Libyan desert's yellow glass: how we discovered the origin of these rare and mysterious shards
The Great Sand Sea Desert stretches over an area of 72,000km² linking Egypt and Libya. It was first described in a scientific paper in 1933 and is known as Libyan desert glass. But none are as rich in silica as Libyan desert glass, nor are they found in such large lumps and quantities. One polymorph of ZrO₂ that we observed in Libyan desert glass is called cubic zirconia – the kind seen in some jewellery as a synthetic replacement for diamonds. Such pressure and temperature conditions provided us with the proof for the meteorite impact origin of the glass.
Source:Libya Today
November 27, 2023 14:07 UTC
COP28: Libya must learn the climate justice lessons of Derna
For decades, political elites have neglected environmental challenges in their pursuit of power at a grave cost. With all eyes on COP28, there is an opportunity for Libya to commit to prioritising climate change, writes Malak Altaeb. They stand as a glaring testimony to the longstanding negligence of Libya's elites toward environmental challenges and the imminent threat of climate change. Local initiatives and even grassroots movements have consistently underscored the need for Libya to prioritise and address its environmental challenges. In light of the undeniable evidence of mismanagement and neglect of mounting environmental challenges, Libya must acknowledge its environmental challenges and commit to a robust action plan.
Source:Libya Today
November 27, 2023 13:52 UTC
The African Development Bank, Libya Strengthen Cooperation, Sign Funding Agreements
TRIPOLI, Libya, le 27 November 2023 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/The African Development Bank has signed three technical assistance grant agreements with the government of Libya, reaffirming its commitment to the North African country. The supplies, which were swiftly arranged by the bank, became necessary following the Derna floods which devastated the eastern part of the country. “We appreciate the support of the Bank, namely the timeliness and efficiency demonstrated to approve the grants,” he said. Distributed by African Media Agency (AMA) on behalf of African Development Bank. The post The African Development Bank, Libya strengthen cooperation, sign funding agreements appeared first on African Media Agency.
Source:Libya Today
November 27, 2023 12:11 UTC
Tripoli hosts Sahel conference today
The Ministry of the Interior of the Government of National Unity has approved a plan of security measures for a conference for Sahel countries which will be held today and on 28 November in Tripoli and will see the participation of the labor ministers of the Sahel and Sahara countries. The Tripoli Security Directorate indicated, in a statement yesterday, “the distribution of security tasks between the components of the Ministry of the Interior and the security agencies involved”. According to the Libyan newspaper Al-Wasat, members of the delegations have begun to arrive in the capital, led by the executive secretary of the Community of Sahel and Sahara States, Ado Al Hajji Abu. The regional, continental and international event is the first of its kind in Libya, it will also include Italy and the European Union and marks an important paradigm shift: for the first time, in fact, the Libyan authorities want to include and insert migrants into the Libyan economy.
Source:Libya Today
November 27, 2023 09:37 UTC
Zamalek defeated Abu Selim 1-0 in the CAF Confederation Cup
CAIRO, November 27, 2023: Zamalek SC earned a hard 1-0 victory over Libya`s Abu Selim, in the match that brought them together on Sunday evening, at Burj Al-Arab Stadium, in the first round of the group stage matches of the African Confederation Cup. In the 73rd minute, Youssef Obama succeeded in scoring the lead goal for his team with a header after a corner kick taken by Ahmed Zizo. With this result, Zamalek wins the first three points, and rises to the top of its group, which includes Angola’s Sagrada, Guinea’s Sawar, and Libyan Abu Salim. The Zamalek Board of Directors, headed by Hussein Labib, was keen to be present in the main stands of Borg Al Arab Stadium, to support the team and the technical staff at the beginning of the group stage journey of the African Confederation Cup. The Zamalek formation included: Goalkeeper: Mohamed Awad, Defense line: Mohamed Abdel Shafi - Mohamed Abdel Ghani - Hamza Mathlouthi, Midfield: Nabil Imad Dunga - Amr El-Sisi - Sayed Abdullah “Neymar” - Ibrahima Ndiay, Offensive line: Ahmed Mustafa “Zizou” - Youssef Obama - Mahmoud Abdel Razek “Shikabala”.
