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WINDHOEK – In a move to bolster diplomatic relations between the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic SADR and Namibia, the Sahrawi Ambassador, Hamid Mayara, held a series of strategic meetings with senior Namibian officials in the capital, Windhoek.

Legislative Cooperation and Solid Support

Ambassador Mayara was received by the Speaker of the Namibian Parliament, Hon. Dr.Saara Kuugongelwa. During the meeting, the Ambassador provided an update on the latest development regarding the Sahrawi cause. Dr. Kuugongelwa reaffirmed Namibian’s unwavering and unconditional commitment to the Sahrawi people’s right to freedom and independence, expressing a strong desire to enhance cooperation the legislative institutions of both nations.

Strengthening Ties with the Ruling Party (SWAPO)

In a separate meeting at the ruling party’s headquarters, the Sahrawi diplomat met with Uahekua Herunga, the Deputy Secretary-General of the SWAPO Party. The discussions focused on the decolonization process in Western Sahara and the historic bonds between the two national liberation movements—the Polisario Front and SWAPO. Both parties explored avenues to elevate their cooperation and exchange of expertise to new horizons.

Source: Radio Algérie Internationale

TUNIS – Following the tragic bus accident that occurred in Tunisia early Friday morning, May 1st, 2026, President Abdelmadjid Tebboune has issued immediate instructions to evacuate several victims back to Algeria under optimal medical conditions.

Emergency Medical Evacuation

In execution of the President’s directives, the Ministry of Health confirmed that the first fleet of medical ambulances, supported by specialized medical and paramedical teams, has been dispatched to Tunisian territory. The evacuation process is set to begin within the coming hours to repatriate the injured to Algerian health institutions.

🚨 Orders from Abdelmadjid Tebboune to launch the evacuation of Algerian victims following a tragic road accident in Tunisia 🇹🇳, with medical ambulances crossing the border to transfer the injured via joint crossings. 🇩🇿 pic.twitter.com/ALorvnHGgu

— Algeria Gate -English (@algatedzEng) May 1, 2026

Crisis Management and Readiness

The Ministry of Health’s crisis unit has been monitoring the situation since the early hours. All relevant Algerian healthcare facilities have been placed on high alert to receive and provide specialized follow-up care for the victims upon their arrival.

Brotherly Cooperation

The Algerian Ministry of Health extended its deepest gratitude to the Tunisian authorities for their rapid intervention and high standard of care provided to the victims. The Ministry emphasized that this swift response reflects the profound bonds of brotherhood and solidarity between the two nations.

The Secretariat of the African Petroleum Producers Organization (APPO) expressed on Thursday its ” support and solidarity” with the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), urging its member states to strengthen their commitment to the stability of the global oil market.

In an official statement, APPO explained that it has conducted a thorough review of the global oil market, “which is currently characterized by geopolitical uncertainty and structural shifts in the energy sector, along with their subsequent impacts on the economies of member states.”

The African organization underscored the “pivotal” role played by OPEC in stabilizing world oil markets and fostering responsible dialogue among producers. It further praised OPEC’s commitment to supporting market stability and promoting long-term investment across various energy sources.

In this regard, APPO called upon its member countries- who also hold membership in OPEC- to maintain “trust, solidarity, and active engagement” within the organization. It emphasized that such participation serves as a crucial factor for cohesion and predictability in the global oil market.

The statement concluded by noting that “supporting OPEC is not merely an expression of institutional solidarity, but represents a collective responsibility toward ensuring international energy stability.”