Sahel-region

Hundreds of Sub-Saharans Storm Border Fence into Spanish Occupied Ceuta

Some 500 Sub-Saharan migrants stormed on Friday the border fence into the Spanish occupied enclave of Ceuta in northern Morocco triggering clashes with the Spanish police. Several migrants were injured as they forced their way through a gate in the fence that separates Morocco from the Ceuta enclave. “The Civil Guard at Ceuta estimates that […]

A Bulwark against Fundamentalism:Greater Role Envisioned for Moroccan Imams

Imams and other religious leaders’ help is needed in the fight against fundamentalism in Morocco, the country’s MPs have stressed during a recent Chamber of Councilors Committee meeting. In particular, they argued for the need to make greater efforts to restructure and immunize the religious sector for greater security. While the imams’ image among the […]

Morocco maintains tourism lead in North Africa with 4 million Q1 Visitors

Morocco has maintained its position as North Africa’s tourism leader in the first quarter of 2025, welcoming 4 million visitors, a 22% increase compared to the same period last year. This performance keeps Morocco ahead of Egypt (3.9 million visitors, up 5%) and Tunisia (2.3 million visitors through April 20, up 8.8%). Morocco’s strong performance […]