Insecurity forces over 1,200 more civilians to flee Sudan’s Kordofan: UN
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Source:The North Africa Journal
December 29, 2025 12:23 UTC
New order taking shape in Middle East
YANG GUANG/XINHUAA fierce rivalry between the forces of peaceful development and those of turmoil dominated the Middle East landscape in 2025. Yet, amid this turbulence, a new security architecture is beginning to take shape in the Middle East. Regional countries are exercising greater strategic autonomy while engaging with multilateral diplomacy to forge a new regional order. The Middle East has witnessed intense confrontation in recent years, particularly between the Iran-led regional forces and the US-Israel alliance. Meanwhile, Brussels rolled out a range of policies on West Asia and North Africa, signaling its attempt to reengage with the Middle East.
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December 29, 2025 12:15 UTC
Five most memorable Northern New Mexico hikes from 2025
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Source:The North Africa Journal
December 29, 2025 12:05 UTC
Blue Eyes Aren’t Blue at All. Science Finally Explains Why
According to the researchers, globally, more than 70 percent of people have brown eyes, particularly across Africa, East Asia, and South Asia. Blue eyes are concentrated primarily in northern and eastern Europe, while green eyes occur in approximately 2 percent of the world population. Because absorption dominates over scattering, brown eyes appear consistently brown. Blue eyes are thought to trace back to a single genetic mutation that occurred between 6,000 and 10,000 years ago in Europe. Green eyes are rare because they require a narrow biological balance that occurs infrequently in human populations.
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 29, 2025 12:02 UTC
CMA CGM revises FAK rates from India and Pakistan
CMA CGM has announced new Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates for shipments from North West India and Pakistan. The revised rates will apply from January 5, 2026, based on the gate-in date at origin ports, and will remain in effect until further notice. For shipments to North Europe and the Mediterranean, the rate is set at USD 1,800 per 20-foot container and USD 1,800 per 40-foot container. Rates to North Africa will rise to USD 2,800 per 20-foot container and USD 2,800 per 40-foot container. The updated FAK rates apply to dry cargo moving from North West India and Pakistan to North Europe, the Mediterranean, and North Africa.
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 29, 2025 11:46 UTC
Tunisia Shows Measured Economic Stabilization After Years of Strain
After several years of economic strain, Tunisia showed signs of gradual stabilization over the past 24 months. In 2025, Tunisia recorded measurable improvements across several macroeconomic indicators. Economic growth reached 2.4% over the first nine months of the year, with full-year growth projected at approximately 2.6%, compared with 1.4% in 2024. The recovery coincided with declines in both unemployment and inflation, suggesting a degree of macroeconomic stabilization despite continued uncertainty in the global environment. Whether these objectives can be achieved will depend on the country’s ability to sustain sectoral momentum, attract consistent investment, and convert macroeconomic stabilization into durable job creation, particularly for younger segments of the population.
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 29, 2025 11:22 UTC
UK Migration Diplomacy Tests Africa Ties as British Capital Deepens Its Exposure
The decision followed a 30-day deadline issued by the Home Office to countries identified as having high numbers of migration offenders. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper instructed UK diplomats to pursue a more transactional approach to migration cooperation as part of broader foreign policy coordination. The migration measures coincide with wider changes to the UK immigration system. Companies with verified African operations and LSE listings include Airtel Africa, Helios Towers, Seplat Energy, Endeavour Mining, Pan African Resources and Standard Chartered. Many of these firms are included in the FTSE UK Listed Africa Index, which tracks companies generating at least half of their revenues or assets from African markets.
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 29, 2025 10:16 UTC
Tourism 2025: Africa’s Most Visited Countries
By 2025, South Africa, Morocco, and Egypt will dominate the ranking of the most visited African countries, ahead of Kenya and Tanzania, which confirm their status as safari giants. Safaris, cultural heritage, coastal tourism, and business tourism structure the offering, with significant benefits in terms of foreign exchange and direct and indirect employment. Tanzania, with 1.8 million tourists, capitalizes on the Serengeti, Kilimanjaro, and Zanzibar, with high-end safaris alone generating over $2.6 billion in revenue. West and the Horn of Africa gain groundIn West Africa, Nigeria and Ghana each exceed one million visitors, driven by business tourism, cultural festivals, and a vibrant urban scene. Ethiopia closes the Top 10 with around 900,000 arrivals, benefiting from its religious heritage (Lalibela, Timkat) and cultural tourism which can generate up to $700 million per year.
