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Morocco’s centuries-old Caftan nears UNESCO recognition

Morocco is on the verge of securing UNESCO status for its iconic caftan, a garment that embodies centuries of craftsmanship and cultural identity. The inscription on the Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage is expected to be announced in the coming days, marking a historic milestone for the kingdom. The caftan, celebrated for its intricate […]

Threat of Civil War in Libya after Libyan PM Ali Zeidan Ousted

The ousting of Libya’s prime minister, Ali Zeidan, who fled to Europe earlier this week, has set off fighting between eastern and western regions that threatens to divide the country. Rebels in the east of the country demand a larger share of the income generated from Africa’s largest oil reserves. The conflict-torn country’s former PM, […]

Budget Cuts Threaten Algeria’s Fragile Social Peace

Plummeting oil prices and dwindling revenues prompted the Algerian government to adopt austerity measures including tax hikes and subsidies cuts leading to protests, notably in the restive south and northeast of the country. Algeria, which has nurtured a system based on generous handouts to the population taking the form of subsidies to fuel, electricity, housing […]