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
Morocco to host 2030 World Cup as Saudi Arabia bids for 2034 The announcement follows historic performances by Morocco’s men's and women's squads at their most recent respective World Cups. Saudi Arabia had also sought to host the 2030 tournament following Qatar winning the rights to host in 2022. North Africa
Analysis Niger, Morocco turn their backs on France as Macron withdraws troops In the Sahel region and in North Africa, post-colonial France is rapidly losing its influence. By Rina Bassist In Paris, reporting on Israeli politics and European affairs
Why is Libya's commander Hifter visiting Russia? The visit comes amid the aftermath of the Wagner Group’s ill-fated mutiny and the death of its leader, Yevgeny Prigozhin, in Russia. North Africa
China's Huawei to invest $430M in North African cloud center, developer training The Chinese tech firm has been increasing its footprint in the Middle East and North Africa. North Africa
In Libya, protesters hold Derna authorities responsible for deadly flood Derna residents are blaming authorities for the massive torrent that devastated the city after two dams collapsed during a storm last week. North Africa
The EU’s migration roadmap: harnessing North African talent to bridge the labor gap For years, European nations have been courting talent from the Maghreb region, offering youth opportunities in key domains with domestic shortages such as IT, science, engineering, healthcare and agriculture.
Over 8,000 dead in Morocco earthquake, Libya floods The two natural disasters in North Africa occurred within days of one another. North Africa
Libya devastated by Storm Daniel with over 2,300 killed, 10,000 feared missing The United Arab Emirates and Turkey have sent aid to Libya, where more than 2,000 people have died due to severe flooding. North Africa
Thousands killed in Libya as flooding ravages coast The floods caused by Storm Daniel hit a Libya still recovering from civil war. North Africa
Who are Ennahda leaders arrested in Tunisia's latest crackdown? The arrests are the latest against figures opposed to President Kais Saied, who has cemented his one-man rule since July 2021. North Africa
US sanctions Sudan paramilitary leader Hemedti's brother for human rights abuses Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo's Rapid Support Forces have been widely accused of abuses during the fighting in Sudan. North Africa
