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NOC declares force majeure on El Feel oil field in southwest Libya

On Monday September 2, the National Oil Corporation (NOC) declared force majeure on the El Feel oil field in southwestern Libya, citing circumstances beyond its control as the reason for this measure. According to the NOC’s statement, the declaration was necessitated by current issues affecting crude oil production in Mellitah, which have hindered its ability […]

Drop Zimbabwe sanctions, Cyril Ramaphosa tells Davos

South Africa’s Cyril Ramaphosa on Tuesday called on the international community to end the economic sanctions against Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe is still subject to U.S. sanctions dating back to the rule of Mugabe, who stepped down in November 2017 and was replaced by Emmerson Mnangagwa. The EU and the United States imposed sanctions against Zimbabwe in […]

Morocco’s election turnout at 50.35%, higher than in 2016

Turnout in Morocco’s parliamentary, municipal and regional elections improved to 50.35%, slightly higher than in 2016, with the southern provinces registering higher voter participation rate. As polls closed at 19:00, half Moroccans eligible to vote casted ballot. The turnout rate was higher in Morocco’s Sahara with 66.9% in Laayoune-Sakia-El Hamra, 63.7% in Guelmim-Oued Noun, and […]