Middle East / Africa
Climate finance will grow but huge challenges persist
The COP28 aims of “transitioning away” from fossil fuels and tripling renewable energy capacity require huge investment
InternationalSouthern Africa court ruling limits mining liabilities
Mining conglomerate Anglo American has won a major case over liability for pollution at its former operations in Zambia
Southern AfricaTurkey plans for competitive industries, lower imports
Turkey’s latest development plan prioritises the economy, focused on industrial renewal and energy
TurkeyThiam may improve opposition chances in Ivory Coast
Former banker Tidjane Thiam has won a controversial leadership contest to head the largest opposition party
Ivory CoastLocal elections will do little for Turkey's Kurds
The Kurdish population in Turkey still face substantive political and social restrictions
TurkeyLegal battles may boost Ghazouani's grip in Mauritania
Former President Ould Abdel Aziz has been convicted on corruption charges
MauritaniaSudan’s oil infrastructure faces growing risks
Escalating conflict threatens to disrupt oil production and potentially even oil transit
SudanThe United States will balance North African ties
The US administration wants to avoid escalation elsewhere in the Arab world, as the Gaza war shows no signs of ending
North Africa
