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Niger forum highlights role of Morocco’s Commandership of the Faithful

Morocco’s expanding religious diplomacy took center stage this week in Niger, where African scholars and officials underscored the pivotal role of the Royal institution of the Commandership of the Faithful in promoting stability and moderation across a continent facing mounting security and ideological challenges. The two‑day colloquium, held on June 6–7 in Niamey and organized […]

Mali halts new artisanal mining permits for foreigners following deadly accidents

Mali, Africa’s second-largest gold producer, has suspended the issuance of new artisanal mining permits to foreign nationals after a series of fatal accidents in the country’s artisanal mining sector. The move follows a devastating mine collapse on 15 February in the western Kayes region, which claimed the lives of at least 43 people, mostly women. […]

Opening of U.S. AC Syracuse Academy in Moroccan Sahara

AC Syracuse, a community based professional soccer team in New York, will open an academy in the Moroccan Saharan city of Laayoune under a partnership sealed with the football league of Laayoune Sakia El Hamra to strengthen sports capabilities of local youth. AC Syracuse and Laayoune Sakia El Hamra have agreed to promote and develop […]