AU: Peace & Security Council backs Rabat’s African Atlantic Process

The African Union’s Peace and Security Council (PSC) encourages the African Atlantic Process initiated in Rabat to consolidate an African framework for cooperation on maritime security and safety. The AUPSC “encourages the African Atlantic Process in Rabat, within the framework of existing regional, sub-regional and inter-regional mechanisms, to contribute to the consolidation of an inter-African […]

Morocco’s first F-16 block 72 completes successful maiden flight

Lockheed Martin announced that the first F-16 Block 72 fighter jet destined for the Royal Moroccan Air Force has successfully completed its inaugural flight, marking a significant milestone in the Kingdom’s ongoing airpower modernization program. The aircraft is now progressing through flight testing ahead of its eventual delivery. The F-16 Block 72 represents the newest […]

Africa’s diaspora remittances to grow 5,4% in 2024, market set to reach $500bn by 2035

Remittances to Africa and the Middle East, which play a pivotal role in many regional economies, significantly contributing to their GDP, are estimated to have increased 5.4% in 2024, primarily due to rebounded flows to Egypt, after a 14.6% decline in 2023. In 2024, remittance flows to low- and middle-income countries are expected to reach […]