Source:Libya Today
November 27, 2023 08:30 UTC
Controversy Surrounding Libyan Elections: Criticisms And Accusations Against UN Envoy – OpEd
The UN envoy has met with the heads of the Government of National Unity, Abdel Hamid al-dabaiba, the Presidential Council, Mohamed Al-Manfi, and the Supreme Council of State, Mohamed Takala. The first-ever presidential elections in Libya were initially scheduled for December 24, 2021. The United Nations Support Mission in Libya, along with the Supreme National Elections Committee, has identified gaps and shortcomings in the draft electoral laws. At the same time, the Libyan House of Representatives refuses to participate in the UN envoy’s initiative to bring together the Libyan parties and agree on the disputed issues regarding holding elections. This session aims to gather their leaders and identify the outstanding issues facing the High National Elections Commission before implementing the laws and elections issued by the House of Representatives.
Source:Libya Today
November 27, 2023 00:28 UTC
8th Libya Agricultural Exhibition: return of pivot irrigation systems post Ukraine war food crisis
At the launch of the activities of the eighth session of the Libya Agricultural Exhibition on 25 November held in Tamanhint, southern Libya, it was revealed to Libya Herald that post the global food price crises sparked by the Ukraine-Russia war, pivot irrigation agriculture in southern Libya has made a return. Centre pivot irrigation systemsAl-Zawi pointed out that his company specializes in importing and installing centre pivot irrigation systems in the southern regions and has agencies from companies specialized in this field from the United States of America, Turkey and Germany. Electricity stability has returned pivot agricultureThese products are used, he explained, in the food and animal feed industries, and with the stability of electricity over the past two seasons, agricultural irrigation pivot systems have returned to work from scratch. Strengthen the economyIt is worth noting that the eighth Libya Agricultural Exhibition, held in Tamanhint, aims to strengthen the national economy and shed light on agricultural products in the southern region. The exhibition included workshops and scientific lectures on developments in the agricultural field around the world.
Source:Libya Today
November 26, 2023 22:13 UTC
Central Mediterranean: 8 migrants dying every day, says MSF
Since the beginning of the year, an average of eight people lost their lives or went missing each day while trying to cross the central Mediterranean towards Italy, according to Doctors Without Borders (MSF). With about 2,200 children, women, and men either missing or confirmed dead in the Central Mediterranean so far, the year 2023 has been the deadliest since 2017 on this migration route, witnessing an average of eight victims per day. In its latest report titled “No one came to our rescue,” Doctors Without Borders (MSF) denounces “the violent border practices and deliberate inaction of European states”, attributing these factors to the escalating deaths at sea. In 2023, “the number of people arriving at Italy’s shores via the Central Mediterranean route has more than doubled compared to the same period last year. Source: ANSA
Source:Libya Today
November 26, 2023 19:14 UTC
Promoting Solid Waste Management in Libya for a Circular Economy: GIZ
Reviewing its work in this sector, Germany’s GIZ reported that, in collaboration with partners, it has spearheaded initiatives in Libya to propel a circular economy of waste prioritising waste minimisation. Circular economyGIZ explained that contrary to the linear economy’s approach of extraction, consumption and disposal, the circular economy promotes continuous usage and regeneration loops. The workshop’s objective was to evaluate each municipality’s potential in both nations to embrace and work within a circular economy. This activity is supported by the European Union in Libya and Germany’s BMZ -funded project “Decentralisation as a contribution to peacebuilding in Libya / Support to municipalities in Libya (SML)”. It is implemented by Germany’s GIZ in cooperation with the Libyan Ministry of Local Government and 30 partner municipalities.
