Senegal’s opposition supporters hold peaceful protest

Senegalese opposition leader Ousmane Sonko has led a peaceful protest after the authorities blocked a rally to publicly confirm he would run in next year’s presidential elections, as the country’s prosecutor has filed an international arrest warrant against Sonko’s French lawyer. The 49-year-old main opposition figure, dressed in red in a sign of anger, appeared […]

Mauritania expels Algerian diplomat over e-journal allegations, Algeria retaliates

A diplomatic row between Algiers and Nouakchott has erupted over an article published by Mauritanian e-journal Al-Bayan, alleging that Mauritania had complained to the U.N about Morocco flooding it with drugs. Mauritania, infuriated by the false news that could strain its ties with Morocco, immediately expelled the Chief adviser at the Algerian embassy Belkacem Cherouati […]

IMF: MENA Region Can Offer Better Future for its Citizens

Despite major challenges, the MENA region can capitalize on the opportunities provided by the strengthening of global economy and provide a better, more equitable, and prosperous future for its citizens, says a report released by the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The region’s highly educated and tech-savvy youth have tremendous potential to spur growth if given […]