Algeria: Bouteflika suspected of strengthening strategic allies

President Bouteflika has carried a major political decision since returning from his treatment in France by reshuffling his cabinet. Principal ministerial posts such as interior, defense and foreign affairs ministries have been affected. Critics claim that the reshuffling is aimed at strengthening the 76 year old president’s grip to power while enthusiasts believe that it […]

Egypt’s stock market, Global Carbon Council to expand regional climate action scope

The Egyptian Exchange (EGX) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Global Carbon Council (GCC) to enhance regional climate activities, Arab Finance reports citing an emailed press release. According to the agreement, carbon footprint certificates registered with the Global Carbon Council will be available for trading on the EGX, allowing investors to diversify their […]

DRC’s protests: 15 people killed in Congo’s east amid anti-UN demonstrations

The death toll following the protests against a United Nations peacekeeping force in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo this Tuesday (26 July) rose to 15. Three members of the MONUSCO mission and at least 12 protesters were killed in two cities of the North Kivu province, according to a UN spokesperson and the Congolese government. […]