economic freedom

Moroccan government backpedals on controversial social media law

A draft law governing social media that has spilled so much ink because of clauses that were described as detrimental to the freedom of speech was finally put off by the Moroccan government citing inconsistencies with the constitution. A version leaked online of the draft decree included provisions incriminating calls for consumer boycotts on social […]

DRC opposition to hold protest against election ‘irregularities’ despite govt’s ban

Concerns are emerging about the possibility of yet another cycle of violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo after its government banned protests called for by five opposition candidates who are complaining of irregularities and fraud in the last week’s presidential vote. Almost a week on from the chaotic poll that was marred by logistical […]

Tunisia: Economy to Grow by 2.9% in 2018, 3.5% in 2019

The Tunisian government expects the economy to grow by 2.9% in 2018 and by 3.5% in 2019. In an interview with Reuters News Agency, Minister of Reforms Taoufik Rajhi said the government planned to reduce the budget deficit to 3.9 percent next year from the 4.9 percent forecast for 2018. According to data from the […]