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Two soldiers of Benin’s army killed in IED explosion

Two soldiers of Benin’s armed forces died Tuesday December 12 in the explosion of an improvised explosive device (IED) in the commune of Karimama, north of the country reeling with terrorism activities. The incident reportedly occurred at Bako Moko in the commune. The soldiers’ motorbike ran over an IED on their way after they left […]

Morocco’s Gold Potential: What Lies Beneath the Surface?

As gold prices shatter historic records on global markets — now trading durably above $5,000 per ounce — the surge is reigniting an old ambition in Morocco: unlocking the kingdom’s long-dormant auriferous potential. But how much gold does Morocco actually have, and what can it realistically produce? The current gold rally is no fleeting phenomenon. […]

Morocco’s King Announces Setting up of ad-hoc Committee to Improve Development Model

King Mohammed VI announced Monday the setting up by next fall of an ad-hoc committee for the development model that will make proposals and suggestions on how to improve the development reforms and increase their effectiveness. In a speech he delivered Monday evening on Throne Day, marking this year the 20th anniversary of his enthronement, […]