Source:Libya Today
November 26, 2023 19:04 UTC
LBC signs MoU at Arab-British Economic Summit in London
The Libyan Business Council (LBC) signed an MoU during its participation in the 3rd Arab British Economic Summit 2023, held on 20th November in London. Speaking exclusively to Libya Herald, the LBC confirmed that 59 business leaders from across Libya attended the event, the largest Libyan business delegation to visit Britain in the past ten years. It was, the LBC added, representing the return of stability in Libya and the desire of Libyan businessmen and people to revive stalled projects. The LBC also informed that the Secretary-General of the Arab League, Ahmed Abu Al-Ghaith, welcomed Libya’s presence at the summit and its return to international forums. The Arab-British Chamber of Commerce said the event comes as part of their ongoing activities to nurture collaboration between the United Kingdom and the Arab World.
Source:Libya Today
November 26, 2023 14:17 UTC
Libya, UNICEF hold talks on child protection
Representatives of UNICEF, other UN agencies and several Libyan ministries met in Tripoli today to discuss child protection, according to a statement by UNICEF. During the meeting, officials from the Ministry of Planning, Ministry of Social Affairs,, Social Solidarity Fund, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Education, as well as WFP, UNFPA Libya and IOM Libya, discussed “progress under Pillar 3 of the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework for Social and Human Capital Development in Libya”.
Source:Libya Today
November 26, 2023 12:38 UTC
Turkish, Libyan ties stronger in 4th year of landmark deal
Türkiye and Libya mark the fourth year of a maritime boundaries deal on Monday. An expert says the deal cemented Türkiye’s place in the Mediterranean Sea and shook “a Greek-led front” seeking to curb Türkiye’s influence in the region. The deal, between Ankara and Libya’s Tripoli-based Government of National Accord (GNA) secured Turkish rights over a portion of the Eastern Mediterranean Sea. He said the deal was a turning point for Türkiye’s foreign policy and security policy that took a more assertive role. On Friday, the motion to extend the mandate of Turkish troops in Libya for two more years was submitted to Parliament.
Source:Libya Today
November 26, 2023 11:36 UTC
Motion to extend mandate of Turkish troops in Libya submitted to parliament
The presidential motion to extend the authorization for the deployment of Turkish troops to Libya for another 24 months has been submitted to the Turkish parliament on Friday. "The risks and threats arising from Libya persist for Türkiye and the entire region. In case of the resumption of attacks against the legitimate government, Türkiye’s interests in both the Mediterranean basin and North Africa will be adversely affected," the motion noted. "Preventing the resumption of conflicts holds significance to ensure the conclusion of military and political negotiations conducted under the auspices of the UN,” it added. Libya has been torn by civil war and instability since the ouster of longtime ruler Muammar Gaddafi in 2011.
Source:Libya Today
November 25, 2023 13:14 UTC
”Organising the Work of e-stores’’ workshop launches government e-commerce platform
The workshop was organized under the slogan “Organising the Work of e-stores”. Libya Post Company made a presentation at the event on providing delivery services and logistical support for e-stores in Libya. The launched e-commerce platform aims to:Document and inventory e-stores in the Libyan market to facilitate the organisation of their work. Equally the new state e-commerce platform seeks to encourage honest e-traders and discourage ‘’cowboys’’. By registering on the official state e-commerce platform, e-commerce traders would gain the trust of customers.
Source:Libya Today
November 25, 2023 12:27 UTC
Smart post/zip codes launched
The Tripoli based Libyan government announced Thursday that it has launched new smart post/zip codes. Normal post/zip codes had been launched in 2010, but the new smart post/zip codes plates being installed have QR and NFC codes included allowing them to be read by electronic equipment, including smart mobile phones. Phase one of the installation of smart post/zip codes plates has installed 22,000 post/zip codes plates and aims to install 111,000 plates in western Libya. It will be completed in 2024. Tripoli Municipality Centre started attaching postcodes on buildings (libyaherald.com)Post code system to be completed (libyaherald.com)
Source:Libya Today
November 25, 2023 12:27 UTC