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Egypt: Grand Imam endorses monogamy as fairness to women, children

Grand Imam of al-Azhar institute, Egypt’s Sunni Islam highest authority, has taken a stand against polygamy, noting that monogamy is the rule in the holy book and that polygamy hurts women and children. Sheikh Ahmed al-Tayeb who is considered as Egypt’s Grand Iman said those who practice polygamy understand the Koran wrongly. “Those who say […]

Morocco to buy 7000 buses ahead of World Cup

In a push towards green mobility, Morocco announced its plan to buy 7000 urban buses, half of which will be electric, ahead of the World Cup due in 2030, industry and trade minister Ryad Mezzour said. A deal has been reached with the interior ministry to renew the bus fleet before the World Cup, he […]

Mauritania: Mining permits must support production, not speculation

Mauritania’s Minister of Mines and Industry, Eddi Ould Zeine, has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to strengthening governance in the mining sector, stressing that mining permits are meant for resource exploitation and value creation rather than speculation or monopolies. Speaking at a press conference after the Council of Ministers meeting, Ould Zeine said the recent cancellation […]