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PSA-FCA merger could bring new automotive investments to Morocco- Industry Minister

A merger between French automaker PSA, which already operates a plant in Kenitra, and Italian FCA could pave the way for the setting up of a FIAT factory in Morocco, said Industry and Trade Minister Moulay Hafid El Alamy. Speaking at a meeting in Italy, held by Morocco’s export promotion agency (AMDIE) and the Italian […]

Moroccan mayor to stand before justice after inciting curfew violation

The mayor of Louta, a commune in Al Hoceima province, was arrested pending his trial after inciting nationals in his locality to openly defy a night curfew that the government wants to maintain during Ramadan. The government cited fears of a new wave of new coronavirus strains and extended the curfew to Ramadan from 20:00 […]

Sierra Leone’s election irregularities raise global concerns

A watchdog group in Sierra Leone responsible for monitoring elections has reported irregularities in voting results in the 24 June ballot, as 67% of Sierra Leonians reportedly believe their country is headed in the wrong direction, according to Council of Foreign Relations. National Election Watch said in a statement that it “has noted large inconsistencies […]