Public Administration and State Capacity
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Libya Sets Out National Early Warning Roadmap
Workshops in Tripoli have produced a roadmap to link risk data, hazard monitoring, public alerts and emergency response across Libya. Recent deadly floods and nationwide weather alerts show the challenge of turning that plan into coordinated action by 2027.
Libya and Ottobock discuss prosthetics cooperation
A Libyan Military Medical Services delegation has visited Ottobock in Germany to discuss prosthetics and rehabilitation. The talks follow a 2024 partnership agreement on supplies and training, but no new contract or implementation targets have been independently confirmed.
Egypt boosts healthcare funding with EGP 108 billion for 2026/27
Egypt will put EGP 108 billion into public healthcare for 2026/27, raising spending by 27% as the government puts health at the center of its national plans.
Libya launches unified system to coordinate international support
Libya is moving to centralize and track all international support with a new electronic system and national database. The Central Bank governor has joined a high-level committee to ensure aid aligns with Libya's priorities and development plans.
Libya launches national team to align education with labour market needs
Libya's Ministry of Planning is putting together a national team to close the gap between what schools teach and what employers want. The move aims to build stronger human capital and push forward the country's 2030 development plans.
Morocco's coalition faces voter test after mixed record on jobs and services
Morocco's outgoing coalition heads into the September 23 vote with expanded health insurance and water access, but persistent youth unemployment and household pessimism threaten to overshadow headline gains. The election will test whether capacity improvements can outweigh lived experience.
Tunisia faces blackout and water crisis as state capacity unravels
Tunisia's summer was defined by rolling blackouts and water shortages, exposing the government's inability to maintain essential services amid record heat, mounting debt, and a population losing faith in President Kais Saied's leadership.
Libyan Health Union Warns of Talent Exodus Over Foreign Recruitment
The Health Sector Movement Union has escalated its protest against the Tripoli government's decision to hire 200 Syrian medical professionals on high US dollar salaries, warning this move could accelerate the loss of Libyan healthcare talent and further destabilize the sector.
Egypt launches 25000-unit rent to own housing drive for young families
Egypt's government is opening applications for 25000 new rental and rent to own housing units from 20 September, aiming to expand affordable housing access for young people and low income families in 26 cities nationwide.
Algeria races to complete school upgrades before new academic year
With the 2026-2027 school year approaching, Algerian authorities are under pressure to deliver new and renovated educational facilities, ensure transport and meal services are operational from day one, and address persistent gaps in school infrastructure across multiple wilayas.
Algeria's CNAS Fast-Tracks Chifa Card Renewal for Fire Victims
Algeria's CNAS has launched an emergency online system to replace lost Chifa health cards for residents affected by wildfires in seven wilayas, aiming to maintain uninterrupted access to social security benefits and cut red tape for disaster-hit families.
Mauritania Prepares to Open 28 New Health Centres in Nouakchott
Mauritania's Ministry of Health is finalising preparations to launch 28 new health centres across Nouakchott, aiming to expand access to primary care as part of the capital's emergency development programme. The move is expected to improve healthcare delivery and address resource gaps.
Algerian Government Pledges Full Wildfire Compensation by 15 September
Algeria's Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb has announced that all citizens affected by recent wildfires will receive full compensation by 15 September, with payments starting next week. The plan prioritises rapid restoration of essential services and aims to address all documented losses.
Nouakchott Mayors and Government Seek Solutions for City Cleanliness
Mauritania's government has met with Nouakchott's mayors to coordinate efforts to improve urban cleanliness, address municipal service challenges, and enhance the capital's urban environment amid growing public demand for better living conditions.
Brakna Border Commission Reviews Security and Coordination Challenges
Mauritania's Brakna regional border management commission has assessed ongoing challenges in securing border areas, improving coordination among stakeholders, and monitoring local committees, as part of efforts to address cross-border risks and societal threats.
Algerian Schools Ordered to Accept Electronic Civil Status Documents
Algeria's Ministry of National Education has mandated that schools must accept electronic civil status documents, ending the requirement for paper copies. The move aims to streamline administrative processes and advance digital transformation.
Mauritania Appoints New Members to National Human Rights Commission
Mauritania's presidency has announced the appointment of new members to the Commission nationale des Droits de l'Homme, a move that could influence the country's human rights oversight and institutional capacity in the coming years.
Grand Mufti criticises Tripoli government over basic service failures
Sheikh Sadig al-Ghariani, the Western-based Grand Mufti of Libya, has publicly criticised the Tripoli government for neglecting essential services, highlighting worsening shortages of water, fuel, and cash, and warning of growing social inequality.
Algeria Faces Infrastructure and Staffing Gaps in Secondary IT Rollout
Algeria's plan to introduce computer science across secondary schools in 2026-2027 highlights major gaps in infrastructure, teacher availability, and educational materials, raising questions about the system's readiness for digital transformation.
GECOL Handles Nearly 10,000 Power Outage Reports in Libya
Libya's General Electricity Company (GECOL) received 9,750 citizen calls about power outages in a single day, with most issues reportedly resolved through rapid coordination between the new reporting centre and technical teams.
Mauritania Reviews Health Sector Performance in Assaba for First Half of 2026
Mauritania's Ministry of Health has launched a mid-year review of its operational plan in Assaba, aiming to identify shortcomings and implement corrective measures to improve health sector performance in the second half of 2026.
Mauritania Launches Recruitment Exams for 390 State Positions
Mauritania has begun a four-day recruitment exam process to fill 390 government positions across several ministries, part of a wider effort to hire 3,000 new state employees. The process aims to improve transparency and digital efficiency in public sector hiring.
Algeria to Launch Major Public Sector Recruitment Drive in 2026
Algeria's Ministry of Solidarity, Family and Women's Affairs will open nearly 700 permanent positions in September 2026, aiming to strengthen public service delivery and operational capacity nationwide.
Algeria Targets 20,000 Investment Projects by 2029 in New Government Plan
Algeria's government has set a goal to enable 20,000 investment projects by 2029, anchored by a nationwide survey of available economic land and a five-pillar strategy to unlock and develop key sites.