Libya
Thu, 16 Dec 2021 08:47:01 GMTExposed - the Brutal Libyan Detention Centres That Keep African Migrants Out of Europe
[Daily Maverick] Tired of migrants arriving from Africa, the EU has created a shadow immigration system that captures them before they reach its shores, and sends them to brutal Libyan detention centres run by militias.
Tue, 14 Dec 2021 10:02:15 GMTNigeria's Oil Production Stages Recovery, Overtakes Libya
[This Day] Abuja -- Nigeria has regained its top position among crude oil producing countries in Africa with crude oil production averaging 1.27 million barrels per day in November, according to the latest monthly report from the Organisation of Petr...
Sun, 12 Dec 2021 18:09:29 GMTUN Condemns Forced Expulsions of Asylum Seekers From Libya
[VOA] Geneva -- The United Nations' Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights is condemning the forced expulsion of asylum seekers and migrants by Libyan authorities, warning of the risks many face when returned to the homes they fled to escap...
Sat, 11 Dec 2021 07:44:40 GMTUN Raises Alarm Over 'Continuing' Expulsions of Asylum Seekers From Libya
[UN News] Asylum-seekers and other migrants continue to be forcefully expelled fromLibya, raising concerns at the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR).
Thu, 09 Dec 2021 04:38:20 GMT180 Stranded Nigerians Return From Libya
[Daily Trust] Another batch of 180 stranded Nigerians from Libya has arrived at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has disclosed.
Tue, 07 Dec 2021 08:10:24 GMTTrade Minister Probes With Libyan Counterpart Economic Relations
[Egypt Online] Minister of Trade and Industry Nivene Gamea has hailed the strategic relations binding Egypt and Libya, describing them as brotherly and strategic based on long periods of understanding at all levels.
Sat, 04 Dec 2021 15:25:09 GMTCourt Reinstates Gadhafi's Son as Election Candidate
[DW] Seif al-Islam al-Gadhafi has said he wants to restore Libya's "lost unity." The son of late strongman leader Moammar Gadhafi had previously been barred from presidential elections slated for December.
Fri, 03 Dec 2021 04:55:39 GMTLibya Needs More Than a Vote
[Chatham House] The international community must ensure a clear and workable election process if Libya is to achieve stability, argue Tim Eaton and Tarek Megerisi
Mon, 29 Nov 2021 06:24:44 GMTGunmen Attack Court, Blocking Gaddafi Son's Appeal to Run for President
[RFI] Libya's unity government has condemned an attack on a court which prevented Saif al-Islam Kadhafi from lodging an appeal against disqualification from December's presidential election.
Mon, 06 Dec 2021 07:58:09 GMT32 Somali Migrants Assisted to Return Safely From Libya
[Dalsan Radio] The International Organization for Migration (IOM), through its Voluntary Humanitarian Return (VHR) programme, facilitated the safe return of 32 Somali migrants in November 2021.
Sat, 27 Nov 2021 07:17:49 GMTGaddafi's Bid for President Questions the ICC's Influence
[ISS] Saif al-Islam Gaddafi's ambitions in Libya may not materialise, but his move shows the international court's limits.
Thu, 25 Nov 2021 05:28:41 GMTSeif Al-Islam Gaddafi Deemed Ineligible for Presidency Race
[DW] Libyan dictator Moammar Gadhafi son's hopes of running for president are dashed, as the country's electoral commission disqualifies him.
Fri, 26 Nov 2021 08:36:51 GMT98 Candidates Apply for Libya's Presidential Election
[Ghanaian Times] A total of 98 candidates, including two females, have submitted applications for the first direct presidential election in Libya as the application ended on Tuesday.
Thu, 25 Nov 2021 06:38:51 GMTLibya At 'Delicate and Critical Juncture' Ahead of Landmark Elections - UN Envoy
[UN News] With one month left until elections in Libya, it is important that the international community remains united in support of the process, UN Special Envoy Ján Kubis told the Security Council on Wednesday.
Thu, 25 Nov 2021 06:27:03 GMTIOM, Govt Evacuate Another 330 Stranded Nigerians From Libya
[Premium Times] "Some of the returnees were in Libya's detention centres for immigration offences while others were either rescued victims of human trafficking or irregular migrants on voluntary return."
Thu, 25 Nov 2021 06:47:32 GMTUN Security Council Threatens Sanctions Against Libya Election Spoilers
[VOA] New York -- The U.N. Security Council threatened sanctions Wednesday against spoilers in Libya's presidential and parliamentary elections scheduled for December 24.
