Smail Chergui, former Ambassador of Algeria to Russia, has been holding the position of African Union Commissioner for Peace and Security (PSC) since October 12, 2013. The AU official had been mentioned in accusations of sexual abuse, abuse of power and administrative abuses, which have led to resignations of AU staff members. The charges […]
The trial of Karim Tabbou, a key figure in the Hirak anti-government protest movement, opened on Monday, after several postponements. The chairman of the small, unregistered opposition party the Democratic Social Union (UDS), appeared free before the Kolea court. He is accused of undermining the morale of the army. Journalists were initially barred […]
Morocco has quadrupled its avocado sales to Germany in six years with 5000 tons worth $17 million this past season, specialized media reported. Globally, Morocco became the world’s 9th largest exporter of avocados among a rising demand for fruit. In Germany, Morocco faces competition from Mexico, Spain and the Netherlands. Overall, Morocco exported 45,000 tons […]
