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North Africa.
northernmost region of the African continent
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Riots and looting in France are fueled by assimilation issues from North Africa, with commentary from Thomas Piketty.Some support5 reports1 development inside
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Partnerships in North Africa are facilitating migration journeys into Europe, with France involved in the strategy.Some support1 report1 development inside
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France opened borders to North African immigrants, leading to political effects in the Middle East and Iranian monitoring.Some support1 report
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Azerbaijan, representing the region, shares concerns about climate impacts and hosts the Baku Climate Week.Well supported13 reports5 developments inside
Earlier this month
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Russian barrels are displacing competition in the European complex, attracting buyers in North Africa.Some support1 report
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A convoy departed from Norfolk harbor and met leaders traveling to North Africa.Some support1 report
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Russian strikes, food price rises, and grain export issues are impacting global food security.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Airlines are launching new winter travel routes connecting Europe and North Africa.Some support1 report
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Migrants are crossing from North Africa into Italy, while SMH shifts activities to the Valencia coast.Some support1 report
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Lloyd's Register Foundation and Gallup revealed disaster resilience gains across various African regions.Some support2 reports
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Atlas bears across North African regions are experiencing decline due to hunting and habitat loss.Some support1 report
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Energy cooperation signing held in Riyadh focusing on regional climate action and clean cooking solutions.Some support2 reports
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EFF advocated for digital freedoms across the Middle East and North Africa.Some support1 report
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The MENA Regenerative Agriculture Venture Programme is addressing agricultural challenges across the Middle East and North Africa.Some support1 report
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Moaf expanded its regional business operations across Turkey, North Africa, and the Middle East, and founded Rastad.Some support1 report
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The influence of immigrant roots originating from North Africa and the Middle East is being observed in German voting patterns.Some support3 reports
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South Africa compared to Middle East's response, and South Africa compared to North Africa's response.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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A U.S. embassy uncovered a birth tourism network, leading the State Department to revoke visas in Europe, North Africa, and Africa.Some support2 reports
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Rubio leads crackdown on birthright citizenship scams, while institutes monitor birth tourism networks operating in North Africa.Well supported4 reports
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A war against pirates is being fought in the North Africa region.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Allied forces are on the run in North Africa, with the story written by Garth Ennis and artwork provided by Colin Wilson.Some support1 report
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SLB is navigating mixed signals, balancing potential benefits from MENA spending and Trump-era tariffs against operational challenges in Saudi Arabia.Speculative1 report1 development inside
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Non-native species have been discovered in the area of Cheshire.Some support1 report
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A World Economic Forum survey is underway, gathering input from various nations across different continents including Central Asia, Europe, and Africa.Some support1 report
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A trend of state-subsidized hospitality networks and migration flows is being observed between Europe and North Africa.Some support1 report
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easyJet operates flights connecting Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa, based out of London Luton Airport.Some support1 report
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Andrew Scott advises on weather challenges for a European invasion, comparing regional weather patterns.Some support1 report
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Shaza Hotels unveiled its international expansion strategy at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai, targeting Turkey, Central Asia, and North Africa.Some support1 report
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Morocco, North Africa, and the Sahel are forming a transit hub for the drug trade.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Underbanked communities have been identified in Latin America, the Middle East, and North Africa.Some support1 report
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The European Border and Coast Guard Agency is involved in a rescue operation in the waters south of Gavdos, which are a known route from North Africa.Some support5 reports2 developments inside
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Research is focusing on jihadist groups operating within North Africa.Some support1 report
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Energy production assets are located in both North Africa and Europe.Some support1 report
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Climate change is intensifying heatwaves across Europe, affecting wine regions like Bordeaux due to warm air from North Africa.Well supported3 reports5 developments inside
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A port in Thunder Bay is successfully shipping grain and potash to destinations in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, supported by government investments.Some support1 report
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Close ties exist in trade, energy, and investments between West Asia and North Africa.Some support16 reports
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Design competitions listed in California feature projects from Vancouver, Middle East, and North Africa.Some support1 report
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Conservation efforts are underway regarding the shared range of white-headed ducks involving entities across Europe, Central Asia, and North Africa.Some support1 report
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Russian automotive exports are targeting various markets across the Middle East, Central Asia, North Africa, Southeast Asia, and Latin America.Some support2 reports
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OpenAI is expanding its ad services into European, Middle Eastern, and North African markets, leveraging India as a key market.Some support4 reports
