By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Mosaïque FM
Drug seizures are increasing in Tunisia, while the authorities stress international cooperation to combat trafficking networks. Mohamed Ali Chaïbi, head of the anti-drug unit of the El Gorjani judicial police, notably cites coordination with neighbouring countries, according to his statements.
Tunisian police used tear gas in Ettadhamen to disperse protesters after the death of a man detained on suspicion of drug trafficking. Clashes also broke out in Jebeniana and Agareb, while relatives accused security forces and media reported he may have swallowed drugs.
🇹🇳 Tunisia · Source: Sabcnews ·
The Chedli Klibi City of Culture and the Carthage Musical Days (JMC) have joined the Silk Road Arts Festivals Network. Tunisia’s Ministry of Cultural Affairs describes the joint membership as strengthening international cultural cooperation, alongside other Tunisian festivals already in the network.
🇹🇳 Tunisia · Source: Lapresse ·
A Chinese national was arrested at Ivato Airport in Madagascar while attempting to board with 2.85 kilograms of gold. Malagasy Prime Minister Mamitiana Rajaonarison called for an investigation targeting all those responsible and promised to dismantle trafficking networks, according to L’Express.
🇲🇬 Madagascar · Source: Lexpress ·
Tunisian Mohamed Khalil Jendoubi won gold in the under-68kg category at the Qatar International Taekwondo Open after four victories. Fellow Tunisian Moataz Ifaoui also won in the over-87kg category, according to the Tunisian Taekwondo Federation, which is preparing for the African Taekwondo Union President’s Cup in Congo.
🇹🇳 Tunisia · Source: Lapresse ·
Tunisia and UK prepare fourth partnership councilTunisia and the United Kingdom want to strengthen cooperation in trade, investment, tourism, agriculture, education and security. Tunisian Secretary of State Mohamed Ben Ayed and British ambassador Roderick Drummond also prepared the fourth session of the Tunisian-British Partnership Council, according to a statement from Tunisia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Bourita and Lavrov discuss UN vote on the SaharaMoroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita and his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov spoke by telephone about the expected Security Council vote on the Sahara. Rabat is seeking to clarify Moscow’s position as a permanent UN member, according to LeBrief.The week in Africa
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