COVID-19: Easing or lifting restrictive measures in Morocco depends on evolution of epidemiological situation

The decision to ease or lift the confinement and other restrictions imposed to limit the spread of the coronavirus remains closely linked to the evolution of the epidemiological situation in Morocco, said spokesperson for the government, Saaid Amzazi. “The government has decided to gradually ease the quarantine measures according to the zones and in phases, […]

Morocco’s King Urges IsDB Group to bolster Private Sector, Engine of Growth

King Mohammed VI has urged the Islamic Development Bank to help its member countries to diversify their economies and stimulate the private sector, a growth engine and a source for the creation of wealth. In a message to the 44th annual meeting of IDB Group, convening in Marrakech (April 5-6), the Moroccan Sovereign said most […]

Guinea-Bissau awaits election results after 5 years of political turmoil

Voters in Guinea-Bissau are awaiting the result of last week’s presidential election, with the incumbent Jose Mario Vaz facing stiff competition after five years of political and economic turmoil. A total of 12 candidates are running, with a former prime minister, Domingos Simoes Pereira, emerging as a front-runner. Guinea-Bissau has had seven prime ministers in […]