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Algeria: Head of internal security sacked in wake of deadly stampede

Algeria’s interim President Abdelkader Bensalah has replaced head of internal security, Abdelkader Kara Bouhadba, after five people died Thursday in a stampede, at a rap concert, in capital Algiers. The head of the DGSN Bouhadba held the position for few months only as he was appointed in February. His removal is part of few unprecedented […]

BCG Report Puts Artificial Intelligence at the Heart of Moroccan Banking’s Next Growth Phase

Morocco’s banking sector enters an AI-defined growth phase from a position of strength, according to the third edition of Boston Consulting Group’s Future of Finance 2026 report, which analyses the performance of nearly 1,500 financial institutions, including major African markets. In 2025, Moroccan banks recorded approximately 8 percent growth in their consolidated balance sheets, while […]

Morocco transforms weather challenges into a showcase of capability and ambition at African Cup of Nations

Torrential rains failed to dampen the first five days of the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, as Morocco delivered world-class playing conditions and flawless organization. Stadiums equipped with advanced SubAir technology and hybrid turf ensured perfectly playable surfaces, with no waterlogging or disruption to the matches, drawing praise from players and fans. International media hailed […]