AFCON 2025: Morocco seal win in dramatic penalty shootout to cruise to first final in 21 years

Morocco booked a spot for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations finals after defeating Nigeria 4–2 on penalties after a goalless semi-final in Rabat on Wednesday night, before 65,458 spectators, a figure representing the highest turnout recorded at the Prince Moulay Abdellah stadium during the tournament that started on Dec.21. After 90 minutes and extra […]

Tunisian PM resigns after losing Ennahdha’s support

Tunisian Prime Minister Elyes Fakhfakh, on Wednesday, handed in his resignation to President Kais Saied, after a row with the Islamist-inspired Ennahdha party. “The decision has been made in the national interest and in order to avoid more conflicts between state institutions in the country and to uphold the principle of moralization of political life,” […]

Morocco’s Bank of Africa seeks to bring Indian investments to Morocco

Morocco’s Bank of Africa, formerly known as BMCE Bank, signed a deal with Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank) to back investments in both ways. The MoU was signed during a Webinar by representatives of the two banks who highlighted investment opportunities in innovative sectors. Speaking at the video conference, Morocco’s ambassador to India Mohamed […]