The reintegration of displaced Syrians into their original communities after years of forced displacement poses a strategic challenge for the Syrian government, as it seeks to demonstrate its ability to address the lasting damage of prolonged suffering and forced exile.

Authorities in Mauritania are once again under growing criticism over slavery, with activists accusing the government of failing to tackle the problem while using the courts and security forces to target campaigners fighting for emancipation.

Amid Libya’s political fragmentation and security breakdown, migrants and refugees have been left exposed to grave dangers, with their safety and basic rights under constant threat.

Senegalese artists, intellectuals, and civil society are intensifying popular pressure to cut ties with “Israel” over Gaza, as Senegal maintains its diplomatic support for Palestinian rights at the UN.

Weeks after the first cases appeared, medical officials in Gaza issued urgent warnings about a mysterious virus of unknown origin that has been linked to near daily deaths in recent weeks, fueling fears of an uncontrolled outbreak.