Gabon reinstated into African Union after ‘generally successful’ political transition

The African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council has officially reinstated on April 30 Gabon into its fold, lifting all sanctions following a favorable review of the country’s political transition. The decision, taken during the Council’s 1,277th meeting, acknowledged that Gabon’s post-coup processes were “generally successful,” according to PSC Chairperson Rebecca Amuge Otengo. The country […]

UN: Moroccan former Justice Minister to Chair Independent Fact-Finding Mission on Libya

Former Moroccan minister of Justice Mohamed Aujjar has been appointed by the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet as chair of the Independent Fact-Finding Mission on Libya.   The High Commissioner announced Wednesday the appointment of the members of the Independent Fact-Finding Mission on Libya. The members are: Mohamed Aujjar, chair, (Morocco); Tracy […]

ConocoPhilips leaves Algeria to Petramina

ConocoPhilips has announced the sale of its subsidiary in the North African country of Algeria in a deal worth more than a billion dollar. According to the announcement from the company, it has agreed to sell its Algerian business unit for a total of US $1.75 billion plus customary adjustments to Pertamina. The deal involves […]