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SDX starts producing gas in Morocco

The London-based energy company SDX said it has started gas production in Morocco after receiving government’s approval. SDX well is located in the Gharb region not far from Kenitra, where there is an industrial zone including automotive plants that need gas for industrial operations. Morocco considers gas a transition energy to cut its carbon footprint […]

Sudan: A new-armed militia adds uncertainty to the conflict

Fears are escalating over the Sudanese conflict, now more than 18 months ongoing, as a newly formed militia enters the fray in eastern Sudan. The new militia, known as the “Eastern Battalion,” was reportedly trained in neighboring Eritrea. According to a statement, the group has begun operations in Kassala state, near the Red Sea region. […]

A perfect storm: debt crisis looms for Ghana, other emerging economies in Africa

Ghana is a classic case of emerging economies in Africa and other parts of the world who have been caught in a perfect storm and are struggling to service their foreign currency denominated loans owing to a strengthening US dollar, rising global interest rates and that is made worse by their excessive borrowing. Ghana is […]