Tunisia Scorns EU Migrant Deal
Tunisia’s president has raised the stakes in the migrant crisis affecting his country. Kais Saied says he won’t be the EU’s border guard to prevent refugees crossing the Mediterranean to the bloc.
His comments come as European chiefs visit Tunisia with a billion-euro offer to help control the problem.
While at a migrant camp in the port city of Sfax, Saied said, “It is unacceptable for us to play policeman for other countries."
Tunisia’s president has raised the stakes in the migrant crisis affecting his country. Kais Saied says he won’t be the EU’s border guard to prevent refugees crossing the Mediterranean to the bloc.
His comments come as European chiefs visit Tunisia with a billion-euro offer to help control the problem.
While at a migrant camp in the port city of Sfax, Saied said, “It is unacceptable for us to play policeman for other countries."
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Europe is afraid the financial crisis in the North African country will see more migrants attempt the journey.
And in the past has worked extensively with Tunisia to patrol its coast.
However, Saied is resisting IMF reforms linked to the new cash deal.
The organisation wants Tunisia to cut state subsidies and restructure state-owned businesses.
Saied fears that could cause a ‘social explosion.’
In the meantime he’s blamed his country's woes on sub-Saharan migrants who make up the bulk of those trying to reach Europe.
In February he claimed they were part of a criminal plot to destabilize Tunisia even though they make up only a small fraction of the population.
His comments triggered a wave of anti-migrant violence.
Europe is afraid the financial crisis in the North African country will see more migrants attempt the journey.
And in the past has worked extensively with Tunisia to patrol its coast.
However, Saied is resisting IMF reforms linked to the new cash deal.
The organisation wants Tunisia to cut state subsidies and restructure state-owned businesses.
Saied fears that could cause a ‘social explosion.’
In the meantime he’s blamed his country's woes on sub-Saharan migrants who make up the bulk of those trying to reach Europe.
In February he claimed they were part of a criminal plot to destabilize Tunisia even though they make up only a small fraction of the population.
His comments triggered a wave of anti-migrant violence.
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Peace Bid For Sudan
There’s a new bid to secure peace in Sudan.
East African bloc IGAD will hold face-to-face talks with warring generals Burhan and Dagalo.
Nearly 2,000 lives have been lost since war broke out between military factions seven weeks ago.
And fighting has again intensified in the capital Khartoum after the latest 24-hour ceasefire ended.
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There’s a new bid to secure peace in Sudan.
East African bloc IGAD will hold face-to-face talks with warring generals Burhan and Dagalo.
Nearly 2,000 lives have been lost since war broke out between military factions seven weeks ago.
And fighting has again intensified in the capital Khartoum after the latest 24-hour ceasefire ended.
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America Snubbed Apartheid Struggle
Western countries have always portrayed themselves as the high priests and vanguards of morals, democracy and human rights, but is this really the case? In this 1990 interview former South African president and anti-apartheid leader, Nelson Mandela, reveals how the US ignored the African National Congress's pleas for help in the 1960s in the midst of increased racial oppression.
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Western countries have always portrayed themselves as the high priests and vanguards of morals, democracy and human rights, but is this really the case? In this 1990 interview former South African president and anti-apartheid leader, Nelson Mandela, reveals how the US ignored the African National Congress's pleas for help in the 1960s in the midst of increased racial oppression.
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Africa's Cutest Killer
Africa’s most Instagrammable wildcat is also a bit of a terror in real life. If you’re lucky, you might spot one out in the wild in the southern part of the continent… or you can just watch our video! (It’s safer, and just as cute!)
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Africa’s most Instagrammable wildcat is also a bit of a terror in real life. If you’re lucky, you might spot one out in the wild in the southern part of the continent… or you can just watch our video! (It’s safer, and just as cute!)
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Kenya Keeps GMO Ban
Kenya's ban on GMO crops will remain after the government lost its High Court appeal. However, the decision has divided opinion as the country grapples with food insecurity following severe droughts. Should genetically modified crops be allowed to help feed the nation?
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Kenya's ban on GMO crops will remain after the government lost its High Court appeal. However, the decision has divided opinion as the country grapples with food insecurity following severe droughts. Should genetically modified crops be allowed to help feed the nation?
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Astute African Architecture
At a time when we’re all told to live more sustainably, traditional African architecture has been ticking that box for centuries.
We look at some typical homes designed and built in harmony with their environment.
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At a time when we’re all told to live more sustainably, traditional African architecture has been ticking that box for centuries.
