African Union

Renewables: Morocco‘s King Calls for Diligence to Overcome Delays in Major Projects

King Mohammed VI, accompanied by Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan, chaired on Thursday in Rabat a meeting devoted to the renewable energies strategy within the frame of the Sovereign’s constant follow up of the major and strategic projects launched in the Kingdom. During this meeting, the Monarch noted “several delays” in the implementation of this […]

Tunisia: Bakers on strike over state’s refusal to pay €78 million subsidies; night protests continue for fifth day

Tunisian bakers have gone on strike across Tunisia to protest against the government’s reluctance to disburse around 78 million euros (TND250 million) in form of subsidy. The union of bakers of the North African country issued the strike order Tuesday. Mohamed Bouanen, the chair of the union told local media Express FM, that bakers are […]

Madagascar: Group of candidates for November presidential elections demand rejection of incumbent leader’s bid

As many as eight candidates including two former Presidents have demanded Madagascar’s top court to reject the candidacy of incumbent leader Andry Rajoelina for November elections in connection to his dual citizenship. Marc Ravalomanana, Hery Rajaonarimampianina, Andry Raobelina, Auguste Paraina, Hajo Andrianainarivelo, Tahina Razafinjoelina, Siteny Randrianasoloniaiko and Masy Goulamaly, Madagascar Tribune reports, signed Wednesday August […]