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Senegal: Economic pressures shadow high-stakes legislative elections

Senegal prepares for crucial legislative elections that will determine the new government’s ability to implement promised reforms amid mounting economic challenges. The vote follows a period of significant political tension, with over 7 million registered voters choosing representatives for the 165-seat assembly from 41 political entities. Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko’s recent statements regarding supporters’ safety […]

Morocco Hosts 2026 Conference of African Ministers of Finance, Planning and Economic Development

Morocco and UN Economic Commission for Africa signed on Friday the Host Country Agreement for the organization of ECA’s 58th session and Conference of African Ministers of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (COM2026). The agreement was inked in Rabat by ECA Executive Secretary Claver Gatete and Morocco Minister of Economy and Finance Nadia Fettah Alaoui. […]

Spanish official pleads for defending Morocco-EU fisheries deal

Spanish has pleaded for defending the fisheries agreement between Morocco and the European Union, saying the deal is a “priority” for Spain. The Spanish official made the remarks following the decision of the EU Court of Justice on the Morocco-EU farm & fisheries deals. “The fisheries agreement is a priority for Spain, because of its […]