egypt-rules

Trump administration eyes closure of six U.S. embassies in Africa, sparking diplomatic concerns

The Trump administration is reportedly considering the closure of nearly 30 U.S. embassies and consulates worldwide, including six in Africa, in a sweeping effort to reduce federal spending and streamline government operations. According to an internal State Department memo obtained by multiple news outlets, embassies in the Central African Republic, Eritrea, Gambia, Lesotho, the Republic […]

France empowers military-run Algeria

France and Algeria have signed a military and security cooperation deal during the visit by the figurehead of the ruling military junta in the oil and gas rich country Said Chengrigha. The deal came after a series of visits including a visit by Emmanuel Macron in which French and Algerian officials talked about the past […]

Morocco’s Ymmy Finance Holding wins deal to develop Niger’s capital for $3.3 bln

Morocco’s Ymmy Finance Holding and Niger’s authorities signed deals worth $3.3 bln to facelift Niamey by building new industrial, recreational and energy facilities. Six projects have been retained in the agreements over 8 years as part of a public-private partnership after two years of talks between officials of the Holding and Niamey authorities. The projects […]