Keywords: North Africa


Scientists reconstruct face of 6400 year old woman in Morocco

A team of researchers has digitally reconstructed the face of a woman who lived around 6400 years ago in what is now Morocco, offering a rare glimpse into prehistoric populations in North Africa. The reconstruction was carried out by Ancestral Whispers using advanced imaging techniques and academic......

Eni announces 2 Tcf gas discovery off the Egyptian coast

Eni announced Tuesday a gas and condensate discovery off the coast of Egypt estimated at approximately 2 trillion cubic feet of gas in place. The find is the latest in a series of Mediterranean discoveries by the Italian energy company, which also includes a separate 1 trillion cubic foot discovery off......

Bayer Crop Science North Africa drives growth through innovation and sustainability

Bayer Crop Science North Africa held its 2026 annual convention in Marrakech. The event outlined the company's vision, priorities, and commitments to innovation and sustainability for regional agriculture. Leaders addressed challenges like climate change, regulations, and shifting markets.​ Amina......

Morocco's dams at decade-high levels as El Niño threat looms over water security

Morocco's dam reservoirs stood at 72.1% capacity as of March 21, 2026, a level not seen in nearly a decade, following what has been the wettest winter since 1981. After seven consecutive years of drought, the exceptional rainfall has provided welcome relief. However, international meteorological......

France and Morocco prepare major bilateral treaty

France plans to elevate its ties with Morocco through a landmark bilateral treaty, mirroring pacts it holds with key European capitals. This move follows President Emmanuel Macron's recent state visit and signals a strong commitment to the Maghreb and Europe alike. The agreement marks a promising......

Fava bean cultivation expands across Arab countries

Fava beans are a key staple crop widely grown across North Africa, particularly in Sudan, Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco. Valued for their high protein content and versatility in local diets, these beans contribute significantly to food security in the region. The cultivation of fava beans has......

Hezbollah visit to Tindouf stirs new fears over Iranian influence in North Africa

A recent visit by a Hezbollah-linked delegation to the Polisario-controlled Tindouf camps in southern Algeria has reignited concerns about Iran’s growing interference in North Africa. Analysts argue that the visit underscores Tehran’s deepening ties with the separatist Polisario Front, raising......

Morocco faces mounting pressures from organized crime networks

Morocco ranks 79th globally and 26th in Africa in the 2025 Global Organized Crime Index, published by the Geneva-based Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime. The study highlights significant concerns about human trafficking, drug transit, and governance challenges that hinder effective......

Massad Boulos announces upcoming U.S.-Hosted talks on the Sahara conflict

Washington, November 4, 2025 — Following the adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2797 on the Sahara, the United States is set to take a new step in supporting the resolution of the conflict. Massad Boulos, Special Adviser to President Donald Trump for Africa,......