Lybians are as sceptical as their leader, Colonel Khadafi, when it comes to the Union of Mediterranean states that French President Nicolas Sarkozy wants to create. In this oil rich country, people can't see how Libya can benefit of such a union.
The World Cup football tournament kicks off in one week, and host South Africa is busy putting on the finishing touches. But not everyone is looking forward to the tournament. Authorites in cities including Cape Town are being accused of clearing the poor from the streets - to create a good impression for visiting fans. Al Jazeera's Haru Mutasa has more.