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Suez Canal revenue more than halved due to Houthi attacks on vessels

Egypt said its revenue from the Suez Canal shrunk by 60% as the Yemeni Houthi rebels continue targeting vessels. “We have lost more than 50-60% of the revenue from the Suez Canal, and over the past 7-8 months, we have lost more than $6 billion,” Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi said, warning of the repercussions […]

EAC’s expansion to Ethiopia, Djibouti might be potentially beneficial for economic growth, but might jeopardize bloc’s cohesion, experts warn

The East African Community (EAC) is considering the admission of Ethiopia and Djibouti into the bloc following the joining of Somalia, but experts warn regional leaders not to prioritize “expansion at the expense of addressing pressing internal issues and security concerns.” The admission of Ethiopia and Djibouti into the EAC could potentially create new opportunities […]

Morocco’s King extends condolences to family of anthropologist Yves Coppens

King Mohammed VI has sent on Saturday a message of condolences and compassion to the family and friends of late French anthropologist Yves Coppens, who was member of the Hassan II Academy of Sciences and Techniques. In his message, the King said he learned with emotion the passing of the renowned pundit in paleontology and […]