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 29, 2025 08:03 UTC
Central African Republic president tipped to win third term
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December 29, 2025 07:22 UTC
Ivory Coast and Cameroon draw at Africa Cup as France great Zidane watches Algeria go through :: WRALSportsFan.com
There were some moments of silence before the game for former Ivory Coast coach Jean-Louis Gasset, who died last week. Zidane watched again and Riyad Mahrez scored again as Algeria reached the last 16 with a 1-0 win over Burkina Faso. The team went out after the group stage in both subsequent editions after winning the 2019 title in Egypt. Zidane’s son Luca did not have much to do in the Algeria goal until he was tested by Lassina Traoré in the 83rd. Sudan faces Burkina Faso in their final group game on Wednesday with a place in the last 16 at stake.
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December 28, 2025 22:42 UTC
Browns prevent Steelers from clinching AFC North with 13-6 win over Pittsburgh
ShareCLEVELAND (AP) — Myles Garrett has said throughout another disappointing season by the Cleveland Browns that getting a win took on greater importance than breaking the NFL’s single-season sack record. Not only did Cleveland’s 13-6 victory over Pittsburgh on Sunday snap a four-game losing streak and allow the team to eclipse its win total from last season, it prevented the Steelers from clinching the AFC North. “I have full confidence we’ll go home and win next week,” said Aaron Rodgers, who was 21 of 39 passing for 168 yards. It is the first time since Dec. 10, 2009, that the Browns (4-12) defeated the Steelers and held them without a touchdown. Browns: Besides Fannin, G Wyatt Teller aggravated a calf injury in the first quarter.
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December 28, 2025 21:54 UTC
A building collapse in South Africa kills three people, including a 1-year-old
JOHANNESBURG (AP) — Three people, including a one-year-old child, died when a two-story building collapsed in South Africa's Soweto township, west of Johannesburg, in the early hours of Sunday morning, authorities said. According to authorities, a total of six people were inside the building when it collapsed and emergency personnel rescued the three people injured who were trapped under the rubble. The incident has been handed over to the relevant authorities for further investigation,” said Xolile Khumalo, spokesperson for Johannesburg Emergency Management Services. On Dec. 12, five people died when a multistory building at the site of a Hindu temple collapsed near the coastal city of Durban. The building was being constructed on top of the temple in the town of Verulam, about 25 kilometers (15 miles) north of Durban, when it collapsed.
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December 28, 2025 14:52 UTC
Greenwood Tips Nigeria, Morocco for AFCON 2025 Final
(Photo by Christophe SIMON / AFP)Marseille forward Mason Greenwood has backed Nigeria and Morocco to reach the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. “(Nigeria) and I’ll probably say Morocco. They’ve obviously done well in the previous World Cup, and they’ve got a strong team,” Greenwood said. Despite the setback, Morocco have extended their unbeaten run to 22 matches dating back to their round of 16 exit at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Morocco will need to secure qualification from Group A before they can think about reaching the final Greenwood has predicted for them.
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December 28, 2025 14:23 UTC
Capital concentrates as MENA startups close deals
Saudi Arabia’s Impact46 led a $1 million investment round in Hypemasters, an international game development studio focused on competitive strategy experiences for mobile. UAE-based Relik has closed a seed funding round with participation from KBW Ventures, Naatt Holding, Fort Holding, and Ayman Sejiny. Announced at the African Startup Conference in December, the transaction is Algeria’s largest startup funding round in local currency and marks the first exit of the Algerian Startup Fund. Despite funding activity spanning 35 startups, capital was concentrated in just 5 markets. The gender funding gap showed no signs of narrowing, with male-led startups absorbing 97 percent of the capital raised during the month.
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December 28, 2025 14:02 UTC
MATCH STATS: Gabon vs Mozambique – TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 Group F
· The defeat ended a six-game unbeaten run in AFCON group matches; their previous group-stage loss was in 2015 against Equatorial Guinea. · After losing their opener, they lost their second group match in 1994 and 2000 but won it in 1996. · Last won their second group match in 2012, when they opened with back-to-back victories over Niger and Morocco. · The only other time they won their second group match after losing the opener was in 1996. · Have never avoided defeat in their second group match at AFCON, losing all five previous such games.
Source:The North Africa Journal
December 28, 2025 07:45 UTC