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IMF gives go-ahead for $8 billion loan to Egypt

The IMF agreed to offer Egypt a loan worth 8 billion dollars under an Extended Fund Facility to support the country’s economic stability. Following its review, the IMF noted that Egypt’s recovery was slowed by rising global inflation, foreign exchange shortages, and elevated debt levels. Egypt is also struggling with new challenges such as the […]

African Union Peace & Security Council Thanks Morocco’s King for Hosting Skhirat Meeting

The Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union has thanked King Mohammed VI, the Moroccan Govt and people for hosting its three-day meeting convened in the Atlantic coastal city of Skhirat (near Rabat) June 24-26. The Skhirat gathering has enabled the 15-member PSC to review its working methods for a better prevention, management […]

Sudanese Army Recaptures Strategic City of Bara in North Kordofan

The Sudanese Army and allied Joint Forces on March 5, 2026, regained control of the strategic city of Bara in North Kordofan following intense clashes with the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The RSF had held the city since October 2025, during which international organisations and rights groups reported widespread abuses that could amount to […]