Migrant deaths on maritime routes to Europe doubled in 2021: UN

International Organization for Migration, the United Nations' migration agency, urges the European states to take urgent steps to reduce deaths on sea routes to Europe.

Egypt's 'execution frenzy' has to end: HRW

Human Rights Watch urges the Egyptian government to stop executions in the country as it 'cannot afford more.'

Morocco denounces EU resolution over migrant influx into Ceuta enclave

The European Parliament passed a resolution, tabled by Madrid, rejecting “Morocco’s use of border control and migration, and unaccompanied minors in particular, as political pressure against Spain.”

Why is the US concerned about China’s naval base in Djibouti?

The US alleges that China’s base in Africa is now big enough to host aircraft carriers.

Haftar militia commander wanted by ICC shot dead in Libya

Mahmoud al Werfalli's killing underscores the risks of violent escalation on the ground that poses the biggest challenge to Libya's new unity government.

UN report: Erik Prince plotted to violate Libya arms embargo

An independent investigation revealed Prince’s botched mercenary operation to help Libyan warlord Khalifa Haftar overthrow the internationally-backed GNA government.

Tunisia's Ennahda holds street protest as political tensions stay high

Supporters of Ennahda Party stage a demonstration on Saturday in the capital Tunis to strengthen national unity and for giving a message of the necessity of dialogue.

US approves nearly $200M in arms sales to Egypt despite rights concerns

President Biden has vowed a tougher stance on human rights in Egypt after his predecessor Trump courted Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el Sisi, reportedly calling him “my favourite dictator” in part for his cooperation with Israel.

Egyptian student and human rights advocate detained by Cairo police

The disappearance of Ahmed Samir Santawy is the latest in a disturbing pattern of intimidation and harassment of academics and researchers by Egyptian authorities.

Suspected suicide car bomb targets hotel in Somali capital

Security forces were seen surrounding the area, where cars are inspected en route to the airport and where politicians regularly gather at the hotel.

Scores feared dead as boat capsizes in eastern DRC

Survivors estimated the boat to be carrying up to 250 people when it overturned in Lake Kivu, more than double its permitted capacity.

Central African Republic President Touadera wins second term

The country’s electoral commission has declared Touadera the winner of the December 27 election, saying he secured enough votes in the first round to make a runoff unnecessary.