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The Libyan Investment Authority (LIA) has achieved the highest growth rate among global sovereign wealth funds in 2025, according to a report by Global SWF. The LIA recorded an impressive 32% year-on-year growth, earning an overall score of 84% in the Governance, Sustainability, and Resilience (GSR) Scoreboard. This performance places the LIA third among Arab […]
King Mohammed VI has authorized the immediate operation of 13 new social centers across Morocco, representing a significant expansion of services for the country’s most vulnerable populations through a $30 million investment. The Mohammed V Foundation for Solidarity constructed these facilities across eight provinces as part of three major programs addressing healthcare access, disability support, […]
As the conflict between Israel and Iran escalates, security analysts warn of potential destabilization in already volatile regions of Africa, particularly the Horn of Africa and the Sahel. Though both countries have limited economic and diplomatic presence in Africa, their regional entanglements and alliances could produce indirect but serious consequences. Hendrik Maihack of Germany’s Friedrich […]
Morocco’s National Airports Office (ONDA) has launched a comprehensive organizational restructuring to strengthen performance and deploy its strategic “Airports 2030” development plan through leadership changes across three major operational divisions. The airport authority announced two significant internal organizational changes involving interim appointments, recruitment processes, and retention of internal expertise. ONDA has issued calls for applications […]
President Donald Trump will host leaders from Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, and Senegal for an unexpected summit scheduled July 9-11, marking a significant diplomatic engagement with West African nations. The surprise announcement represents a continuation of intensifying American diplomatic efforts toward the African continent, following recent successful mediation between regional partners. Last month, the White […]
A high-ranking economic delegation led by the President of the Federation of Saudi Chambers, Hassan bin Mujeb Al-Huwaizi, is currently on a visit to Morocco to explore new investment prospects in the North African country. The visit is part of the strengthening of economic ties between Morocco and Saudi Arabi, and aims to identify new […]
Morocco’s State Secretary for Foreign Trade, Omar Hejira, reaffirmed the kingdom’s commitment to sharing renewable energy and electrification expertise with African nations during a major energy conference in Dakar. Speaking at the opening of the African Confederation of Electricity, Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency touring exhibition, Hejira emphasized Morocco’s resolve to implement effective and supportive […]
A Peruvian parliamentary delegation paid a visit to Dakhla on Tuesday to learn about the development momentum in the region across various areas. The visit of the Peruvian delegation, led by Speaker of the Peruvian Congress Eduardo Salhuana Cavides, provided opportunity to discover the region’s potential and infrastructure in various economic and social sectors. In […]
Morocco has taken a decisive step toward shaping its digital future with the launch of its first National Artificial Intelligence Summit, held on July 1 in Rabat. The event brought together key public and private stakeholders to discuss the country’s AI ambitions and the urgent need to integrate artificial intelligence into its economic and industrial […]
The European Union has pledged a firmer stance on illegal migration from Libya following a spike in sea crossings to southern Europe. EU Commissioner for Migration, Magnus Brunner, announced on Tuesday, July 1st, plans to lead a delegation to Libya next week alongside officials from Greece, Italy, and Malta. Their mission is to press Libyan […]