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Hospitalization of Algeria’s President stirs concern ahead of referendum

Algerian President Abdelmejid Tebboune flew to a hospital in Germany where he is receiving medical care, amid concern for his condition as many of his top aides caught the coronavirus. His transfer to Germany is indicative of the failure of Algeria to have a health system that can care for the President. Like his predecessor, […]

Morocco’s textile exports recover from pandemic impact

Morocco’s textile exports to Europe rose 23% so far in 2021 compared to 2020 which was marked by low demand due to the global pandemic, Morocco’s industry minister said. The sector showed resilience in the face of Covid-19 as local operators shifted production to meet domestic demand in terms of masks and protective gear and […]

ICC prosecutor frees ex-Central African militia leader after dropping charges

The International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor announced on Thursday (19 October) that it had released Maxime Mokom because all war crimes charges levied against the former militia leader were dropped. Prosecutor Karim Khan said his office had concluded there were “no longer any reasonable prospects of conviction at trial even if the charges were confirmed.” […]