Add the sweet potatoes, chickpeas, red peppers, tomatoes, and all of the spices except for the cumin and cook at a medium-high temperature for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
Add the stock, prunes, apricots, and liquid from the artichokes.
Cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Reduce heat if coming to a boil.
Stir in the artichokes, olives, brown sugar, and cumin. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes.
While you are waiting, toast the almonds in a dry frying pan.