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Morocco calls for a multidimensional approach to combating terrorism in Africa

Morocco has called for a comprehensive and multidimensional strategy to address terrorism and violent extremism in Africa, stressing that security measures alone cannot provide lasting solutions to the continent’s growing security challenges. Speaking during a ministerial meeting of the African......

Ghana and Nigeria call for African action against Afrophobia in South Africa

  Ghana and Nigeria have called on the African Union to address the growing concerns surrounding Afrophobia and xenophobic violence in South Africa, following reports of attacks targeting African nationals and the evacuation of thousands of foreign residents. The appeal came after discussions......

Morocco calls for dialogue and development during political transitions in Africa

Morocco has urged the African Union Peace and Security Council to place dialogue and comprehensive support at the center of political transition processes across the continent, emphasizing that lasting stability depends on inclusive governance and sustainable development. During a meeting of the Council's......

Morocco highlights integrated peace, security and development strategy at Africa policy conference in Kenya

Morocco is reaffirming its commitment to an African-led approach to sustainable peace and development by participating in the Second Political Conference on the Peace-Security-Development Nexus, taking place on July 11–12 in Mombasa, Kenya. The gathering brings together African institutions and......

Morocco elected unanimously to the African Commission on Nuclear Energy

Morocco has been unanimously elected as a commissioner to the African Commission on Nuclear Energy (AFCONE) for a three-year term, reaffirming the country's growing influence in promoting the peaceful use of nuclear technology across the African continent. The election took place during the seventh......

Morocco strengthens its influence within key African Union institutions

Morocco has reinforced its position within the institutional framework of the African Union after securing several important responsibilities during regional consultations involving North African member states. The new appointments further highlight the country's growing influence in continental......

Africa pushes for greater influence in shaping its future

African leaders, policymakers, and development experts are increasingly advocating a model of growth that places African priorities at the center of international decision-making. Discussions at the Paris Peace Forum Spring Meetings in Rabat focused on how the continent can respond to geopolitical tensions,......

Morocco champions stronger Africa-Argentina partnership at Buenos Aires Africa Day event

Morocco placed the African continent's growing strategic weight at the center of diplomatic discussions during Africa Day celebrations held in Buenos Aires on May 29, 2026. Speaking in his capacity as dean of the African diplomatic group, Moroccan Ambassador Fares Yassir called for a deeper and more......

Morocco elected to the African Union peace and security council

Morocco has been elected to the Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union (AU) for a two-year term, securing its seat in the first round of voting held in Addis Ababa. The Kingdom obtained more than two-thirds of the votes — 34 in total — during the election conducted on the......