Mauritanie

Moroccan government backpedals on controversial social media law

A draft law governing social media that has spilled so much ink because of clauses that were described as detrimental to the freedom of speech was finally put off by the Moroccan government citing inconsistencies with the constitution. A version leaked online of the draft decree included provisions incriminating calls for consumer boycotts on social […]

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 […]

Facebook in the crossfire: Kenyan govt rallies around US giant after watchdog’s ultimatum

Kenya has no intention of shutting down Facebook, a technology giant which is owned by its parent company Meta, its minister for information, communication and technology (ICT) said on Monday, August 1, after the national cohesion watchdog gave the platform seven days to comply with rules on hate speech or face suspension. The watchdog’s ultimatum […]