Sudan Army Breaks Siege on Khartoum HQ After 21 Months
The Sudanese army has ended a 21-month siege on its Khartoum headquarters, potentially shifting the balance of power in Sudan's...
January 26, 2025Section
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Libya’s Oil Sector Aims for Ambitious Growth
Libya's oil industry is poised for significant expansion. Oil Minister Dr. Khalifa Abdulsadek recently announced plans to increase
January 22, 2025
Libya Seeks Strategic Partnership with Turkey to Boost Economic Growth
(Analysis) Libya aims to strengthen its strategic partnership with Turkey, according to recent statements from Libyan officials. The Libyan Economy...
January 22, 2025
Morocco Launches $140 Million Dry Port Project in Agadir, Eying Logistic Hub Position
Morocco took a bold step in expanding its logistics infrastructure on January 20, 2025. Government officials signed an agreement to...
January 22, 2025
Funding Gap Threatens Completion of Ethiopia’s Grand Renaissance Dam
Ethiopia's Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) stands at 97.6% completion, yet it faces a significant funding challenge
January 17, 2025
Somalia’s Pursuit of a Seat on the African Union Peace and Security Council
Somalia seeks membership in the African Union Peace and Security Council (AUPSC) to enhance its role in regional stability. The...
January 14, 2025
South Sudan Intensifies Claims Over Oil-Rich Abyei Amid Ongoing Conflict
As of January 8, 2025, South Sudan's government has intensified its claims over Abyei. This move underscores the ongoing territorial...
January 8, 2025
Morocco’s Automotive Gambit: Balancing Global Powers in the EV Race
Morocco's automotive industry has become a beacon of economic growth, surpassing phosphate mining as the country's largest export sector. Recently,...
January 1, 2025
Red Sea Attacks Cost Egypt $7 Billion in Canal Revenues This Year
Disruptions in the Red Sea have cost Egypt at least $7 billion in revenues this year, according to a government...
December 26, 2024