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Mauritanian migrants are increasingly turning to new routes to the United States, as the traditional routes through Morocco and Algeria have become more difficult and dangerous. The new route, which passes through Nicaragua, Honduras, and Mexico, is much longer and more expensive, but it is seen as being less risky. Migrants on this route often travel by plane or bus, and they are less likely to be intercepted by security forces. The number of Mauritanian migrants arriving in the United States has increased significantly in recent months. In the first six months of 2023, more than 8,000 Mauritanians were apprehended at the US-Mexico border, up from just 1,000 in the same period last year. The reasons for the increase in migration are complex. Some Mauritanians are fleeing poverty and unemployment, while others are seeking asylum from political persecution. The country has a long history of ethnic and racial discrimination, and there have been recent reports of violence against Black Ma...

Zimbabwe is holding its 9th general election on August 23, 2023. The main contenders are the incumbent President Emmerson Mnangagwa and the opposition leader Nelson Chamisa. Chamisa, the 45-year-old leader of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), is making a strong challenge to Mnangagwa. He has promised to bring about a "new dawn" for Zimbabwe, vowing to address the country's economic problems, corruption, and human rights abuses. In his manifesto, Chamisa has pledged to create 2.5 million jobs, build a $100 billion economy, and ensure macroeconomic stability. He has also promised to restore the rule of law and respect for human rights. Chamisa's campaign has been met with a great deal of enthusiasm from Zimbabweans, who are tired of the status quo. A recent poll showed that Chamisa is leading Mnangagwa by a significant margin. However, Mnangagwa is not giving up without a fight. He has accused Chamisa of being a "puppet" of the West and has promised to ...