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Spain's electricity operator addresses blackout concerns linked to renewable energy

The head of Spain's electricity operator has recently sought to alleviate fears stemming from a report warning of substantial risks of power outages associated with the country's increased reliance on renewable energy sources. On a recent Monday, Spain and Portugal experienced one of the most......

Morocco's military expenditure increases as regional tensions rise

Morocco's military spending has seen a notable increase of 2.6% in 2024, amounting to $5.5 billion. This growth is largely attributed to an enhanced personnel budget for the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) and aligns with a broader global trend, where military expenditures have surged by 9.4% compared to......

Us human rights under siege: 100 days of Trump’s aggressive rollback

Human rights watch has released a comprehensive report documenting a relentless series of attacks on fundamental rights during the first 100 days of Donald Trump’s latest administration. This period, marked by sweeping policy shifts, reveals a disturbing pattern of measures undermining civil liberties,......

Spain's prefab homes: a solution for the housing crisis and a boost to self-image

In a significant initiative to tackle Spain's housing crisis, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has unveiled a new National Development Plan, committing €1.3 billion over the next decade to industrialize housing. This ambitious plan aims to produce 15,000 housing units annually, addressing......

World Bank report highlights challenges for businesses in Morocco's informal sector

A new World Bank report has spotlighted a troubling trend within the Middle East and North Africa (MENA): since 2000, per capita GDP growth in the region has consistently lagged behind that of comparable economies. This stagnation is largely attributed to the underperformance of the private sector, which......

Rabat to host second edition of the feminist conference

The association for the promotion of the culture of equality (APCE) is set to hold the second edition of the feminist conference on May 17 in Rabat, focusing on the central theme: “Violence and economic inequalities: understanding, analyzing, acting.” Following a first edition dedicated......

Morocco ranks among Africa's top targets for cyberattacks

Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has revealed that Morocco is one of the most frequently targeted countries for digital attacks in Africa. This alarming finding was presented during GITEX Africa 2025, which recently concluded in Marrakech, highlighting a significant increase in threats across the continent. According......

Desert locust swarms threaten agriculture in Morocco

The latest monitoring bulletin from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) indicates the presence of solitary desert locusts across Morocco’s Draa and Ziz-Ghris valleys, specifically from Assa to Erfoud. Observations throughout March revealed evidence of breeding activities, including mating......

Corruption remains a pervasive issue in South Africa

Corruption within various institutions in South Africa, particularly in sectors such as policing, business, education, and public entities, continues to pose a significant and endemic challenge, according to a report released by Corruption Watch on Friday. In its 13th report titled "Accountable......