Gabon to receive $150 million from Norway to protect its forests

The Norwegian government will provide Gabon with $150 million to fight deforestation, according to the Central African Forest Initiative (CAFI). Gabon which is almost 90 percent covered by forest will use the funds, to be disbursed over 10 years, to “both reducing its greenhouse gas emissions from deforestation and degradation, and absorption of carbon dioxide […]

Algeria Risks U.S. Sanctions for Purchase of Russian Fighter Jets

The Algerian regime risks American sanctions for purchasing Russian military jets (SU35 and SU 57) under CAATSA law passed by the US Congress in 2017. The Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act imposes sanctions on Iran, North Korea, and Russia. The Algerian acquisition of Russian military jets “could trigger CAATSA sanctions”, said on Tuesday Mr. […]

AU Chairperson Pays Tribute to King Mohammed VI’s African Leadership

Guinean President and current Chairperson of the African Union Alpha Condé praised the pan-African leadership of King Mohammed VI and welcomed his participation at the ongoing 5th AU-EU summit in Abidjan. “We appreciate and welcome the presence of King Mohammed VI” said President Condé in his opening remarks at the summit, highlighting the sovereign’s “commitment […]