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Morocco Reports Blocking Thousands of Migration Attempts in 2024, Suggesting Far Greater Total Numbers

Morocco blocked 78,685 irregular migration attempts in 2024, dismantled 332 trafficking networks, and rescued 18,645 migrants at sea, but the true scale of migration in North and West Africa likely exceeds these figures due to undetected crossings and undocumented tragedies.

Algeria: Diphtheria and Malaria outbreak in southern border regions claims at least 40 lives

Algeria’s southern provinces are experiencing an outbreak of malaria and diphtheria, with the authorities working to reassure that public that “the situation is stable.” The most affected region appears to be Timiaouine, in the Bordj Badji Mokhtar province. The Algerian Health Security Agency says  the two diseases have already claimed the lives of 40 people. Local sources say the malaria outbreak is due to marshes formed after heavy rains hit the region in September.

Morocco: First Mpox case reported in Marrakech, health authorities activate emergency protocols

With dense ties to West Africa, Morocco now has its first Mpox case, identified in the tourism city of Marrakech. This marks the first case in North Africa, prompting an immediate activation of emergency protocols and a damage-control communication strategy coming...

Sahel/Sahara: Unprecedented Summer Flooding Devastates Numerous Regions

Every summer, the Sahara and Sahel regions experience floodings that cause deaths and damage. This year, however, the magnitude of the destruction appears more severe. In this month of August, devastating rains and floods hit the corridor stretching from southern...
Libya: Unrest in Derna

Libya: Unrest in Derna

By Amanda Mouawad: Hundreds of protesters rallied in Libya's disaster-hit Derna on Monday, accusing the authorities of...

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