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Wildfires are affecting northern provinces of North Africa, prompting concern from the African Union Commission regarding Algeria.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Exploration and production activities were reported across Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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MOL, operating under the Slovnaft brand, is conducting upstream exploration and production activities in North Africa, the Middle East, and Central/Eastern Europe.Some support1 report
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Researchers conducted a study in North Africa involving Cairo University.Some support1 report
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An international study found that desertification is increasing dust transport from North Africa, leading to significant dust increases in Italy and Europe.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Air masses and Saharan dust originating in North Africa are currently impacting weather patterns in Sardinia, Italy, and the broader European continent.Some support1 report
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Egypt, as a major economy in North Africa, is facing severe fiscal challenges and has partnered on a capacity building workshop concerning taxation.Some support1 report
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Potential trade links between the Roman Republic and North Africa via amphorae.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A potential regional hub is being established involving the Middle East, Qatar, and North Africa, exploring trade and investment ties, including the distribution of Brazilian food products.Some support1 report
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Migrants are traveling from North Africa to Italy.Some support1 report
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A university is concerned about studies focusing on the Middle East and North Africa, amid the ongoing war between Israel and Palestine.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Asyad Shipping operates from Muscat, serving markets across North Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.Some support2 reports
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The U.S. State Department confirmed the location of an embassy in North Africa, serving national security interests under Trump's administration.Some support43 reports1 development inside
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Grain shortages affect markets across Europe and North Africa due to the combined impact of geopolitical conflict and the closure of the Strait.Some support2 reports4 developments inside
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A project named after Archimedes' principle is underway, targeting firms in the Middle East and North Africa.Some support2 reports
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Refugee flows from North Africa and Middle East into Europe, migration into the U.S. from Central America, and new climate model findings published by the NYT.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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MTN Group is providing mobile telecommunications services across Central Africa, East Africa, North Africa, and the Middle East.Some support1 report
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APAC and MENA regions trade US securities during their day.Some support1 report
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North Africa and Maghreb are vulnerable to climate change impacts and drought.Some support1 report
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A company, Anghami Inc., maintains headquarters in New York State and operates from an office in Abu Dhabi, serving the Middle East and North Africa.Some support1 report
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What's reaching North Africa
Events traced to North Africa, step by step, newest first- El Nino could bring severe storms and droughts to North AfricaSevere storms and droughts could impact North Africa due to El NinoAlready happening
- Desertification may increase resource strain in North AfricaDesertification could increase resource strain and population pressure in North AfricaPossible
Explainers that pass through North Africa
North Africa is a step on the way to someone else- Extreme heatwave may trigger red warnings across EnglandExtreme heatwave may trigger red weather warnings and strain infrastructure in EnglandAlready happening
- Met Office issues red warnings as heatwave threatens UK recordsMet Office issues rare red warnings as heatwave threatens UK temperature recordsLikely
- Grain export disruption may raise import costs for EgyptGrain export disruption may raise import costs and supply risk for EgyptPossible
Around North Africa this week
News at the entities that move North Africa most-
International Monetary Fund OperationalBurgan Bank participated in the IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings in Bangkok, supporting Kuwait's long-term ambitions.Moves North Africa
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Stephen Doughty StructuralA joint working group reviews bilateral cooperation between Oman and the UK, involving UK officials Stephen Doughty and Liane Saunders.Moves North Africa
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Earth StructuralA 2021 study suggests that estimates regarding carbon storage capacity may be overestimated.Moves North Africa
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El Nino Shared contextEl Nino drought conditions in Telangana are causing coal mines to be distant from thermal projects, affecting water diversion and energy prices.Moves North Africa
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Thunder Bay TransactionalShuniah mayor and Fort William First Nation are involved in the Thunder Bay election.Moves North Africa
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White House OperationalArchbishop Jeffrey Grob met with President Donald Trump at the White House while writing from the Dominican Republic.Moves North Africa
Connections
The 40 strongest of 209, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Stephen Doughty Structural
Stephen Doughty serves as the appointed minister responsible for the geopolitical region of North Africa.
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United States Department of State Structural
The US Department of State maintains a functional presence in North Africa through diplomatic missions and visa policy.
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Europe Operational
North Africa actively influences Europe through climate phenomena (heat, dust) and migration flows, leading to shared vulnerabilities.
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Spain Operational
Air masses originating in North Africa are documented to supply hot, dry air that influences and fuels weather events, including heatwaves, over Spain.
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Caribbean Operational
Atmospheric conditions and Saharan dust originating in North Africa actively influence and suppress tropical development in the Caribbean.
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Earth Structural
North Africa is a geographical region whose existence and activities are dependent on the larger system of Earth.
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International Monetary Fund Operational
The IMF actively monitors, forecasts, and engages with the North Africa region through economic analysis and policy meetings.
