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Mauritania faces drug market challenges amid efforts to restore public trust
Widespread concerns over counterfeit drugs, cross-border smuggling and limited compliance with medical prescriptions are fueling a crisis of confidence in Mauritania’s pharmaceutical sector, prompting some patients to seek medications through...

The reimagining of Africa’s place in the global financial system
When the U.S. Treasury transmits its annual report to Congress on the international financial institutions, few in Africa pause to read the fine print. These reports are often regarded as instruments of Washington policymaking, not as mirrors...
#5043 New Releases, August 2025
It's the latest, newest sounds to hit our earholes here at New Sounds for August 2025. Hear new music by the Chicago-based improvising trio of violist/composer Whitney Johnson, cellist/composer Lia Kohl, and violinist/composer Macie Stewart. Their...

Mauritania to open new border crossing connecting Morocco’s Smara to Bir Moghrein
Mauritania is preparing to open a new international border crossing that will link the Moroccan city of Smara to the northern Mauritanian town of Bir Moghrein through the Amgala region, local media reported. According to Mauritanian news outlet...

Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman talk 'The Roses', spoilers and RDJ's Avengers return
Breadcrumb Trail Links Celebrity Movies Longtime pals star in a remake of 1989's 'The War of the Roses' Get the latest from Mark Daniell straight to your inbox Sign Up Benedict Cumberbatch as Theo and Olivia Colman as Ivy in "The Roses." Photo by...

Arab media outlets widely cover peace declaration signed in Washington
Baku, August 14, AZERTAC Arab media outlets have widely covered the Joint Declaration signed between Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, witnessed by U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington. A number...

Algerian media criticize Mauritania for new border crossing with Morocco
Algerian media La Patrie, close to the Algerian regime, criticized Mauritania over the planned opening of a new international border crossing linking the Moroccan city of Smara to the northern Mauritanian town of Bir Moghrein via the Amagala...

CHAN 2024: Mauritania vs Burkina Faso: How to Watch & Predicted Score
Mauritania and Burkina Faso meet on in a make-or-break Group B contest at the TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) at Benjamin Mkapa National Stadium in Dar es Salaam. For both sides, the calculation is blunt: win and keep the...

Summary: Mauritania 1-0 Burkina Faso in African Nations Championship
End of match The match ends with the final score of Mauritania 1-0 Burkina Faso, the Mauritanian team takes the victory and the 3 points to place themselves in second place in Group B with 7 points, while Burkina will remain in fourth place, a...

Number of registered missing people surges 70% in five years: Red Cross
The increase is being driven by growing numbers of conflicts, mass migration and fading respect for the rules of war, the International Committee of the Red Cross said in a statement. "From Sudan to Ukraine, from Syria to Colombia, the trend is...

More pledges for Taifa Stars as Mauritania take on Burkina Faso
Dar es Salaam. Azam Media Limited has announced a significant reward package for the Taifa Stars as they compete in the African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024. The company will award the players Sh50 million if they win the CHAN title. In...

BeIN Sports: How to Watch English Premier League 2025/26 Football on TV in UAE, Saudi and Across MENA
The English Premier League returns for the 2025/26 season on Friday, August 15 when Liverpool take on Bournemouth at the iconic Anfield stadium. Liverpool, the most successful club in the history of English football, will be looking to repeat the...

How to watch Premier League 2025/26: live stream guide, TV channels and key dates
2025/26's Premier League live streams see Arne Slot leading Liverpool into the season as champions, with Man City, Arsenal, Chelsea and the rest all hoping to dethrone them. Below we have all the information on how to watch Premier League 2025/26...

TIME Announces TIME Africa
Today, global media company TIME (https://TIME.com/) announced TIME Africa, a new regional editorial expansion in collaboration with Global Venture Partners (GVP). TIME Africa will launch as a digital and live events platform, bringing TIME’s...

Newcastle v Atletico Madrid Live TV – Global channel listings on Saturday
Around the world, here are the channels you can watch Newcastle v Atletico Madrid Live TV. The global TV listings are featured below for local (to you) coverage on Saturday (4pm (UK) kick-off). The Newcastle United players looking to end their...

Newcastle v Espanyol Live TV – Global channel listings on Friday
Around the world, here are the channels you can watch Newcastle v Espanyol Live TV. The global TV listings are featured below for local (to you) coverage on Friday (7.30pm (UK) kick-off). The Newcastle United players looking to end their...

Where to watch Central African Republic vs. Mauritania today
Central African Republic will face Mauritania Saturday at 10 a.m. ET. Both look for their first win, which would increase their chances of making it to the African Nations Championships quarterfinals. How to watch: Fans in the USA can watch the...

DAZN acquires rights to US college football and basketball for Europe and MENA
DAZN has acquired live rights to a wide range of U.S. college football and basketball content through a multi-year sublicensing agreement with ESPN. From the 2025 season, fans across selected territories in Europe and the MENA region will be able...

Highlights and Goals Mauritania vs Tanzania in African Nations Championship (0-1)
End of the match: With a goal from Shomari Kapombe, Tanzania defeated Mauritania on Matchday 2 of the 2025 African Nations Championship. A GREAT RESULT! GOAAAAAAAAAALLL Tanzania 1-0 Mauritania Shomariiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii!!!!!!!!!!...

Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Acknowledges Media Champions for Driving Awareness...
Merck Foundation CEO announced call for application of 2025 Merck Foundation Media Recognition Awards in partnership with African First Ladies - apply now at submit@merck-foundation.com Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the...