Russian GAZ Launches Sales of its Commercial Vehicles in Morocco

GAZ, a leading manufacturer of commercial vehicles in Russia, has started selling a range of commercial vehicles in Morocco, in cooperation with its new distribution partner, Africa Motors (Auto Hall Group). The group hopes to make of Morocco a platform to further develop its business in the rest of African countries. The first model put […]

Feeling Insecure, Algeria’s Berbers Look to Set up Own Forces

The Amazigh population (Berbers) in Algeria’s restive Kabylie region are looking to establish their own security forces to protect themselves against the violence and excess of the Algerian law enforcement agents. The call for setting up a local force was made by head of the movement for the self-determination of Kabylie, Ferhat Mhenni, who lives […]

Algeria: Constitutional amendment begins, first consultation held

As promised during the campaign, President Bouteflika has paved the way for the amendment of the constitution despite certain criticisms and boycotts by some opposition parties. Discussions for the amendment will be headed by former Prime Minister Ahmed Ouyahia and they will be centered on reinforcing the separation of powers and the independence of the […]