Egypt imports most of its wheat from Russia and Ukraine, and is looking for alternative suppliers. And Tunisia was struggling to pay for grain imports even before the conflict.
Tag: Africa
African Countries Gaining Control of Covid Vaccine Supplies
Since January, the countries have been able to request the Covid vaccines they need from the W.H.O. directly, and in what quantity and when.
The U.S. Increases Vaccine Aid to 11 African Countries
The U.S. government said it would provide “intensive financial, technical and diplomatic support” to African countries that have recently shown the capacity to hasten vaccine uptake.
African and European Leaders Meet Against Backdrop of Enduring Problems
A top-level meeting of all E.U. leaders and 40 African counterparts aims to reset the relationship as a partnership of equals. But migration and vaccine equity remain obstacles.
Amid Coups and Covid, Africa Focuses on What’s Most Important: Soccer
Many countries competing in the Africa Cup of Nations are enduring security, economic and political crises, but the tournament offers visions of unity, solidarity and joy.
Africa Cup of Nations: Soccer Tournament Offers Joy Amid Coups and Covid
Many countries competing in the Africa Cup of Nations are enduring security, economic and political crises, but the tournament has brought delight and solidarity.
Rescuers in Morocco Race to Save 5-Year-Old Stuck in Well for Days
People in the region were glued to the rescue effort on television and online, eager for some good news at a time when many have been buffeted by Covid pandemic gloom.
Food Prices Approach Record Highs, Threatening the World’s Poorest
The prices have climbed to their highest level since 2011, according to a U.N. index. It could cause social unrest “on a widespread scale,” one expert said.
President of Guinea-Bissau Reasserts Control After Fears of Another Coup in Africa
Military leaders have taken power in five African countries in the last 18 months, but Guinea-Bissau — a small coastal nation no stranger to coups — appears to have just staved one off.
As Waste Rises in Senegal, So Does Plastic Recycling
Plagued by plastic pollution, Senegal wants to replace pickers at the garbage dump with a formal recycling system that takes advantage of the new market for plastics.