DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania (AP) — Borussia Dortmund star Serhou Guirassy will miss the Africa Cup of Nations next year after Tanzania upset Guinea 1-0 to qualify at the visitors’ expense on Tuesday. Botswana and Mozambique grabbed the last qualification places to complete the lineup for the 24-team tournament in Morocco. Botswana ended its 12-year wait for its second Africa Cup appearance with a 1-1 draw against already-qualified Egypt. It lifted Tanzania into second place — one point ahead of Guinea — to qualify as runner-up behind group winner Congo. Comoros, Zambia, Mali, and Zimbabwe secured their qualification Friday, while Nigeria, Tunisia, South Africa, Uganda, Equatorial Guinea and Gabon clinched their spots on Thursday.

His Office is also expanding its collaboration with national authorities to pursue accountability for crimes against migrants in Libya. Several delegates, including Ecuador's representative, underscored the need to provide the Office of the Prosecutor with sufficient financial support. Still, other delegations voiced scepticism about the Court's work on Libya, with the Russian Federation's delegate also taking aim at the Prosecutor himself. The Libyan judiciary is committed to guaranteeing a fair and honest trial to all suspects regardless of how long it takes. The crimes committed are not subject to the statute of limitations according to the Libyan penal code.

Steve Mounie fights for the ball with Faisal Saleh during the CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualification match between Benin and Libya. Benin captain speaks on LibyaSpeaking in an interview as captured by media outlet, Joueurs Béninois, Mounie, torn between immense joy and deep frustration, shared his thoughts:"It wasn't easy. This Libyan team, this country, and its supporters disrespected us from the very start of the match. However, the aftermath of the qualification clash took a sour turn as Benin coach Gernot Rohr was punched by a Libyan police officer. Libya blames NigeriaLegit.ng in another report detailed that the Libyan team has blamed Nigeria for their failure to qualify for the AFCON tournament.

The Central Bank of Libya (CBL) announced today that its state National Switch operator, Moamalat Financial Services Company, will be reducing commissions imposed on the use of bank cards at points of sale (POS) to 1 and 1.5 percent from 3.75 percent. The announcement came after CBL Governor Naji Issa met today with officials of Moamalat Financial Services Company, in the presence of the directors of the concerned departments of the CBL, where they discussed the POS commission reduction. Possible further POS commission reduction? The CBL said these steps come within the framework of its plan to further develop electronic services. Tadawul and Moamalat services to be used interchangeably by customersIt will be recalled that only yesterday the CBL finally allowed the private sector Tadawul Tech, one of Libya’s largest electronic payment providers, to interface its e-payment acceptance network with the state National Switch, Moamalat Financial Services Company.

Sulphur — primarily extracted as a by-product of oil refining in the Sirte Basin — further diversifies Libya's mineral portfolio. The oil sector is central to the economy, contributing around 40% of GDP and 95% of export revenues. Major international companies investing in Libya's oil and gas industry include Eni (Italy), TotalEnergies (France), BP (UK), and Chevron (US). Moreover, Libya's mining sector is primarily governed by Law No. Wave of multinational investmentFurthermore, Libya's mining sector is attracting international investors seeking new economic growth opportunities beyond oil.

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By EDITH M. LEDERERRussia vetoed a U.N. resolution Monday calling for an immediate cease-fire in the war between Sudan's military and paramilitary forces and delivery of humanitarian aid to millions in desperate need. UK Foreign Minister David Lammy, who chaired the meeting, told the council afterward: “This Russian veto is a disgrace. Last week, U.N. political chief Rosemary DiCarlo accused allies of Sudan’s warring forces of “enabling the slaughter” that has killed more than 24,000 people and created the world’s worst displacement crisis. Biden urged “one voice” to tell the rival forces: ’Stop tearing your country apart. In February, Sudan’s foreign minister held talks in Tehran with his Iranian counterpart amid unconfirmed reports of drone purchases for government forces.

UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) has commended “the successful conduct of polling” for the first group of 58 Libyan Municipal Councils on 16 November, organized by the High National Elections Commission (HNEC). The Mission congratulated the Libyan people for their “impressive 74% voter turnout” and HNEC for ensuring a technically sound and inclusive electoral process. The mission also commended the dedications of security agencies involved in ensuring a safe environment for the elections to take place. “This municipal election is an important step towards strengthening democracy and ensuring accountable and responsive governance and legitimacy of Libyan institutions,” according to UNSMIL.

Gernot Rohr calls out CAFFormer Super Eagles boss Rohr called out CAF after his team arrived in Libya for their final game, claiming the country should have been barred from hosting games. “I am surprised that Libya will still be allowed to play at home after what happened with the Super Eagles,” he said, as quoted by Score Nigeria. Libyan authorities held the Super Eagles of Nigeria hostage at Al Abraq International Airport with no basic amenities, forcing the cancellation of the match. However, the German head coach is optimistic his team will clinch the final Group D ticket and join Nigeria in Morocco next year. Rohr subtly appeals to NigeriaLegit.ng reported that Rohr subtly appealed to the Super Eagles for a favour ahead of their AFCON 2025 qualifiers Group D final match day games.

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The Court of Arbitration For Sports (CAS) has accepted the appeal of the Mediterranean Knights of Libya after CAF docked them 3 points and 3 goals for the maltreatment of Nigeria’s Super Eagles players. The final round of the qualifier will go on Monday as planned but the decision of CAS might change the scenario if it goes in favour of the North African country. According to CAS, the matter will be held at the end of November. Super Eagles currently top the group with 11 points, followed by Benin in second position with 7 points, with Rwanda and Libya occupying 3rd and 4th positions respectively.

Gernot Rohr's side will clash with the Mediterranean Knights as they battle to make it to the tournament in Morocco next year, while their opponents could also qualify. Benin Republic players before their 1-1 AFCON 2025 qualifiers draw against Nigeria. He is a significant loss to the team as he has played every minute of their AFCON 2025 qualifier campaign so far, and it hurts to miss the crucial match. Rohr subtly appeals to NigeriaLegit.ng reported that Rohr subtly appealed to the Super Eagles for a favour ahead of their AFCON 2025 qualifiers Group D final match day games. Rohr slams CAF after arriving in LibyaLegit.ng reported that Gernot Rohr called out CAF after arriving at the Libyan airport with his Benin Republic players for the crucial AFCON 2025 qualifier match.

Tadawul Tech, one of Libya’s largest electronic payment providers, has today successfully interfaced its acceptance network to the state National Switch, its chairman Naaman Elbouri confirmed to Libya Herald today. Tadawul will now be able to accept all payment cards issued by all other Libyan providers and in return payment cards issued on the Tadawul Card Management Switch will be accepted on the state Moamalat Nomu network. Tadawul said this is excellent news for the Electronic Payment echo system in Libya and has been long overdue. ‘‘This will make Libyan customers start operating like the rest of the world’’, a leading e-payment source added. The move will also help spread the use of e-payments and help partially alleviate Libya’s cash-shortage crisis at its banks.

Benjamin has been described by the American media as one of the most effective fighters for human rights and once was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. In an exclusive interview with Türkiye Today, Benjamin discusses the challenges of modern activism, the fight against U.S. policies and her ongoing mission to expose the complicity of U.S. politicians in global injustices. Medea Benjamin’s take on activism in Digital AgeReflecting on how activism has evolved over the years, Benjamin noted the dual impact of social media on advocacy: “Social media has made it easier for us to get our message across. But it’s disheartening that social media can’t fully replace the influence of traditional media. “Most Americans don’t want to fund Israel’s genocide or send weapons to oppressive regimes.

Tripoli Chamber of Commerce announced today that it will be hosting a business meeting with the Chargé d’affaires and the Commercial Attaché of the Indian Embassy in Libya next Wednesday 20 November at its Tripoli headquarters. Tripoli Chamber said the meeting will discuss matters related to facilitating trade exchange between the two countries and the facilities that can be provided to businessmen from both sides.