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Morocco’s Interior Ministry warns against using charity for electoral ends

Morocco’s interior ministry has warned to take action against those who resort to charity during the holy month of Ramadan for electoral purposes, Moroccan media said. The distribution of charity requires a permit from competent authorities, the ministry said. Many politicians use charity by distributing foodstuff to the needy as a means to win new […]

Morocco stops more illegal migrants from reaching Europe in 2024

The number of migrants Morocco stopped from crossing illegally to Europe grew 4.6% in 2024 to 78,685, as the country faces an increasing migratory pressure. Climate change, unemployment, and wars are pushing an increasing number of African migrants to opt for the Morocco route, due to its proximity to Spanish shores. Up to 58% of […]

US urged to renew AGOA in order not to ‘lose economic ground’ in Africa to China

The United States is “missing an incredible window of opportunity” in Africa, a senior executive in US company told the US Senate Committee on Finance, urging a “quick renewal” of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) that will have the largest impact on the US business interests on the African continent. SanMar Corporation’s general […]