The incumbent president of Algeria, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, was overwhelmingly re-elected on September 8, 2024, with 94.65% of the vote.Helped by the windfall of natural gas, of which Algeria is Africa's leading exporter, Mr Tebboune has promised to increase pensions and salaries, create 450,000 jobs and housing, and make Algeria 'the second largest economy in Africa'.This second term is expected to be crucial for the country's political and economic stability.Source: Africa News Agency
Nigeria Confirms Withdrawal of US Troops Amid Ongoing Security Challenges
Nigeria: Nigeria has confirmed that approximately 200 US troops, who were deployed to bolster its fight against armed groups, will commence their withdrawal from the West African nation. The majority of these troops are expected to depart by the end o…