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Public-Private Partnerships in Africa: Leaders emerge, others struggle

A clear divide has emerged in Africa’s public-private partnership (PPP) landscape, with five nations, including Morocco and Egypt, establishing themselves as continental leaders while others face significant challenges in attracting and managing private investment for public infrastructure. Morocco, which is part of the leaders’ tier, has developed a holistic strategy centered around landmark achievements in […]

Tunisia’s former presidential candidate Samir Abdeli sentenced to 18 years in prison

A Tunisian Court has sentenced on July 7 lawyer and former presidential candidate Samir Abdeli to 18 years in prison in a case handled by the Criminal chamber specializing in terrorism-related offenses at the Tunis Court of First Instance. The ruling also affected people close to Abdeli, with his personal driver receiving a three-year prison […]

World Politics Review: Morocco’s economic integration strategy in Sahara pays-off

Morocco’s strategy in defending its legitimate rights over its southern provinces has evolved from a security angle to a focus on economic development and investment opportunities, says World Politics Review, an American academic quarterly journal. The Sahara issue has seen a significant diplomatic shift since 2020, when U.S. President Donald Trump announced American recognition of […]