Government, teachers’ unions reach breakthrough agreement

A period of recurrent strikes is about to get wrapped up with a landmark deal between the government and teachers’ main unions providing for wage hikes of up to 1500 dirhams. Teachers led nation-wide strikes this year demanding better wages and more benefits, while urging the government to abstain from applying a new law which […]

Moroccan Cybersecurity Barometer 2025 reveals key trends, challenges

The 2025 edition of the Moroccan corporate cybersecurity barometer has been released by the Moroccan Association of Information System Users (AUSIM) in collaboration with international consulting firm PwC. The comprehensive white paper, titled “AUSIM Cybersecurity Barometer Morocco 2025,” presents a detailed overview of cyber threats and recommended strategies across five key areas. The study emphasizes […]

Oil exploration in DRC’s peatlands, forests draws warnings of environmental catastrophe

Authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s (DRC) launched in July bids for 30 oil and gas blocks, with thirteen of them crossing through protected areas and national parks, the auction has caused uproar among environmentalists. The results of the bidding have yet to be announced, but while many of the country’s politicians and […]