Egypt secures Libyan oil as Iranian war fuels Africa’s energy crisis

A month into the U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran, the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz has disrupted African fuel markets, leaving countries from Kenya to Nigeria grappling with fuel shortages, soaring prices, and emergency rationing measures that threaten to deepen poverty across the continent. Around 600,000 barrels......

Europe's energy crisis deepens as Iran war shockwaves spread across three continents

One month into the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran, the economic shockwaves of the conflict are spreading well beyond the Middle East, pressing households and industries across three continents. Iran's effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, through which roughly one fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas normally flows, has triggered......

Morocco-Nigeria pipeline: Europe eyes atlantic corridor amid energy uncertainty

Europe is increasingly looking to the Morocco-Nigeria gas pipeline as a strategic alternative to secure its energy supplies amid growing geopolitical tensions and disruptions in key routes, particularly in the Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz. The project envisions a secure Atlantic corridor delivering substantial volumes of natural gas from......

Morocco scores zero in Global Terrorism Index, ranking among world's safest nations

Morocco has again been placed among the countries least exposed to terrorist threats. The Global Terrorism Index 2026, published by the Institute for Economics and Peace, awarded Morocco a score of zero, indicating no recorded attacks on its soil during the reference period. The ranking places Morocco in the lowest risk category and reflects......

“Like a woman” campaign promotes global recognition of female leadership

A global digital campaign titled “Like a Woman” has been launched to highlight and promote women’s leadership, coinciding with International Women’s Day 2026. Led by United Nations General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock, the initiative aims to reshape long-standing stereotypes and position women’s leadership......

Failed jihadist assault near Maiduguri highlights persistent security challenges in northeastern Nigeria

A suspected jihadist attack on a military position near Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, was repelled overnight, marking the first attempted assault of this type in the city in several years. The incident occurred shortly after midnight in Ajilari Cross, a residential area located on the southwestern outskirts of the city, only a few......

Nigeria: Deadly attack by armed gangs kills soldiers and local fighters

At least 20 people, including members of the security forces, were killed during an attack by armed gangs in central Nigeria, highlighting the persistent insecurity affecting several regions of the country. The incident occurred in Plateau State, an area that has experienced recurring violence involving criminal groups, community conflicts......

OPEC keeps oil demand forecast despite supply shocks from Iran war

OPEC has maintained its global oil demand projections even as supply disruptions linked to the war involving Iran shake energy markets. The organization confirmed that Saudi Arabia led a significant increase in production in February, raising output by 250,000 barrels per day in what appears to have been a precautionary move ahead of military......

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