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Morocco emerges as a rare bright spot in global credit markets

Amid mounting financial tensions and a wave of sovereign credit downgrades, Morocco has defied the trend, earning an upgrade to investment grade status in 2025. The North African nation is now considered a “rising star” by Standard & Poor’s, reflecting its economic resilience and sustained reform momentum. Morocco’s transition from speculative to investment grade (BBB-) […]

Tunisia faces imminent locust invasion

Tunisia braces for a locust invasion coming from Libya, as the country experiences a rainy season auguring well for the farming season. The agriculture ministry confirmed that desert locusts have been found south in the region of Tataouine, taking advantage of favorable weather conditions. Desert locusts can consume vast amounts of crops and vegetation. A […]

Universal Music Group Launches Def Jam Recordings North Africa in Casablanca

Universal Music Morocco & North Africa, a division of Universal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, has launched “Def Jam Recordings North Africa in Casablanca to increase access, reach, and opportunity for North African hip-hop artists on the global stage. The newly set up entity will further expand Def Jam’s global footprint […]