Tunisia
Tunisia has announced its new government - for the second time in six months.
The country's prime minister-designate, Hichem Mechichi, has formed his cabinet.
He has said that he wanted a team dominated by independent technocrats, to "present urgent solutions" to the country's economy, which was already struggling before the coronavirus pandemic hit.
The parliament must now approve the nominations, but factions such as the powerful Islamist party Ennahda have been angered by Mechichi's decision not to consult them first.
"We will try to ensure that this government interacts directly with all components of the political spectrum as well as with political parties for the benefit of Tunisian citizens," Hichem Mechichi said.
Parties are split between wishing for a more political government that would reflect the house, and needing to approve a cabinet instead of dragging the country into disruptive early elections.
Mechichi, who is 46, previously served as Interior minister.
He is the third Tunisian head of government since the elections last October, which resulted in a deeply divided parliament.
01:18
Burundi: Former Prime Minister sentenced to life in prison
01:34
Food Insecurity Intensifies in Eastern Africa, a Consequence of Climate Shocks
Go to video
UK Home Secretary James Cleverly visits Rwanda in an effort to revive asylum plan
02:21
2023 Biennale of Luanda focuses on education, peace in Africa
11:00
The Ugandan literacy specialist making a difference for disadvantaged children
Go to video
EU: drop in migrant departures from Tunisia