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Burkina Faso rally calls for ‘sovereignty’ without France, endorses junta in power

Several thousands of demonstrators rallied in Burkina Faso’s capital on Saturday (28 January) in support of the ruling junta, a few days after the confirmation of the departure of France special forces from the country by February. Packing Nation Square in central Ouagadougou, demonstrators held signs bearing slogans including “Down with imperialism,” “Down with French […]

African Election Observers Training in Morocco, promoting skills for peace & democracy in continent

Some 120 African election observers from 52 countries of the continent started Monday in Rabat a training session focusing on electoral process in Africa, political dialogue, governance, inclusive democracy, observers code of conduct, duties, methodology and activities. The opening ceremony was co-chaired by Minister of Foreign Affairs Nasser Bourita, and the African Union Commissioner for […]

UN Fourth Committee reiterates support for UN-led political process on Sahara

The Fourth Committee of the United Nations General Assembly has adopted without a vote a resolution reiterating its support for the political process led under the exclusive auspices of the United Nations for the settlement of the regional dispute over the Moroccan Sahara. The resolution calls on all parties to fully cooperate with the UN […]