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Russia-Africa summit: by halting grain deal, Putin risks alienating its African partners

When African leaders meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg in late July for a summit, their discussions will likely be overshadowed by Russia’s pull-out of the Black Sea Grain Initiative that could badly damage Moscow’s relations with its African partners. Billed as strengthening cooperation in peace, security, and development, the Russia-Africa Summit […]

Morocco makes history, reaches semi-finals after knocking down Portugal

Morocco makes history, reaches semi-finals after knocking down Portugal 1 to null. The Atlas Lions have qualified for the semi-finals of the World Cup. Beyond the sporting side of this feat, which we owe to Walid Regragui and his marvellous team, this victory reinforces the “soft power” of Morocco, a country which is positioning itself […]

Libya launches first electronic payment forum to boost financial modernization

Libya’s Central Bank has inaugurated on Sunday, June 15, the nation’s first Electronic Payment Forum and Exhibition at the Tripoli International Fairgrounds, marking a significant step towards digitalizing its financial landscape. The two-day event, held under the patronage of the Central Bank Governor, has convened commercial banks, local firms, and international e-payment providers to explore […]