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Algeria from self-isolation to marginalization in Arab league

After ensuing a series of self-inflicted diplomatic blows, the new Algeria continues to punch above its weight in denial of a reality wherein its voice is no longer audible including within the Arab League. Algeria has failed to join the BRICS, cut ties with Morocco, is mired in a diplomatic crisis with France, has alienated […]

COVID-19: Containment costs Africa $65.7 billion a month

The containment imposed to limit the spread of COVID-19 costs Africa 2.5% of its GDP, equivalent to $65.7 billion per month, the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) revealed in a report. Private companies approached by the authors of the report say they are working at only 43% of their potential. These estimates do not take […]

Morocco Set to Gain Diplomatic Edge from New UNSC Composition

The election of five new non-permanent members to the United Nations Security Council for the 2027-2028 term is expected to reinforce Morocco’s diplomatic position on the Sahara issue, although some reservations remain, analysts say. Austria, Portugal, Kyrgyzstan, Zimbabwe and Trinidad and Tobago will join the Council on January 1, 2027, replacing Denmark, Greece, Pakistan, Panama […]