The Latest Breaking News from North Africa

Weather mapped: Where temperatures could hit 27C in final blast of summer sun

A ‘heat dome’ pushing up from North Africa will bring a final spell of summer warmth, the Met Office said

The Independent UK · Sep 20

Algeria shifts towards English as French loses ground in schools

Primary school pupils in Algeria are in for a change this year when, for the first time, the national curriculum will focus on English over French. The move follows a general trend across former French colonies in North Africa that are now prioritising English.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 18

Roman man’s tribute to beloved pet cat and dog found in 1,800-year-old mosaic

Cat’s name likely hints at villa owner’s link to North Africa

The Independent UK · Sep 7

14 fossilised teeth found in Egypt’s ancient shark graveyard reveal five extinct species from the age of dinosaurs

Fossilised shark teeth from Egypt's Western Desert reveal prehistoric ocean life. Scientists discovered teeth from five extinct shark species in the Abu-Tartur Plateau region. These ancient predators inhabited warm tropical seas during the Late Cretaceous period. The findings expand the known record of shark diversity in North Africa. This discovery…

The Times of India · Aug 26

Global trade shake-up reaches fashion as Zara supplier Pearl Global eyes Africa market

Pearl Global eyes North Africa and Jordan for manufacturing expansion. This move aims to serve European customers and diversify production bases. The company is reducing its reliance on the United States market. Other Indian garment exporters are also increasing African production. Pearl Global anticipates significant revenue growth in the coming…

The Economic Times · Aug 25

In 4000 BCE, a lake Mega Chad larger than all five Great Lakes covered roughly 360,000 sq km of what is now the Sahara. 6,000 years later, only a tiny fraction, well under 1%, of that ancient lake remains

Thousands of years ago, a vast lake covered an enormous area of what is now the southern Sahara. Known as Palaeolake Mega-Chad, the ancient lake may have reached roughly 360,000 square kilometres, with some estimates exceeding 400,000 square kilometres. Its existence was made possible by the wetter conditions of North…

The Economic Times · Aug 17

More young people unemployed worldwide amid looming AI risks, UN labour agency says

Global youth unemployment increased in 2025, reversing pandemic recovery trends. Young people worldwide now face a worsening job market and fewer opportunities. The Arab States and North Africa experienced the highest youth unemployment rates. Middle-skilled jobs are declining, impacting young workers with secondary education. Artificial intelligence poses further risks to…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

Where and when to see the Aug. 12 solar eclipse — exact times for North America and Europe

Here's exactly when and where to watch the Aug. 12, 2026 solar eclipse in Europe, North America and North Africa.

LiveScience · Aug 8

EU should use leverage with Morocco after Ceuta crossings, EU migration chief says

The European Union seeks Morocco's cooperation on migration issues using policy tools. Recent large migrant movements into Ceuta highlight the need for neighborly collaboration. The EU relies on agreements with North African nations for border control and returns. Morocco defends its efforts, stating it prevented many irregular crossings and dismantled…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

Ceuta migrant influx reignites immigration divisions in Europe

The arrival of 60,000 people into the Spanish North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco last week has created serious tensions within the EU over immigration. Spain has called for a meeting of EU interior ministers which is due to take place Tuesday.

France 24 · Aug 3