Thu, 25 Nov 2021 08:47:24 GMTFirst Edition of 'Made in Libya' Exhibition Kicks-Off
[Tunis Afrique Presse] Tunis/Tunisia -- The first edition of the "Made in Libya" exhibition kicked-off on Wednesday at the Kram exhibition centre, with the participation of 150 companies.
Wed, 24 Nov 2021 12:58:36 GMTLibya Energy Summit - There Is Need for More Intra-African Collaboration - Sahara Group
[Premium Times] 'Ensuring the security of lives and properties, would enhance investment within the continent and also boost foreign direct investments needed to transform Africa's expansive oil and gas sector."
Wed, 24 Nov 2021 09:01:08 GMTSisi - Egypt's Primary Goal Is to Achieve Peace, Security in Libya
[Egypt Online] President Abdel Fattah El Sisi said Egypt's primary goal is to "achieve peace and security for brothers in Libya, as well as to activate the free will of its people".
Tue, 23 Nov 2021 05:30:58 GMTMemories of Kenyan Elders' Visit to Libya Just Before Gaddafi's Death
[Nation] A traditional leader who was part of the 100-strong Kenyan delegation that visited former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi in 2011 before the strongman died has broken his 10-year silence.
Mon, 22 Nov 2021 12:08:37 GMTFirst Edition of Made in Libya Business Fair Next November 23-27 in Tunis
[Tunis Afrique Presse] Tunis/Tunisia -- The first edition of Tunisian-Libyan business fair Made in Libya is slated to be held in Tunis next November 23-27, the Ministry of Industry, Mines and Energy said on Friday.
Wed, 17 Nov 2021 07:32:01 GMT95 Libya Returnees Arrive Nigeria
[Vanguard] Lagos -- Another batch of 95 Nigerians, who were stranded in Libya, have arrived Nigeria under the Assisted Voluntary Programme.
Wed, 17 Nov 2021 08:30:15 GMTLibya's Eastern Commander Haftar Announces Election Bid
[Tunis Afrique Presse] Benghazi /Libya -- Eastern commander Khalifa Haftar will run in Libya's presidential elections due next month, he announced in a televised speech on Tuesday.
Mon, 15 Nov 2021 05:18:21 GMTMuammar Gaddafi's Son Registers to Run for President
[RFI] Seif al-Islam Kadhafi, son of slain Libyan dictator Moamer Kadhafi, has registered to run in December presidential polls seen as crucial to helping the country turn a page on a decade of conflict.
Thu, 18 Nov 2021 06:37:27 GMTAngola Draw With Libya in Final World Cup Qualifier
[ANGOP] Luanda -- Angola drew 1-1 with Libya in the last round of Group F of the 2022 Qatar World Cup qualifier to end in the fourth and last position of the group with five points.
Mon, 15 Nov 2021 08:13:47 GMTTunisia's Role in Libya's Crisis Has Been Effective and Vital, Says Libyan Foreign Minister
[Tunis Afrique Presse] /Narjes Bdira) -- The role of Tunisia in the Libyan crisis has been "effective and vital," Libyan Foreign Minister Najla Mangoush said Saturday in Paris.
Mon, 15 Nov 2021 08:06:00 GMTSisi Back Home After Attending Paris Conf. On Libya
[Egypt Online] President Abdel Fattah El Sisi returned home on Saturday 13/11/2021, wrapping up a visit to France during which he attended the Paris international conference on Libya.
Mon, 15 Nov 2021 09:24:00 GMTSpox - Egypt's Position On Activating Free Will of Libyan People Was Clear Since Crisis Began
[Egypt Online] Egypt's position on the Libyan crisis was clear from its beginning, which is the necessity of activating the free will of the Libyan people through holding election, presidential spokesman Bassam Radi said on Friday 12/11/2021.
Mon, 15 Nov 2021 09:23:36 GMTParis Conference Presses for Holding Libyan Elections As Scheduled, Creating Reconciliation Commission
[Egypt Online] The final communique of the Paris International Conference on Libya has called for holding the election in the North African country as scheduled on December 24.
Mon, 15 Nov 2021 09:13:28 GMTJerandi, UN's Kubiš Discuss Ways to Support Political Process in Libya
[Tunis Afrique Presse] Tunis/Tunisia -- Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians abroad Othman Jerandi met on Friday in Paris with Special Envoy of the united Nations Secretary-General for Libya Ján Kubis.