Head of the Libyan High State Council Khalid al-Mishri

Nigeria’s Naira, Kenyan Shilling worst hit of Africa’s devaluing currencies in 2023 with no hope in sight

African countries have faced a myriad of challenges in 2023, not the least of which was currency devaluation, with Nigeria’s Naira and Kenyan Shilling experiencing their largest drop in value against the greenback in 24 and 30 years respectively. While Nigeria and Kenya recorded significant growth across numerous industries, there were still instances of socio-economic […]

Some €2.5 million worth of humanitarian aid disappeared again in Tindouf

The embezzlement of humanitarian assistance is seemingly an enduring phenomenon in the Polisario-run Tindouf camps although the populations sequestrated there are in dire need of this assistance. A new embezzlement scandal broke out Tuesday, when the canary Islands “La Provincia” daily reported the diversion of some €2.5 million of humanitarian aid provided by the international […]

Brazil seizes 481 Kg of cocaine shipment to Algeria

Brazilian authorities have foiled an attempt to smuggle out 481 kg of cocaine destined to Algeria, Spanish agency EFE reported on Monday, citing security sources. The cocaine was concealed in 22 packages stored in an asphalt plant in the southern city of Paranaguá. An investigation was opened to identify all those responsible for this major […]