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Algeria’s bus tragedy reveals rot beneath the surface

When a 21-year-old bus plunged off a bridge into the Oued El Harrach on August 15, killing 18 and injuring 24, it didn’t just crash into a river, it sank into a lake of sewage that has been left untreated since the country’s independence. The site, long known for its toxic pollution and foul stench, […]

Is Uganda’s Museveni preparing his son for succession?

Ugandan president Yoweri Museveni promoted his 49-year-old son to top commander of the army, in a move that signals he is preparing him to succession. Museveni’s son, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has been touring the country to “spread patriotism” among Ugandans, in a clear violation of a law that bans serving army officers from partaking in […]

Morocco exports $60 mln of electricity in 2021

Morocco exported 851 Ghw of electricity in 2021, worth 565 million dirhams ($60 million), as it continues to diversify its energy mix away from fossil fuels, the treasury said. Electricity exports were up 700% compared to a year earlier while imports grew only 20% to 688 Gwh, the treasury said in a recent report. The […]