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Italy Operational
The relationship involves active flows of migrants and environmental factors from North Africa to Italy, alongside Italy's strategic security focus on the region.
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El Nino Shared context
El Nino is causally linked to adverse conditions, specifically droughts, within the region of North Africa.
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Greece Shared context
The observed pattern is that migrant routes originate in North Africa before reaching the waters monitored by Greece.
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Middle East Operational
The regions are coupled through shared geopolitical instability, economic challenges, and regional collaborative efforts.
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Thunder Bay Transactional
Thunder Bay functions as the port through which grain and potash are shipped to markets in North Africa.
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company Operational
The company conducts business operations, specifically involving energy assets, within the geographical boundaries of North Africa.
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Şişecam Operational
Şişecam operates as a leading glass supplier within the North Africa market.
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White House Operational
US executive branch actions, specifically regarding visa holders, functionally impact the geopolitical region of North Africa.
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Istanbul Operational
Istanbul serves as a connection point to North African markets.
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Public Investment Fund Operational
The Public Investment Fund provides financial guarantees and operational support for companies operating within the North Africa region.
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main development region Structural
The regions are functionally linked by the movement of Saharan dust, which carries mineral matter between them.
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England Operational
North Africa influences England through the movement and surging of heat plumes.
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OpenAI Operational
OpenAI is expanding its advertising services and business operations into the markets of North Africa.
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Roman Republic Transactional
The relationship is characterized by potential trade links between the Roman Republic and North Africa, facilitated by the use of amphorae.
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South Africa Operational
South Africa and North Africa are linked by shared geopolitical challenges, particularly migration patterns and youth crises.
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Ankara Operational
Türkiye (Ankara) is actively seeking strategic integration with North Africa.
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Michigan Shared context
The two entities are linked by the physical phenomenon of dust travel, where the region of North Africa influences the state of Michigan.
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Home Office Shared context
The Home Office provides taxpayer-funded benefits to new arrivals originating from North Africa.
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Wizz Air Shared context
Wizz Air operates flights connecting Europe to North Africa, defining its geographical service area.
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Latin America Shared context
Both regions share the characteristic of hosting underbanked communities.
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Aliko Dangote Operational
Aliko Dangote is actively seeking business connections and opportunities within the North Africa region.
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Fresenius Kabi Transactional
Fresenius Kabi has made a business decision to exclude North Africa from its commercialization rights.
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Royal Air Force Shared context
The Royal Air Force operates within the geopolitical context of North Africa as part of allied forces.
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Ronald Lamola Shared context
Ronald Lamola has discussed migration issues related to North Africa.
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HSBC Shared context
HSBC operates as a company within the geopolitical context of North Africa through various partnerships and initiatives.
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Apac Shared context
Apac and North Africa are noted as regions participating in the global US securities market.
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Azerbaijan Mentioned together
The entities are co-mentioned in the context of shared global climate impact concerns.
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Caldwell Shared context
Caldwell operates professionally within the geographic and market context of North Africa while advising clients.
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Committee to Protect Journalists Shared context
CPJ focuses its documentation programs on events occurring in the North Africa region.
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Argentina Transactional
North African countries are seeking grain supplies from Argentina as an alternative to Ukrainian grain.
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West Africa Mentioned together
Both North Africa and West Africa are noted as regions spanned by Tijjaniyya networks.
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Interpol Operational
North Africa and Interpol engage in coordinated transnational border security operations.
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United Arab Emirates Shared context
The United Arab Emirates participates in regional ministerial meetings related to the North Africa region.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
12 events- Riots and looting in France are fueled by assimilation issues from North Africa, with commentary from Thomas Piketty.
- France opened borders to North African immigrants, leading to political effects in the Middle East and Iranian monitoring.
- Russian barrels are displacing competition in the European complex, attracting buyers in North Africa.
- A convoy departed from Norfolk harbor and met leaders traveling to North Africa.
- Airlines are launching new winter travel routes connecting Europe and North Africa.
- Migrants are crossing from North Africa into Italy, while SMH shifts activities to the Valencia coast.
- Lloyd's Register Foundation and Gallup revealed disaster resilience gains across various African regions.
- Atlas bears across North African regions are experiencing decline due to hunting and habitat loss.
- Energy cooperation signing held in Riyadh focusing on regional climate action and clean cooking solutions.
- EFF advocated for digital freedoms across the Middle East and North Africa.
- The MENA Regenerative Agriculture Venture Programme is addressing agricultural challenges across the Middle East and North Africa.
- Moaf expanded its regional business operations across Turkey, North Africa, and the Middle East, and founded Rastad.
