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[ad_1] Three months after a massive power outage plunged the Iberian Peninsula into darkness, Portugal unveiled a €400 million plan Monday to fortify its electrical grid—and floated the possibility of connecting to Morocco’s power network.Environment Minister Maria da Graça Carvalho announced 31 measures designed to prevent future blackouts, reassuring citizens that not all costs would hit their electricity bills. “Part of the financing will come from European funds,” she told reporters in Lisbon, acknowledging public concerns about rising energy costs.The centerpiece involves expanding electricity storage through battery installations, with tenders expected by 2026. Another €25 million targets critical infrastructure like…
[ad_1] Niger’s government has requested Morocco’s help for establishing a national airline carrier during a meeting held lately in Rabat between Moroccan Transport minister Abdessamad Kayouh and his Nigerien peer Abdourahamane Amadou. “Niger wants to benefit from Moroccan expertise to establish its national airline,” said the Moroccan minister citing the Kingdom’s experience in airports modernization and readiness to provide this landlocked African country technical assistance and advanced training. Niger is part of the Sahel countries (including Mali, Chad and Burkina Faso) that have adhered to the initiative launched by King Mohammed VI in 2023 to enable these African landlocked countries…
[ad_1] A staff member of South Sudan’s Health Ministry who was abducted from a Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) ambulance in Morobo County, Central Equatoria, has been released unharmed, MSF confirmed on Sunday, July 27. The incident occurred on Friday around 10 a.m. local time when armed individuals halted the ambulance, removed the ministry employee—identified as nurse Ita Rejoice by a local rights group—and let the other passengers proceed. Rejoice was returning to Morobo after escorting a pregnant woman to Yei Hospital for advanced care. The abduction is the latest in a troubling rise in attacks targeting healthcare workers and infrastructure…
[ad_1] The African Union’s Peace and Security Council has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to Libya’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, underscoring support for a nationally owned political process and national reconciliation. In a communiqué issued after a high-level meeting, the Council called for inclusive and transparent presidential and parliamentary elections to be held without delay. It also urged the unification of Libyan institutions, reinforcement of political and social cohesion, and an end to the country’s prolonged transitional period. Expressing grave concern over the security situation—particularly the armed clashes in Tripoli last May—the council demanded an immediate ceasefire, disarmament of non-State armed…
[ad_1] Princess Lalla Asmaa and the First Lady of El Salvador Gabriela Rodríguez de Bukele visited on Monday in Rabat the Headquarters of Lalla Asmaa Foundation for Hearing Impaired Children and Youth. On this occasion, the Princess and the First Lady of El Salvador toured various wards of the Foundation and were briefed on the cutting-edge medical care, rehabilitation, specialized education, psychosocial support, and family training provided by the institution. They also visited the Foundation’s summer camp, including the pedagogical greenhouse, the recreational activities and various workshops such as pottery, diorama creation, and sculpting clay. The Princess and the First…
[ad_1] Sudan’s Army-backed administration has strongly condemned the formation of a parallel government by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), branding it a “phantom government” and accusing the group of deepening national suffering.The Sudanese Foreign Ministry, in a statement issued on Sunday, July 27, said the RSF’s move was a blatant disregard for the plight of civilians and a desperate attempt by a “terrorist militia” facing defeat on the battlefield. The RSF’s decision to appoint a rival prime minister and establish a presidential council, the ministry added, exemplified its intent to undermine Sudan’s sovereignty.The announcement follows Saturday’s declaration by the…
[ad_1] Dozens of Egyptian aid trucks carrying essential humanitarian supplies began entering Gaza on Sunday, July 27th via the Karm Abu Salem crossing, Al-Qahera News reported.The convoy, which originated from the Egyptian side of the Rafah crossing, included food, flour, and reconstruction materials. In a parallel effort, the Egyptian Red Crescent launched a major aid initiative titled Zad Al-Ezza: From Egypt to Gaza, deploying over 100 trucks with 1,200 tonnes of food, including 840 tonnes of flour and 450 tonnes of food baskets. Due to Israeli restrictions, trucks are rerouted from Rafah to Karm Abu Salem for inspection before accessing…
[ad_1] A new immigration policy under the Trump administration is prompting alarm among African students in the United States, as tighter visa restrictions limit travel flexibility and raise emotional and academic concerns.Effective 8 July, the U.S. State Department has implemented a revised visa policy that grants F-1 student visas — especially for African nationals like Nigerians and Ghanaians — valid for just a single entry within a three-month window. Once inside the U.S., students may stay for the full duration of their program, but leaving before graduation could require a fresh visa application with no guarantee of re-entry. The change…
[ad_1] African exports to the United States are projected to drop by as much as 21.5% as new U.S. tariffs take effect, according to joint research by the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), African Union Commission (AUC), and African Development Bank (AfDB).The protectionist move, part of a broader trade policy under President Donald Trump, has sparked concern among African policymakers and economists. The most visible impact has hit South Africa, where vehicle exports to the U.S. plunged by over 80% in April and May 2025, following steep tariff hikes. The automotive sector, once bolstered by duty-free access under the African…
[ad_1] Fenerbahçe manager José Mourinho wants to include Sofyan Amrabat in a potential swap deal to bring Douglas Luiz to Istanbul from Juventus. The Portuguese coach sees Amrabat as a key bargaining chip to secure Luiz, who has fallen out with Juve management. The Brazilian midfielder was excluded from pre-season training after refusing to join the squad, triggering a $120,000 fine and casting doubt over his future in Turin. Juventus are keen to offload Luiz but will not accept less than $40 million, having signed him from Aston Villa only a year ago for $50 million. Mourinho, however, is intent…