World-bank-Morocco

Africa yet to tap into gold wealth as prices hit record high

Gold prices surged to historic highs in 2025, repeatedly approaching $4,000 an ounce, according to the World Gold Council, as geopolitical tensions, global inflation and aggressive central bank buying drove demand for the safe-haven metal. The rally has reignited debate over Africa’s role in the global gold market. The continent holds nearly 30% of global […]

Tunisia mourns ahead of “open war” against terrorism

Tunisia is mourning 14 of its soldiers killed while breaking their fast at their posts near the Algerian border. A soldier still remains missing. The attack on two army posts is believed to have been carried out by “terrorist groups” linked to Al-Qaeda. No group has claimed responsibility yet but the government has already pinpointed […]

Morocco/Military Service: 1st Group of Draftees Starts Training Sept.1

After the mandatory military service has been reinstated in Morocco, the first group of young conscripts will start their one-year training September 1. Only 15,000 draftees out of the 25,000 called up will be enlisted after undergoing a series of physical and medical tests starting August 19, according to local media. To ensure success to […]