Algeria faces surge in malaria, diphtheria deaths

At least 100 people lost their lives to malaria and diphtheria which affected scores in southern Algeria amid a slow reaction from the central government, according to independent observers. Independent journalist Adbou Semmar, citing sources from the ground, said at least 10 people die every day because of lack of medical care following the outbreak […]

Algeria steps up repression against Hirak activists amid COVID-19 lockdown (EuroMed Rights)

The EuroMed Rights NGO has condemned the use by the Algerian authorities of the COVID-19 lockdown as a pretext to continue their crackdown against pro-democracy protesters and Hirak leaders. In its latest newsletter, the EuroMed Rights watchdog said as the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Algeria was increasing early March, the civil society organizations […]

Egypt loses 70% of Suez Canal revenue due to Gaza war – IMF

The ongoing Gaza conflict has severely affected Egypt’s economy, leading to a sharp 70 percent drop in Suez Canal revenues Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), said. In an interview with Youm7, Georgieva acknowledged Egypt’s commitment to advancing crucial economic reforms despite the challenges posed by regional instability. Georgieva announced plans […]