Keywords: North Africa


TBS Education unveils modern campus in Casablanca's financial district

TBS Education has inaugurated its new campus in Casablanca's Finance City (CFC) district, marking a significant expansion of its educational presence in Morocco. The French business school, which has operated in Morocco since 1987, has moved into a spacious facility spanning 3,429 square meters with......

Empowering cooperatives to reshape agrifood systems in the NENA region

A significant meeting organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) is currently taking place in Casablanca from January 28 to 31. The event is dedicated to empowering cooperatives to transform rural and agrifood systems......

Morocco unveils comprehensive strategy to combat terrorism across Africa

Morocco's permanent UN representative, Ambassador Omar Hilale, presented the kingdom's multi-faceted approach to counter-terrorism before the Security Council on Tuesday. The strategy, developed under King Mohammed VI's guidance, encompasses security enhancement, economic development, religious......

UAE’s mirage jet transfer to Morocco set to redefine North African defense strategy

The United Arab Emirates’ anticipated transfer of 30 Mirage 2000-9E fighter jets to Morocco signals a pivotal moment for regional air defense, contingent on final approval from France. Discussions surrounding the deal, ongoing for several years, suggest implementation in 2027, coinciding with the......

Morocco halts sand extraction near Algerian border amid escalating tensions

Morocco’s Ministry of Interior has suspended sand extraction operations in the “Zone Zero” region along its northeastern border with Algeria, citing concerns that the activities have disrupted natural border markers. The decision, reported by local media, underscores the ongoing sensitivity......

Spanish tourist kidnapped in Algeria amid rising security concerns in Sahel region

A Spanish national has been abducted by terrorists in southern Algeria, with the incident highlighting growing security challenges in the region. The kidnapping, which occurred on Wednesday, January 15, was carried out by members of the Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (EIGS). While Spanish and Sahelian......

US Congressman warns of Russian, Iranian, and Cuban interference in Sahara dispute

Congressman Joe Wilson addressed Congress on Wednesday, expressing concern over foreign powers' involvement in the Sahara conflict while reaffirming US support for Morocco's territorial claims. Wilson specifically highlighted the actions of Russia, Iran, and Cuba in supporting the Polisario Front. Wilson,......

Spain's Foreign Ministry removes maps of Morocco, Algeria, and Mauritania amid diplomatic tensions

The Spanish Foreign Ministry has quietly removed maps of Morocco, Algeria, and Mauritania from its official website as the new year begins. This action coincided with negotiations led by Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares regarding the reopening of customs crossings in Ceuta and Melilla. Initially......

Morocco's Independence Manifesto: 81 Years of Transformative Change

On January 11, 1944, a single document changed the course of Moroccan history. The Independence Manifesto, delivered to French authorities, marked a decisive shift in North Africa's colonial resistance and set Morocco on a path to sovereignty. In 1944, Morocco was divided among colonial powers:......