Africa

Egypt: 31-year-old Emergency Laws Lifted in some Cases

Date: January 25th, 2012 |

In a manner of speaking, military rulers have lifted the 31-year-old emergency laws that gave police far-reaching powers. The emergency powers can still be used to combat crimes committed by “thugs,” a term that the military failed to define. Rights groups and pro-democracy activists in the country have already voiced disdain for the declaration’s ambiguity. [read more]

Cote d’Ivoire: Travel Warning due to Civil Unrest

Date: December 17th, 2011 |

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The U.S. State Department issued a travel warning citing the potential for civil unrest because several months of demonstrations have raised security concerns. Although the situation has recently stabilized, the Embassy continues to operate as a partially unaccompanied post, meaning minor dependents of Embassy workers are not permitted to travel with family members to or [read more]

Egypt: Copts Speaking out Against Military Rule

Date: October 17th, 2011 |

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Many Coptic Christians are speaking out against the military’s handling of the so-called transition to democracy after Egyptian troops killed at least 25 protesters in Cairo Oct. 9. Though the revolution is officially over, violence has still been an issue as rival religious sects compete for power. After the ousting of former president Hosni Mubarak [read more]

Mali: Travel Warning in North of Country

Date: October 8th, 2011 |

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The U.S. State Department is warning citizens about traveling to the small African nation, particularly in the northern parts of the country, because of kidnapping threats made against Westerners. Al-Qaida in the Maghreb, a region in northwest Africa spanning many countries, has stated its intent to attack Western targets. This, coupled with a recent military [read more]

Zambia: State Department Issues Travel Alert

Date: August 23rd, 2011 |

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The U.S. State Department issued a travel alert for citizens leading up to the September 20, 2011 presidential, parliamentary and local elections in Zambia. Potential for unrest and disruptions surrounding the elections is high, and those planning to travel to the country should monitor local news and remain aware of local conditions. The State Department [read more]

Nigeria: Christmas Bombing Sparks Fear of Religious War

Date: December 28th, 2011 |

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The Nigerian Islamist group Boko Haram, which is suspected of having ties to al-Qaeda, has claimed a series of Christmas day bombings that left more than 30 people dead as Christian leaders warn of escalating violence and the possibility of religious war. Nigeria is divided roughly along religious lines, with the north being predominantly Muslim [read more]

Algeria/Mali: Kidnapped Aid Workers said to be in Mali

Date: November 7th, 2011 |

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A Malian parliament member said that three aid workers kidnapped in Algeria more than a week ago are now in Mali, being held by a faction of al-Qaida in the Islamic Maghreb, or AQIM. Gunmen took the aid workers from a refugee camp. The governments of Algeria, Mauritania, Mali and other countries in the region [read more]

Tunisia: Travel Alert Regarding Possible Unrest

Date: October 17th, 2011 |

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The U.S. State Department has issued a travel alert regarding Tunisia because of the potential for unrest. Spontaneous events such as demonstrations still occur, and the nation is still operating under a state of emergency. The State Department advises all citizens currently in Tunisia to stay vigilant regarding personal security, and all travelers planning trips [read more]

Seychelles: Second Deadly Shark Attack in Same Area

Date: August 30th, 2011 |

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A second deadly shark attack within a month left a British honeymooner dead and the small island-nation distraught. The British citizen was snorkeling just 60 feet from the shore off Anse Lazio beach on the island of Praslin when he was attacked. Though he was brought to shore alive, rescuers could not save him. The [read more]

Egypt: Instability Persists

Date: July 12th, 2011 |

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Months after the revolution in Egypt, the situation in Cairo is still unstable. Clashes broke out at a Cairo courthouse after police officers accused of killing protesters were released on bail. This is the latest in growing tensions over the speed at which trials of those accused of using deadly force during the uprising is [read more]

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