Djibouti news 2019

Here are some of the top news stories from Djibouti in 2019:

Politics

• In January 2019, Djibouti's President Ismail Omar Guelleh was re-elected for a fourth term, winning 87.2% of the vote in an election that was criticized by opposition parties and international observers.
• In June 2019, Djibouti's parliament approved a new constitution that would allow the president to serve up to two five-year terms, effectively allowing Guelleh to remain in power until 2030.
• In October 2019, Djibouti's government announced plans to hold a national dialogue to address the country's political and economic challenges.

Economy

• In January 2019, Djibouti's economy grew by 6.5% in 2018, driven by infrastructure development and foreign investment.
• In March 2019, the African Development Bank approved a $100 million loan to support Djibouti's economic development, including infrastructure projects and private sector development.
• In November 2019, Djibouti's government announced plans to launch a new national airline, Djibouti Airlines, to boost the country's tourism industry.

Infrastructure

• In January 2019, Djibouti's government announced plans to build a new international airport, which would be one of the largest in Africa.
• In March 2019, the Chinese company, China Road and Bridge Corporation, began construction on a new $3.5 billion railway project that would connect Djibouti to Ethiopia.
• In October 2019, Djibouti's government announced plans to build a new port, which would be one of the largest in the region.

Security

• In January 2019, Djibouti's government announced that it had foiled a plot by al-Shabaab militants to attack the country's capital, Djibouti City.
• In March 2019, the United States and Djibouti signed a new agreement to enhance their military cooperation, including the use of Djibouti's Camp Lemonnier base by US forces.
• In November 2019, Djibouti's government announced that it had launched a new military operation against al-Shabaab militants in the country's southern region.

Other

• In February 2019, Djibouti's government announced plans to launch a new national health insurance program to improve access to healthcare for the country's citizens.
• In June 2019, Djibouti's government announced plans to launch a new national education program to improve access to education for the country's children.
• In October 2019, Djibouti's government announced plans to launch a new national water supply project to improve access to clean water for the country's citizens.

These are just a few of the top news stories from Djibouti in 2019. If you're looking for more information, I'd be happy to try to help!