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Moroccan diplomacy outperforms Algeria in the Sahel- Wilson Center

For every step forward Morocco makes to foster ties with the Sahel, Algeria makes a step backwards, says an analysis published by the Washington-based Wilson Center. Morocco has, even before returning to the African Union, built a strong win-win basis for its ties with Sahel countries through a multipronged strategy that combines soft-power with investments […]

Mauritania: Government Accused of Institutionalized Racism

Human rights groups in Mauritania have accused the Government of institutionalized racism after it appeared that the executive body prevented a youth soccer team from attending a tournament in Qatar because they were “slaves.” The Mauritanian Observatory for Human Rights (MOHR) Tuesday called on the Government to launch a probe into the refusal by authorities […]

Niger adopts new national anthem

Niger’s lawmakers Thursday adopted a new national anthem as the country seeks to reconnect with its pride. The new anthem titled “Honor of the fatherland” proposed in a new law bill was adopted by 149 lawmakers present in the Parliament. The previous anthem, La Nigerienne, hides a certain number of messages, always highlighting a relationship […]