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Mauritania: Voters to choose Mohamed Ould Abdelaziz’s successor June 22

Mauritanians will elect a new leader June 22 according to a decree from outgoing President Mohamed Ould Abdelaziz’s office. The decree set a runoff on July 6 in case no candidate gets an outright win. Candidates have until May 08, midnight to file applications, according to the decree. President Ould Abdelaziz, in power since 2008, […]

Marco Rubio, U.S. next top diplomat, an advocate of sanctions against Algerian regime

The authoritarian Algerian regime is in a state of panic and anxiety since announcement by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump of the nomination of Republican senator Marco Rubio to lead the State department. While announcing the appointment, Trump said Rubio, 53, would be “a strong advocate for our nation, a true friend to our allies and […]

Sierra Leone seeks IMF loan worth $253 million

Sierra Leone has asked the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a 38-month Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement worth about $253 million. The facility would support restoring stability through continued macroeconomic adjustment to address debt vulnerabilities, reduce inflation, and rebuild international reserves; bolster inclusive growth and poverty reduction through structural reforms and targeted social spending; and […]