Core Countries and Territories
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Algeria Sets 2026-2027 University Start Date for 22 September
Algeria's Ministry of Higher Education has confirmed that university courses for the 2026-2027 academic year will begin on 22 September 2026, aligning closely with the national school calendar and aiming to streamline campus preparations.
Libyan Commander Claims End to Large-Scale Fuel Smuggling in Western Mountains
Osama al-Juwaili, Commander of Libya's Western Mountain Military Region, says industrial-scale fuel smuggling via tankers has been eradicated in his area, though smaller-scale diesel smuggling persists, highlighting ongoing regulatory and enforcement challenges.
Mauritania to Digitise Driving Licences and Vehicle Registration by Year-End
Mauritania's Ministry of Equipment and Transport plans to introduce biometric driving licences and vehicle registration plates before the end of the year, aiming to modernise administrative processes and improve service delivery for citizens.
Mauritania Clarifies Criteria for Doctor Transfers After Union Protest
Mauritania's Ministry of Health has reaffirmed that the transfer and assignment of general practitioners for 2026 will follow merit-based, transparent criteria, following union criticism over the process and calls for greater fairness and oversight.
Algerian Drivers Face 10,000 Dinar Fine for Night Driving Without Lights
Algeria's Gendarmerie nationale has warned that motorists driving at night without proper vehicle lighting on unlit roads risk a 10,000 dinar fine under Article 121/D-6 of the road code. The measure aims to improve road safety.
CPA Launches New Financing Scheme for Algeria's Ageing Bus Fleet
The Crédit populaire d'Algérie (CPA) has introduced a new financing offer for collective transport operators, aiming to accelerate the replacement of buses over 25 years old and support the modernisation of Algeria's public transport sector.
Algerian Security Forces Dismantle Major Transnational Drug Network
Algerian authorities have dismantled a transnational narcotics network, seizing drugs and assets valued at nearly 1,000 billion centimes. The operation highlights the scale of cross-border criminal logistics and regional security risks.
Libyan Customs and Chambers of Commerce Advance Digital Integration
The Libyan Customs Authority and the General Union of Chambers of Commerce are moving to integrate electronic verification of commercial registration certificates, aiming to improve data accuracy and streamline trade procedures by reducing paper-based processes.
Temperatures Rise Slightly as Showers Expected Across Tunisia
Tunisia will see a slight increase in temperatures on Friday, with the National Institute of Meteorology forecasting cloudy skies and localised rain and hailstorms in the northwest and central regions. Moderate winds and sea conditions are also expected.
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.
Nouakchott Residents Protest Mobile Antenna Construction on Public Spaces
The installation of telecom pylons on public squares in Nouakchott has triggered strong opposition from local residents and prompted intervention by authorities, raising questions about regulatory oversight and the use of public land in Mauritania's capital.
Mauritanian Education Unions to Stage Sit-In Over Ministry Exclusion
Twelve Mauritanian education unions under the 'Hadiroun' coalition will begin a sit-in at the Ministry of Education on 31 August, protesting what they describe as exclusion from union representation and unilateral election procedures.
Mauritania to Recruit 1,132 New Education Staff via National Exam
Mauritania's Ministry of Education has launched a national recruitment competition for 1,132 teaching positions, including 241 secondary school teachers, as part of efforts to strengthen the education sector and address staffing needs.
Mauritania Opens Annual Season Honouring the Prophet's Life
Mauritania's Groupement Culturel Islamique, with Arafat municipality, has launched its annual season dedicated to the life and legacy of the Prophet. The event aims to reinforce social values and unity through lectures, poetry, and commemorative gatherings.
Mauritanian Opposition Rejects Calls for Third Presidential Term
Mauritania's main opposition coalition has firmly rejected recent calls to allow President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani a third term, warning that any attempt to alter constitutional term limits threatens the country's political stability and peaceful transfer of power.
Vehicle Fire in Nouakchott Destroys 34 Million MRO in Cash
A vehicle transporting funds for several money transfer agencies caught fire in Arafat, Nouakchott-Sud, destroying approximately 34 million old ouguiyas. The incident raises concerns over security measures in Mauritania's cash transport sector.
Mauritanian Coast Guard Rescues 315 Migrants Near Nouadhibou
Mauritanian coast guard units rescued 315 people, including women and children, from a makeshift boat off Nouadhibou. The group, mainly from Senegal and Gambia, was attempting irregular migration under difficult humanitarian conditions.
Mauritania Announces 2026 University Placement Results for Baccalaureate Graduates
Mauritania's Ministry of Higher Education has published the orientation results for 2026 baccalaureate graduates, allocating students to 160 higher education programmes, including 29 abroad. The process used the 'Jadara' system to ensure transparency.
Mauritanian Gendarmerie Dismantles Drug Trafficking Network in Nouakchott
Mauritania's gendarmerie has dismantled an active drug trafficking network in Nouakchott, arresting its members and seizing significant quantities of cannabis resin and psychotropic pills. The operation is part of the national anti-narcotics strategy.
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.
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