank meetings despite earthquake
Morocco’s government is adamant the IMF-World Bank meetings should go ahead in Marrakech despite the recent earthquake, reports Middle East...
AU made permanent member of G20 during meeting in New Delhi
The African Union was made a permanent member of the G20, following the meeting that took place earlier this month,...
Heat and Crisis Impact Tunisia’s Wine Industry
Tunisia’s soaring temperatures have hit the country’s small wine industry, according to Reuters, September 7. The North African region has...
Mali: Coalition of armed groups prepare to clash with junta
Armed groups in Mali are prepared to defend themselves against the ruling junta, according to The South African, September 11. ...
Algeria: FM’s visit a boost for relations with Turkey
Ahmed Attaf, Algeria’s Foreign Minister stressed that relations with Algeria and Turkey have strengthened politically and economically, reports Qatar-funded news...
France waits for formal request to aid Morocco
Paris has said that it is prepared to help Morocco and is waiting for a formal request for assistance, according...
Mali’s latest terror attack sees 64 killed
64 were pronounced dead in northern Mali following terror attack, the Malian government said, Africa News and agencies reports, September...
“Hateful and Antisemitic”: Abbas condemned by US and EU
Mahmoud Abbas was on the receiving end of criticism for “antisemitic” remarks he made recently. His comments were denounced by...
Libya to take tougher stance on those who normalise Israel
A recent meeting between a Libyan minister and Israeli officials over the possibility of a 'normalisation' of relations continues to...
All eyes on Libya as bodybuilders show off six packs
Libya welcomed the Ashour Classic International Bodybuilding Championship as competitors from 17 different countries took to the stage in Tripoli, reports...
