rabat-based african migration observatory

DRC: clashes between M23 rebels, govt forces intensify in country’s east

Conflict between one of eastern Congo’s most active rebel groups and the government armed forces is intensifying in the country’s Masisi territory, which has prompted residents of the region’s largest city of Goma to flee the area. As fighters from the infamous M23 rebel group are attacking a community considered the last line of defense […]

World Bank brings to $300 million funding to Morocco’s risk management system

The World Bank has added $100 million to an existing $200 million loan to help Morocco manage natural risks and hazards. “Protecting the people and economy against natural hazard can save Morocco over US$800 million a year,” said Jesko Hentschel, World Bank Maghreb Country Director. “Developing more resilience to the risk of natural disaster is […]

Moroccan-US military cooperation reviewed in Rabat

Military cooperation between Morocco and the USA was reviewed at meetings held in Rabat by General James C. McConville, Chief of Staff of the US Army, who is on an official work visit in Morocco at the head of a high-level delegation. The US senior officer held separate talks Monday with Minister in charge of […]