US to withdraw troops from Niger by September Washington intends to maintain its diplomatic presence at the embassy in Niamey to salvage its foothold of influence in the Sahel as well as limit Russia's military inroads in Africa. North Africa
Pentagon confirms talks to withdraw US troops from Niger Washington failed to reach a compromise with junta leaders in Niamey, as Russia continues to make gains across the Sahel. North Africa
What Niger-US rupture says about Russia and West's shaky future in Sahel Niger’s decision to suspend military cooperation with the United States follows rising anti-Western sentiment in the region. North Africa
US aims to keep troops in Niger despite junta decision on ending counterterrorism ties Niger’s ruling military junta announced Saturday it was cutting ties with US special operations forces, threatening to undermine a key point of US influence as Russia expands its military foothold across Central Africa. North Africa
Breaking Last Updated: December 6, 2023, 4:28 pm US says Sudanese armed forces, RSF rebels committed war crimes North Africa
Reports: Libya denies cutting gas exports to Italy Italy wants Libya to boost its gas exports to Europe in an effort to reduce the continent’s energy dependence on Russia. North Africa
Libyan antiquities at risk from political instability, conflict After years of neglect and looting, authorities in Libya are showing growing interest in protecting the country’s heritage and archaeological sites. North Africa
Tunisian tennis star Ons Jabeur falls short in Wimbledon final Jabeur was the first African woman to reach a grand slam tennis final and has inspired young Tunisians to pick up a racket. North Africa
Sudan-Ethiopia conflict escalates over disputed border The killing of seven Sudanese soldiers and one civilian in Ethiopian territory and an attack in the disputed Al Fashaga also takes place as the third filling of the giant Nile dam nears. North Africa
Algeria to maintain gas supplies to Spain despite dispute Algeria's announcement concerning the immediate suspension of the treaty of friendship and good neighborliness concluded with Spain in October 2002, after Madrid’s radical change of position on the Western Sahara issue on March 18, will not have negative consequences on gas contracts signed by the two countries. North Africa
23 migrants dead at Morocco-Spain border Spain’s enclaves of Melilla and Ceuta in North Africa have long been a flashpoint for people seeking to enter the European Union from Africa, resulting in tensions between Morocco, Algeria and Spain. North Africa
Imports up pressure on Morocco’s foreign reserves Energy and food imports alongside a growing trade deficit put pressure on Morocco’s foreign currency reserves. North Africa
Morocco invests in desalination plants as drought worsens Located in an arid zone characterized by rain disruption, Morocco seeks solutions to solve water scarcity and ensure supply for domestic, industrial, and agricultural purposes North Africa
Western creditors suspend debt relief to Sudan over coup as country’s economy sinks The Paris Club of major creditors announced the suspension of a 2021 agreement with the now-deposed transitional government to restructure the large foreign debt of Sudan. North Africa
Tunisian constitutional campaign continues as voter interest ebbs Tunisian President Kais Saied’s campaign is flagging amidst international criticism and voter apathy and opposition. North Africa
General strike in Tunisia prompts warnings of imminent social tension Most of Tunisia’s sectors were paralyzed June 16 due to the general strike called for by the country’s largest and powerful trade union to pressure the government to respond to the workers’ demands. North Africa
Israeli minister backs Moroccan claims to Western Sahara sovereignty On a first official visit to Morocco, Interior Minister Ayelet Shaked said Israel recognized Morocco’s sovereignty over the Western Sahara, and stated Israel’s intention to enable Moroccans to work in Israel in the construction and nursing sectors. Israel
