Tag: Mauritania
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Spain’s Prime Minister Visits West Africa to Address Migration and Human Trafficking Issues
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’s recent visit to West Africa, including Morania, marks a significant effort to address the surge in illegal migration and human trafficking. During his three-day tour, the focus has been on enhancing legal migration frameworks and intensifying the fight against people smuggling through improved cooperation between Spain and West African nations’…
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Kenya’s President Ruto Integrates Opposition Leaders into Cabinet Amid Nationwide Protests
In a significant move within Kenyan politics, President William Ruto has incorporated four opposition ministers into his cabinet, aiming to foster a sense of unity and address the nation’s ongoing crisis, highlighted by six weeks of anti-government protests. This reformation comes as Ruto seeks to stabilize his administration amid widespread discontent, with the appointed opposition…
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Mauritania Faces Linguistic Controversy Following Government’s Enforcement of Arabic in Schools
In Mauritania, a significant educational reform has stirred controversy by enforcing Arabic as the main language of learning, sidelining other local languages and raising concerns about linguistic diversity. The law, adopted in August 2022, has prompted activists and educators to advocate for the inclusion of other local languages like Pulaar, Wolof, and Soninke, which were…
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At Least Five Killed in Kenya Amid Protests Over Tax Hikes
In Kenya, significant unrest has unfolded as at least five individuals were killed during demonstrations against a contentious finance bill, sparking massive protests and leading to part of the Parliament building being set ablaze. President William Ruto has pledged a stern response to the violence and anarchy, deploying the military in Nairobi and other major…
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EU Allocates €210 Million to Mauritania in Effort to Curb Migration to Europe
The European Union has signed a €210 million deal with Mauritania, aimed at managing the flow of migrants through what is known as the Western African route, a popular path for migrants aiming to reach Europe. This agreement comes in response to the increasing number of irregular migrations to Europe, with Mauritania serving as a…