September 2026
18 events- Azerbaijan, representing the region, shares concerns about climate impacts and hosts the Baku Climate Week.
- The influence of immigrant roots originating from North Africa and the Middle East is being observed in German voting patterns.
- A war against pirates is being fought in the North Africa region.
- Allied forces are on the run in North Africa, with the story written by Garth Ennis and artwork provided by Colin Wilson.
- Non-native species have been discovered in the area of Cheshire.
- A World Economic Forum survey is underway, gathering input from various nations across different continents including Central Asia, Europe, and Africa.
- A trend of state-subsidized hospitality networks and migration flows is being observed between Europe and North Africa.
- easyJet operates flights connecting Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa, based out of London Luton Airport.
- Andrew Scott advises on weather challenges for a European invasion, comparing regional weather patterns.
- Shaza Hotels unveiled its international expansion strategy at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai, targeting Turkey, Central Asia, and North Africa.
- Underbanked communities have been identified in Latin America, the Middle East, and North Africa.
- The European Border and Coast Guard Agency is involved in a rescue operation in the waters south of Gavdos, which are a known route from North Africa.
- Research is focusing on jihadist groups operating within North Africa.
- Energy production assets are located in both North Africa and Europe.
- A port in Thunder Bay is successfully shipping grain and potash to destinations in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, supported by government investments.
- Close ties exist in trade, energy, and investments between West Asia and North Africa.
- Design competitions listed in California feature projects from Vancouver, Middle East, and North Africa.
- Conservation efforts are underway regarding the shared range of white-headed ducks involving entities across Europe, Central Asia, and North Africa.
August 2026
18 events- Russian strikes, food price rises, and grain export issues are impacting global food security.
- Russian automotive exports are targeting various markets across the Middle East, Central Asia, North Africa, Southeast Asia, and Latin America.
- OpenAI is expanding its ad services into European, Middle Eastern, and North African markets, leveraging India as a key market.
- Wildfires are affecting northern provinces of North Africa, prompting concern from the African Union Commission regarding Algeria.
- MOL, operating under the Slovnaft brand, is conducting upstream exploration and production activities in North Africa, the Middle East, and Central/Eastern Europe.
- Researchers conducted a study in North Africa involving Cairo University.
- Air masses and Saharan dust originating in North Africa are currently impacting weather patterns in Sardinia, Italy, and the broader European continent.
- Egypt, as a major economy in North Africa, is facing severe fiscal challenges and has partnered on a capacity building workshop concerning taxation.
- Potential trade links between the Roman Republic and North Africa via amphorae.
- A potential regional hub is being established involving the Middle East, Qatar, and North Africa, exploring trade and investment ties, including the distribution of Brazilian food products.
- Migrants are traveling from North Africa to Italy.
- Asyad Shipping operates from Muscat, serving markets across North Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.
- The U.S. State Department confirmed the location of an embassy in North Africa, serving national security interests under Trump's administration.
- A project named after Archimedes' principle is underway, targeting firms in the Middle East and North Africa.
- MTN Group is providing mobile telecommunications services across Central Africa, East Africa, North Africa, and the Middle East.
- APAC and MENA regions trade US securities during their day.
- North Africa and Maghreb are vulnerable to climate change impacts and drought.
- A company, Anghami Inc., maintains headquarters in New York State and operates from an office in Abu Dhabi, serving the Middle East and North Africa.
Show 2 earlier months
July 2026
5 events- Partnerships in North Africa are facilitating migration journeys into Europe, with France involved in the strategy.
- South Africa compared to Middle East's response, and South Africa compared to North Africa's response.
- An international study found that desertification is increasing dust transport from North Africa, leading to significant dust increases in Italy and Europe.
- A university is concerned about studies focusing on the Middle East and North Africa, amid the ongoing war between Israel and Palestine.
- Grain shortages affect markets across Europe and North Africa due to the combined impact of geopolitical conflict and the closure of the Strait.
June 2026
7 events- A U.S. embassy uncovered a birth tourism network, leading the State Department to revoke visas in Europe, North Africa, and Africa.
- Rubio leads crackdown on birthright citizenship scams, while institutes monitor birth tourism networks operating in North Africa.
- SLB is navigating mixed signals, balancing potential benefits from MENA spending and Trump-era tariffs against operational challenges in Saudi Arabia.
- Morocco, North Africa, and the Sahel are forming a transit hub for the drug trade.
- Climate change is intensifying heatwaves across Europe, affecting wine regions like Bordeaux due to warm air from North Africa.
- Exploration and production activities were reported across Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa.
- Refugee flows from North Africa and Middle East into Europe, migration into the U.S. from Central America, and new climate model findings published by the NYT.