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Libya Asks EU for Armed Ships, Helicopters to Prevent Migrants’ Crossings to Europe

Libya’s UN-backed government has requested the EU to provide it with armed ships and helicopters to intercept and prevent migrants from making the risky journey on boats to cross the Mediterranean towards Europe. Libya’s request was marred by allegation of abuse endured by migrants on Libyan coast as well as a lack of strategy by […]

Africa’s growing fintech sector transforms fin-services, but funding costs are obstacle — EIB report

The number of fintech companies in Africa have almost tripled this year compared with 2020 as financial conditions across the continent ease, though funding costs are still an obstacle to further growth, according to a new report by the European Investment Bank (EIB). This progress is thanks to the improving access to finance for people […]

Reconnaissance Satellite to Give Morocco Military Edge over Algeria

Morocco is set to bolster its reconnaissance capabilities through the launch of a state-of-the-art satellite. The move has stirred fears in Algeria. After Spanish media raised concerns of Spain’s military officials over Morocco’s spy satellite, comes the turn of Algeria, which looks at Morocco’s steps to gain satellite technology with a suspicious eye. “Total panic”, […]