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Morocco poised to outperform Spain as western Mediterranean maritime hub- Austrian Think Tank

Morocco’s investments in its ports and rail infrastructure will help the country become a dominant maritime hub in the region and create a corridor between Europe and West Africa, said the Austrian Institute for European and Security Studies (AIES). In a detailed analysis signed by senior fellow Michaël Tanchum, the AIES sheds lights on Morocco’s […]

Namibian Independence Icon Sam Nujoma Dies at 95

From humble cattle herder to revolutionary leader, Sam Nujoma, who shaped Namibia’s path to freedom and served as its first president, died Saturday night in Windhoek after a three-week hospitalization. He was 95-year-old. The passing of this charismatic freedom fighter marks the end of an era in African liberation history. Nujoma’s remarkable journey began in […]

Inflation-hit Zimbabwe launches new gold-backed currency

Zimbabwe has finally launched a gold-backed currency to bring down inflation, ending a decade of dollarization. The new currency or Zig- standing for Zimbabwe Gold- is the latest attempt to end hyper-inflation in the country which lasted for 25 years. Zig is intended to be a market-determined exchange rate, said Zimbabwe’s central bank governor while […]