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Two years in, Sahel States Alliance’s bold promises fade against relentless jihadist onslaught The Alliance of Sahel States (AES) entered the regional stage with fanfare and defiant rhetoric, yet its two-year anniversary reveals a sobering […]
Diplomacy Morocco joins Mediterranean Union Parliamentary Assembly leadership The Kingdom has been elected to the Assembly’s Bureau and entrusted with leading the Artificial Intelligence Commission, underscoring the growing confidence in Morocco’s parliamentary diplomacy and its […]
For over two and a half centuries, the ties binding Morocco and the United States have stood as a cornerstone of transatlantic diplomacy, anchored in a historic friendship treaty signed in 1786. This enduring partnership […]
With red armbands wrapped tightly around their sleeves, lawyers have maintained their indefinite strike over the past several days, gathering once again on Monday, July 6, in front of the Parliament building in Rabat. Their […]
The strategic town of Amdafock has been retaken by a unified military operation involving government troops, allied mercenaries, and former rebel factions. This coordinated effort marks a significant shift in the security landscape of the […]
Niger’s updated penal code now mandates the death penalty for individuals found guilty of embezzling public funds amounting to 1 billion CFA francs or more. This significant legal shift aims to combat corruption more effectively […]
The World Bank has appointed a new leader to steer its operations in Gabon. Effective July 1, 2026, Ivorian national Sylvain Kakou officially assumes the role of Senior Country Manager for the multilateral institution in […]
Canaries Parliament honors Moroccan consul’s dedication Astrid Pérez, President of the Canaries Parliament, commended Fatiha El Kamouri for her four-year tenure strengthening institutional ties between Morocco and the Spanish archipelago. The visit highlighted deepening collaboration […]
An African soldier’s harrowing account of his experience in the Ukrainian conflict has reignited discussions about Moscow’s recruitment tactics among foreign fighters. Tatenda Tarwire, a Zimbabwean national who served in Russian ranks, recently disclosed the […]
DRC east faces UN funding gap crippling rights investigation commission The sixty-second session of the Human Rights Council held a strengthened interactive dialogue in Geneva on June 29, 2026, marking the first public presentation of […]
President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema officially launched Gabon’s first state-of-the-art data center yesterday within the Nkok Special Economic Zone. This pivotal infrastructure was brought to fruition by ST Digital Data Center Services, marking a significant […]
Northern Mali witnessed a significant military escalation this Saturday, July 4, 2026, with reports indicating a major offensive around Anefis, a strategically vital town situated along the crucial Gao-Kidal axis. The Azawad Liberation Front (FLA), […]