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Morocco sets new record for fresh onion exports after lifting ban

Morocco’s fresh onion exports reached unprecedented levels in the 2024/25 season, following the removal of restrictions that had significantly curtailed trade the previous year. Between June 2024 and May 2025, the country exported 64,900 metric tons of fresh onions valued at $238 million, nearly......

Greenpeace in Mauritania: fishmeal industry under scrutiny

Nouakchott, August 25, 2025 — Environmental organization Greenpeace has renewed its campaign against the fishmeal and fish oil industry in Mauritania, warning that this activity deprives millions of people in West Africa of essential food resources. During a mission carried out between August......

Benin: 27 dead after bus plunges into Ouémé river

At least 27 people lost their lives after a tragic road accident in Benin, when a passenger bus fell into the Ouémé River during the night from Saturday to Sunday, according to civil protection services. An earlier report from the Beninese Ministry of the Interior mentioned one confirmed......

French military completes withdrawal from Senegal, ending regional presence

The French military officially withdrew from Senegal on Thursday, marking the end of its permanent presence in West Africa. This withdrawal, which began in March, culminated with the handover of the last two French military bases to Senegalese authorities. Final handover of military bases The largest......

Togo holds municipal elections amid protests and low turnout

Togo conducted its municipal elections on July 17, marking a pivotal yet contentious moment in the nation’s political landscape. The elections come on the heels of violent protests and widespread unrest following constitutional reforms that strengthened President Faure Gnassingbé’s......

France ends permanent military presence in Senegal and West and Central Africa

On July 17, 2025, France officially ended its permanent military presence in Senegal during a historic transfer ceremony held in Dakar. The French military handed over its two final installations: Camp Geille, the country’s largest French military base, and the military air support unit at Dakar......

Morocco-Nigeria gas pipeline gains momentum with new agreements in Rabat

The Morocco-Nigeria gas pipeline project is progressing steadily, as Rabat hosted a series of high-level meetings this week to advance the ambitious initiative. Representatives from national oil companies, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), and other stakeholders convened on July......

Mass Cereal Maroc: Setting New Benchmarks in Grain Handling Excellence

MASS Cereal Maroc has reinforced its leadership in Morocco’s grain handling sector by securing the ISO 9001:2015 certification for its facilities in Casablanca and Jorf Lasfar. This achievement highlights the company's commitment to maintaining the highest quality standards and fostering continuous......

UK appoints new trade envoy to Morocco to strengthen economic ties

The United Kingdom has announced the appointment of Ben Coleman as the new trade envoy to Morocco and West Africa. This decision was confirmed by Jonathan Reynolds, the UK Secretary of State for Business and Trade. Coleman, a British Member of Parliament representing Chelsea and Fulham, will play a crucial......