Morocco: Drug smuggling attempt foiled at Safi Port

Moroccan security forces thwarted an attempt to smuggle 8.1 tons of chira at the port of Safi in a coordinated operation on Saturday evening, the General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) said. During this joint operation, carried out by the provincial security services of Safi and the National Brigade of the Judicial Police (BNPJ), law […]

Sub-Saharan Africa set for 3.8% growth in 2025 as inflation eases, investment returns

Sub-Saharan Africa’s economy is expected to grow by 3.8% in 2025, a modest but meaningful rebound driven by easing inflation, stabilizing currencies, and improving investment conditions, according to the World Bank’s latest Africa Pulse report released Tuesday (7 Oct). The forecast marks an upgrade from April’s 3.5% projection and reflects renewed optimism in key economies […]

Al Qaeda’s “Expansion Project” targets Côte d’Ivoire, Benin

Al Qaeda in the Sahel is currently developing an “expansion project” towards the Gulf of Guinea, particularly Côte d’Ivoire and Benin, said Bernard Emié, head of French foreign intelligence. Bernard Emié made the remarks Monday while taking part in an executive committee meeting devoted to the fight against terrorism at the Orléans-Bricy air base, during […]