UNICEF warns of rise in violence against children in Sahel

The UNICEF urged protection for children in the central Sahel after a surge in violence against them by 130% by the end of last year. Recruitment by armed groups amid rampant insecurity and attacks on civilians contributed to the “dramatic” increase in casualties among the under-age, notably in conflict stricken countries like Mali and Burkina […]

Agadir plants 30,000 trees around stadium ahead of Africa Cup of Nations

Agadir, Morocco’s second-largest tourist destination, is undergoing a major green transformation as part of preparations for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) and the 2030 FIFA World Cup, with more than 30,000 trees planted across nearly 200 hectares surrounding the Grand Stadium. The trees are part of a sweeping landscaping project aimed at creating […]

Libya: E.U to sanction factions rejecting UN Deal

The European Union (EU) is planning to impose sanctions on any of the warring parties in Libya that refuses to agree to the U.N-brokered peace deal propelled by Special Envoy Bernardino Leon. E.U foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini has already discussed the matter with European foreign ministers and Leon. Details of the possible sanctions have […]