We look at some typical homes designed and built in harmony with their environment.
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African-American Celebrities Are Discovering Their African Ancestry, Can You Guess?
Africa and the diaspora are pulling closer. African-American celebrities are discovering their African ancestry thanks to DNA tests. We thought it’d be fun to try and guess what part of our continent, exactly, some of the biggest names on the planet originate from. Join in as we reason out our conclusions, and let us know in the comments what you think!
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Africa and the diaspora are pulling closer. African-American celebrities are discovering their African ancestry thanks to DNA tests. We thought it’d be fun to try and guess what part of our continent, exactly, some of the biggest names on the planet originate from. Join in as we reason out our conclusions, and let us know in the comments what you think!
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How Religion Was Used To Brainwash Africans
Racism is as simple as black and white - or Black and White. White people aren’t the colour white, nor Black people black. But as activist and ex-AU ambassador to the US Arikana Chihombori explains, the terms ‘Black’ and ‘White’ are loaded with colonial values, brought to the continent by European missionaries. We were never Black, we were - we are - Africans!
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Racism is as simple as black and white - or Black and White. White people aren’t the colour white, nor Black people black. But as activist and ex-AU ambassador to the US Arikana Chihombori explains, the terms ‘Black’ and ‘White’ are loaded with colonial values, brought to the continent by European missionaries. We were never Black, we were - we are - Africans!
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Ruto Ramps Up De-Dollar Drive
Kenya’s president is ramping up calls for de-dollarisation.
On his visit to Djibouti, William Ruto again urged African countries to trade in local currencies.
It could have many benefits for the continent and reflects a wider global trend.
BRICS members are expected to issue updates on a potential new currency this summer, while Saudi Arabia is considering selling oil to China in Yuan, undermining the Petrodollar.
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Kenya’s president is ramping up calls for de-dollarisation.
On his visit to Djibouti, William Ruto again urged African countries to trade in local currencies.
It could have many benefits for the continent and reflects a wider global trend.
BRICS members are expected to issue updates on a potential new currency this summer, while Saudi Arabia is considering selling oil to China in Yuan, undermining the Petrodollar.
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Wisdom From Africa
More African proverbs that have stood the test of time.
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More African proverbs that have stood the test of time.
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We Want UNSC Voice
Kenya’s President Ruto wants greater representation of African countries at the UN Security Council. And says in its current form the organisation can’t tackle challenges faced by the Global South. It’s not hard to see why.
The UNSC has five permanent members - United States, Russia, China, France, and the United Kingdom - each with a veto on any resolution. It means most developing nations fail to get their voices heard on pressing international issues like war and natural disasters.
It also reflects an outdated UN that was formed when most of Africa was under colonial rule.
Ruto first raised the issue at the UN General Assembly last year and recently bent the ear of Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov.
The African leader’s latest push came while addressing Djibouti’s parliament. And as you’ll see in this clip, he got a big ovation.
Kenya’s President Ruto wants greater representation of African countries at the UN Security Council. And says in its current form the organisation can’t tackle challenges faced by the Global South. It’s not hard to see why.
The UNSC has five permanent members - United States, Russia, China, France, and the United Kingdom - each with a veto on any resolution. It means most developing nations fail to get their voices heard on pressing international issues like war and natural disasters.
It also reflects an outdated UN that was formed when most of Africa was under colonial rule.
Ruto first raised the issue at the UN General Assembly last year and recently bent the ear of Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov.
The African leader’s latest push came while addressing Djibouti’s parliament. And as you’ll see in this clip, he got a big ovation.
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Tunisia’s Favourite White Walker
Expect plenty of opinionated jokes and sarcasm - peppered with wise quotes and great vibes - as we launch our new series, Africa in 90 Seconds. Host Ahmed Ghoneim won’t be pulling his punches, as he delivers his personal takes, in his inimitable style, on all matters African.
In this debut episode, he takes a scathing look at what Tunisia’s president’s been up to - from reversing the country’s revolution, to inciting hatred against Black Africans. Even if you disagree with him, you’ll definitely be entertained!
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Expect plenty of opinionated jokes and sarcasm - peppered with wise quotes and great vibes - as we launch our new series, Africa in 90 Seconds. Host Ahmed Ghoneim won’t be pulling his punches, as he delivers his personal takes, in his inimitable style, on all matters African.
In this debut episode, he takes a scathing look at what Tunisia’s president’s been up to - from reversing the country’s revolution, to inciting hatred against Black Africans. Even if you disagree with him, you’ll definitely be entertained!
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