First edition of Senegal-Mauritania Economic Forum scheduled in Dakar

The inaugural Senegal-Mauritania Economic Forum is scheduled for September 30 to October 1, 2024, at the Radisson Blu in Dakar. The event will center on the theme, “Economic Integration Amidst Energy Transition: The Role of the Private Sectors in Senegal and Mauritania.” Amidst a global shift toward energy transition, the Senegal-Mauritania Economic Forum seeks to […]

Egypt: UN human rights chief calls for respect of right to freedom of expression & peaceful assembly

The UN human rights chief has urged Egyptian authorities to respect the right to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly, “in full compliance with international norms and standards.” Human Rights Commissioner Michelle Bachelet expressed “serious concerns” over reports of a lack of due process, after authorities in Egypt made widespread arrests during protests last week. […]

Morocco Boosts Milk Production with New Plant, Strengthening Agri-food Industry

Morocco’s milk production sector has been strengthened with the recent opening of a new plant in Kenitra by the agricultural cooperative EXTRALAIT. The $10.8 million unit, which produces pasteurized milk, comes to enhance the dairy supply chain, which plays a central role in national food security. EXTRALAIT is a major dairy cooperative founded in 1953, […]