Algeria’s Elections Deliver Status Quo on Low Voter Turnout

It came as no surprise that the outcome of Algeria’s legislative elections maintained the political status quo and registered one of the lowest turnouts in the history of ballots in the country, not exceeding 38%, according to the Interior Ministry. The rate shows the magnitude of young voter apathy in a context overshadowed by an […]

Quality of life: Morocco leads African countries, according to US magazine survey

Morocco ranks first in Africa in terms of quality of life, according to the “Best Countries Rankings” compiled by US News. Globally, the Kingdom comes in 52nd position. Morocco ranks first among African countries in terms of quality of life, according to the ranking established by the American news magazine U.S. News as part of […]

Marrakech Goes Green, Launches First Bike Share in Africa

Africa’s first bike share experience was launched in Marrakech, which currently hosts the climate summit (COP22), November 7 through 18. The initiative, dubbed “Medina Bike”, adds to the momentum towards making environment protection and eco-friendly practices at the heart of the daily lives of citizens. Three hundred bikes will thus be available for use for […]