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Morocco wins international praise for its coronavirus response

Morocco has won international acclaim for its multi-pronged response to the coronavirus outbreak, which, besides health protection measures, included social protection initiatives and solidarity both at home and at the African level. However, on the eve of the lockdown easing with the re-opening of several businesses, the Moroccan citizen now should show more discipline in […]

Moroccan government to inject additional $1.4 bln in 2025 budget

The Moroccan government is seeking parliament approval to inject an additional 13 billion dirhams, or 1.4 billion dollars, in the 2025 budget to support key state institutions, including water and electricity utility ONEE. Speaking to members of parliament, minister in charge of the budget Fouzi Lekjaa said the additional funds were needed to help ONEE […]

Nigeria declares state of emergency in oil-rich Rivers State

President Bola Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in Nigeria’s oil-producing Rivers State, suspending the governor, deputy governor, and all state lawmakers amid escalating security concerns and political upheaval. The dramatic intervention follows reports of militant attacks on critical oil infrastructure in the strategically vital region. In a televised national address, Tinubu cited “disturbing […]