AfDB contributes $220 mln to Improve Industrial Competiveness in Morocco

The African Development Bank (AfDB) last week announced a contribution of $220 million to implement a results-oriented program intended to improve territorial competitiveness in Morocco. The program, part of Morocco’s efforts to implement its industrial acceleration plan at the level of regions, is aimed at setting up new industrial poles, attracting private investors and generating […]

Engie North Africa seeks buyer for its stake in Safi coal plant

North African offshoot at French Engie compagnie said it was looking to sell its stakes at Safi coal-powered station, as part of its plan to quit coal operations before 2027, its CEO told Reuters. The company operates Morocco’s largest wind park in Tarfaya and is building a desalination plant along with its wind farm in […]

US ambassador killed in attack on consulate in Benghazi

The US ambassador to Libya, Christopher Stevens, and three other embassy staff members were killed on Tuesday during an attack on the US consulate in Benghazi, Libyan and US official sources have confirmed. The US ambassador was visiting the Libyan Eastern city, when the US consulate was attacked and burnt down by angry demonstrators who […]