Algeria – repression

African MPs reaffirm respect for African countries’ sovereignty, territorial Integrity

Chairmen of foreign affairs committees of African parliaments have reaffirmed their respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of African countries. This came in the final declaration adopted by the African parliamentary colloquium on “African parliamentary cooperation in the face of pressing challenges” held in Rabat. The MPs expressed in the final declaration their unwavering […]

Kidnappings for ransom soar in ‘triangle of death’, worsening insecurity in west Africa

For over 20 years, kidnappings for ransom have plagued the border regions where Chad, Cameroon and the Central African Republic meet, but the lack of an effective response from the Chadian state raises fears of a regional security crisis affecting its neighboring countries. The kidnappings have become a scourge in southwest Chad, with over 1,500 […]

Morocco, a Role Model for Forward-looking Decisions on Renewable Energy, French Official

French Minister of Environment in charge of international relations on climate hailed Morocco for its anticipative option for renewable energy and called on nations to follow suit. Segolene Royal, also chairman of COP21 praised Morocco for taking the lead in the global transition to renewable energy; a move she said other countries should emulate. “Morocco […]