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Morocco ranked as ‘vigilant’ in Global Financial & Economic Crime Index

Morocco has been classified as a “vigilant player” in the fight against financial crime, according to the 2025 Global Economic and Financial Crime Index published by Secretariat, an Indian risk management consultancy. The ranking comes at a critical juncture as the country works to strengthen its cybersecurity framework following a recent large-scale cyberattack. The North […]

Morocco eats into its anti-coronavirus fund

Voices are rising in Morocco for a new donation campaign for the anti-coronavirus fund, which now has 9 billion dirhams ($975 mln). The fund was spurred by King Mohammed VI when the virus first outbroke in Morocco and gathered some 33.7 billion dirhams ($3.7 bln) thanks to generous donations from Moroccan enterprises and individuals. The […]

Sahel’s mining shake-up: foreign miners face growing risks as juntas seek control of mines

Foreign mining companies in the Sahel region are currently experiencing a nightmare scenario, as military-led governments in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger are seeking to reclaim control over the mining of gold and other valuable resources. With gold mining accounting for over 90% of Mali’s exports, highlighting its critical economic role, the junta-led government aims […]