King Mohammed VI parliament speech

Tunisians take to the streets to protest dissolved parliament, other presidential decrees

Hundreds of Tunisians took to the streets Sunday, April 10 in Tunis, for the largest protest against President Kais Saied since he took office. Despite numerous checkpoints and controls, hundreds of people gathered on Bourguiba Avenue, at the call of Islamist Ennahdha party and “Citizens Against the Coup”, a grassroots initiative. The demonstrators demanded the […]

King Mohammed VI turns Morocco into Africa’s first tourist destination

Twenty-five years of King Mohammed VI’s rule transformed the country’s economy. The tourism sector, in particular, made major leaps forward turning the country into Africa’s most popular tourist destination and one of the most competitive in the mediterranean region. Building on a centuries-old history, unique architecture, rich traditions, colorful landscapes, world-renowned cuisine, imperial cities, hospitality […]

MENA travel trends 2023: UK, US, France, UAE top picks, close to home & experience-focused tourism

The United Kingdom, the United States and the United Arab Emirates are top travel picks for Africans and Middle Easterners in 2023, according to a recent Mastercard report that also highlighted an increasing trend when African travelers prioritize authentic experiences over material possessions, which in turn reshapes industry dynamics. Apart from uncovering the United Kingdom, […]