Moroccan tank M109A5

Cornered Algerian regime prosecutes Hirak activists on “terrorism”, “conspiracy” charges

As if the use of excessive violence on the part of the security services in Algeria when arresting peaceful protesters was not enough, the authorities now seek to stiffen the penalties incurred by prosecuting them on terrorism and conspiracy charges. The increasing violence at the risk of causing a tragedy and civilian casualties and the […]

Morocco: Banking deposits surge 72% over a decade reaching $120 billion

Banking deposits in Morocco have experienced consistent growth over the past decade, reaching 1.271 trillion dirhams ($120 billion) in 2024 compared to 740 billion dirhams in 2014, representing a remarkable 72% increase. Bank Al-Maghrib monetary statistics confirm this robust upward trajectory, with deposits surpassing the one trillion-dirham milestone in 2020. The growth pattern demonstrates strong […]

Backlash at Mauritania’s customs duty hike on Moroccan goods

Mauritania has hiked customs duty on goods entering the country from the Guerguarat border crossing with Morocco, triggering the wrath of local consumers who see the move as a hit to Mauritanians purchasing power. Most goods transiting through El Guerguarata to Mauritania and the wider West African regions are fresh produce. The hike meant that […]