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Trump administration eyes sweeping Africa travel ban expansion

The Trump administration is considering a dramatic expansion of its travel ban, potentially targeting 36 additional countries — 25 of them in Africa — with full or partial visa restrictions, according to a leaked State Department cable. Signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, the memo cites a 60-day deadline for affected nations to meet […]

Morocco leading way in Africa thanks to reforms- IMF chief

Morocco has implemented reforms to achieve inclusive growth, improve governance and fight corruption and is “leading the way in the region and in the continent,” said IMF managing director Kristalina Georgieva. Morocco thanks to its role and investments in Africa is well-placed to be the venue for the annual meetings of the IMF and WB […]

Marrakech celebrates centuries‑old Caftan art

Morocco’s centuries‑old caftan tradition was on full display this week as the 26th edition of Caftan Week opened in Marrakech, celebrating a craft that remains woven into the daily life of the Kingdom and recently earned international recognition from UNESCO. Held at the historic Palais El Badi under the theme “Souffle de l’Atlas” -or breeze […]