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How Algeria moved from resisting colonialism to defending its legacy

Algeria gained its independence after an armed struggle in which Morocco and Tunisia played a pivotal role. But, after its independence, a military junta turned its back to its neighbors and adopted a territorial consolidation policy based on defending the colonial border legacy. Post-independent Algiers forced Tunisia to relinquish its claims to border areas amputated […]

Global warming: 4th edition of Africa climate talks held in Mozambique

The all-important 4th edition of the Africa Climate Talks (ACTs!) was held in in Maputo, Mozambique under the theme “Ensuring a just and equitable transition and human security in Africa: building resilience.” African nations gathered for the climate talks this July 27-29 to identify their priorities and come up with a common position ahead of […]

Coronavirus: Moroccan Tourism sector to lose $3.5 bln

Tourism seems to be the most hit sector after Morocco shut its borders with different tourism-related businesses standing to lose 34 billion dirhams ($3.5 bln), head of tourism federation Abdellatif Kabbaj said. The tourism sector including hotels, restaurants and tour operators, employ 500,000 people whose jobs are at risk because of the consequences of the […]