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Morocco’s PM defends government’s mid-term achievements

Head of the Moroccan government Aziz Akhannouch defended the achievements of his government at half-term, focusing on social projects including direct subsidies, mandatory health coverage, and the reform of the health and education sectors. Akhannouch-led government has come under fierce criticism by the opposition which decry a surge in unemployment and a lack of communication […]

Morocco assumes presidency of AU Peace and Security Council, comes at forefront of AU’s critical decision-making body

Morocco has officially taken over the presidency of the African Union’s (AU) Peace and Security Council (PSC) for a three-year term from 2022 to 2025. This transition, effective as of February 1, 2024, positions Morocco at the forefront of the AU’s critical decision-making body responsible for advancing peace, security, and stability across the continent. This […]

Tunisia: Two top home security commanders fired in wake of prison-break by five terrorists

Tunisia’s Interior ministry announced Tuesday October 31 the removal of both Director General of Special Services and of General Intelligence few moments after five high profile terrorists managed to break away from a prison in the town of Mornaguia, 14km from capital Tunis. The terrorists namely Ahmed Melki aka “Le Somalien”, Ameur Balâazi, Raed Touati, […]