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King Mohammed VI, Pope Francis join forces to promote inter-religious dialogue

The visit that Pope Francis is paying to Morocco at the invitation of King Mohammed VI stands as a milestone in inter-religious dialogue and coexistence. “Starting from the religious status and spiritual responsibility assumed by the Commander of the Faithful and His Holiness the Pope, this historic meeting will contribute to promoting the values of […]

Algeria’s President Maintained Alive Artificially- Former French Ambassador

The succession crisis in Algeria continues to spill ink after former French Ambassador Bernard Bajolet claimed that ailing President Bouteflika is artificially maintained alive. This statement comes as voices with vested interest in the regime are calling for a fifth term for President Bouteflika whose public appearances are a thing of the past. Bajolet who […]

Côte d’Ivoire: Ban of public demonstrations until September 15

Demonstrations on public roads are suspended until September 15. The announcement was made in the Council of Ministers on Wednesday August 19, two months before the presidential election. The ban is the consequence of the deadly violence that marred ome demonstrations last week. It was made under the state of emergency in force in Côte […]