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Niger: President Bazoum removed from power in Sahel’s latest coup

A group of Nigerien soldiers announced the removal of President Mohamed Bazoum after he was seized by members of his presidential guards in a coup backed by the army. “We, the defense and security forces… have decided to put an end to the regime of President Bazoum,”  a man identified as Colonel-Major Amadou Abdramane and […]

Niger assumes control of strategic uranium operations

Niger’s military administration has seized control of uranium mining operations previously managed by French nuclear firm Orano, marking a pivotal shift in resource management following the July military takeover. This development represents a significant escalation in deteriorating relations between Niger and its former colonial power, as military authorities implement comprehensive changes to foreign resource extraction […]

Morocco’s Energy Efficiency Agency Wins Energy Globe Award

The Moroccan Agency for Energy Efficiency (AMEE) has won “Energy Globe Award” 2021 for its photovoltaic water pumping system (PVWPS) used for drip irrigation. This system supports Morocco’s energy efficiency in agriculture and paves the way for a nationwide solar water pumping program for agricultural irrigation. The award was handed over to the Agency’s Chief […]