Rosa-Luxemburg-Stiftung North Africa

On November 21, 2024, partner organizations, friends, guests, and the staff of the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation gathered for a small celebration in the garden of the foundation’s office. In the fall of 2014, the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation opened its North Africa office. Based in Tunis, the foundation works in Egypt, Algeria, Libya, Morocco, Sudan, and Tunisia. The topics of collaboration with local non-governmental organizations, trade unions, academia, media, and experts span from economic development, climate protection, and food sovereignty to open and democratic societies, EU-North Africa relations, and postcolonial memory and history. Over the past years, the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation has successfully built a vibrant network of partners in the North African region to strengthen civil society and academic exchanges between both sides of the Mediterranean. These important connections between progressive forces in the Global North and South endure despite political differences during times of international tensions, conflicts, and crises. Good and, above all, honest relationships do not shy away from addressing disagreements. The RLS’s stance on conflicts and wars and its commitment to universal human right is clear. International law and its advancement to support the individual development of every human being is our shared historical responsibility. In this spirit, the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation advocates for the victims of the largely forgotten conflict in our region, in Sudan. The Rosa Luxemburg Foundation also emphasizes the responsibility of combating climate change, which is primarily caused by wealthy industrialized nations. To prevent tragedies like the one in the Libyan city of Derna, every effort must be made to swiftly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The Rosa Luxemburg Foundation is committed to promoting equitable climate protection worldwide, including through its participation in UN climate conferences. The Rosa Luxemburg Foundation team extends its heartfelt thanks to everyone who has contributed to the success of its projects and programs over the past ten years for their commitment and enthusiasm for dialogue!

We wish you all a very happy holiday season 🌹

🌊 تحلية مياه البحر: أمل الجزائر في مواجهة أزمة المياه! في ظل التحديات المناخية والتراجع المستمر في هطول الأمطار، أصبحت الجزائر تتصدر إفريقيا في إنشاء محطات تحلية مياه البحر. 🌍💧 🔹 25 محطة تعمل على تأمين مياه الشرب والري. 🔹 هدف طموح: تغطية 60% من احتياجات البلاد من مياه الشرب بحلول 2030. 🔹 رغم التكاليف العالية، الحلول المستدامة مثل استخدام الطاقة المتجددة تُعد أولوية. 📖 لقراءة المقال كاملًا 

🌊 Face à la crise hydrique et aux effets des changements climatiques, l'Algérie mise sur le dessalement de l'eau de mer pour sécuriser son avenir. Avec 25 stations prévues d'ici 2030, cette technologie pourrait couvrir 60% des besoins en eau potable du pays. Découvrez les défis et les solutions dans notre article. 👉 https://shorturl.at/cTGG7

💧 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐜𝐨: 𝐀 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐬 💧 Water scarcity in Morocco is intensifying, with per capita availability plummeting to critical levels, impacting livelihoods, agriculture, and the economy. Desalination projects, while promising, come with high costs, environmental challenges, and social implications. 🌍💡 Sustainable water governance, innovative conservation strategies, and rethinking agricultural practices are essential for addressing this crisis and preserving water as a shared resource for all. Let's work towards equitable, transparent solutions for Morocco’s water future. 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞 👉 https://shorturl.at/jiISe #WaterCrisis #Morocco #Sustainability #Desalination #WaterGovernance #ClimateAction

🎙️ Sofian Philip Naceur talked to us at the North Africa Podcast about the critical challenges Sudanese refugees face in #Egypt and #Libya. In this episode, we delve into the implications of Egypt's proposed asylum law, the EU's border externalization policies, and the harsh realities for people on the move in the region. 🌍 Join us for an in-depth conversation unpacking the intersections of policy, geopolitics, and human resilience.

🌊 #Tunisia's water crisis demands urgent solutions. Desalination projects offer hope but come with economic, environmental, and social challenges. 👉 Our latest article explores the costs and complexities of desalination, from its energy demands to its impact on marine ecosystems, and highlights the importance of balancing tradition and innovation in water management. How can #Tunisia ensure sustainable access to fresh water for its people while protecting its fragile environment? Read 🔗 https://shorturl.at/0elJE

𝐃𝐞 𝐥𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚̀ 𝐥𝐚 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 📚 Wael Garnaoui et Montassir Sakhi, dans 'De la colonisation à la Schengenisation', retracent l’évolution des politiques migratoires entre le Maghreb et l’Europe. Une analyse qui interroge les frontières, leurs impacts et leurs héritages coloniaux. À lire pour mieux comprendre les enjeux des migrations aujourd’hui.

🎥 Watch the latest episode of the North Africa Talks Podcast Kharief Akram interviews Sofian Philip Naceur, discussing the challenges faced by Sudanese refugees in Egypt, the implications of Egypt’s proposed asylum law, and the impact of EU border policies. 🌍 Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the complex migration landscape in North Africa. 🎧 👉 https://shorturl.at/NzbJs

This week, we marked Human Rights Day—a critical moment to reflect on the state of human rights worldwide. In the face of growing human rights abuses, from the suppression of civil society to violations of freedom of expression, systemic inequalities, and the devastating impact of ongoing wars, this day reminds us of the urgent work still needed. For the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights last year, we as Rosa Luxemburg Stiftung - Geneva Office collaborated with BUBBLEGUMCLUB, a Johannesburg-based cultural intelligence agency, to produce a podcast series titled "Beyond a Declaration: What Rights Can Do." The podcast explores human rights from a Southern African perspective, offering critical reflections and fresh insights that are often missing from mainstream narratives. Through these discussions, we aim to amplify voices from the Global South and reframe conversations about human rights in a more inclusive way. I invite you to listen to the series here: https://lnkd.in/eD5wxEWq, reflect on these perspectives, and join the fight to defend and uphold human rights for everyone. #HumanRightsDay #HumanRights75 #GlobalSouthPerspectives