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[ad_1] Seven Algerian teenagers, younger than 18 years old, stole a fishing boat from Algiers port and navigated their way for 300 kilometers in the open sea until they docked in the Spanish island of Ibiza. They documented their hazardous journey using their phones and shared sequences on social media. Algerian countrymen hailed them as a symbol of defiance against an oppressive regime stagnant in anachronism and failed policies. The incident, dubbed by some as Algeria’s own Prison Break, has sparked a national reckoning. In a country rich in oil and gas but plagued by chronic unemployment and political sclerosis,…

[ad_1] Manchester United defender Noussair Mazraoui has opened up about the challenges of observing Ramadan while competing at the highest level of football. “That’s number one for me, that’s everything,” Mazraoui told The National when discussing his faith. He described playing matches without food or water as a test of both physical and mental endurance. “It’s like playing like any other month, but then without food or water. I still must play football. I still must run. No excuses. You must dig in deeper. You must get through a lot more pain during the game than normally. But, like I…

[ad_1] Ghana has joined a growing list of African nations cooperating with the United States in its controversial immigration enforcement policy, accepting 14 West African deportees recently removed from the U.S.President John Dramani Mahama confirmed that the arrivals — mostly Nigerians and one Gambian — landed in Accra and were swiftly assisted in returning to their respective home countries. He emphasized that Ghana’s role is as a regional transit point, not a final destination. “We were approached by the U.S. to accept third-party nationals,” Mahama said. “All our fellow West Africans don’t need a visa to come to our country.”…

[ad_1] The second edition of the Cinema Festival will take place from September 11 to 14 across 20 cinemas and multiplexes nationwide, organizers announced Wednesday evening during a launch ceremony at Casablanca’s Pathé Californie multiplex. Organized in partnership with the Moroccan Cinematographic Center (CCM) and the Moroccan Chamber of Cinema Halls, the festival aims to make the seventh art accessible to all audiences while reinforcing the role of cinema in Morocco’s cultural life. For four days, cinemas will transform into spaces for cultural exchange, featuring a program of more than 50 Moroccan and international films, all screened at a flat…

[ad_1] Ethiopia is set to break ground on a mega nuclear power plant, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announced Tuesday (9 September), unveiling a sweeping $30 billion infrastructure agenda aimed at transforming the country’s energy, transport, and industrial sectors.Speaking at the inauguration of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) — Africa’s largest hydropower project — Ahmed said the nuclear facility would match the GERD in scale and significance. With two planned reactors expected to produce 2,400 MW by 2034, the project builds on a 2017 energy cooperation agreement with Russia. The nuclear power plant would be “equal to the GERD” in…

[ad_1] Gas nitriding is a thermochemical surface treatment process widely employed in the metalworking industry to enhance the mechanical properties of various metallic components.  How does Gas Nitriding work?  This process involves diffusing nitrogen atoms into the surface layers of a workpiece at elevated temperatures, typically in the range of 480°C to 570°C (900°F to 1050°F). The nitrogen atoms penetrate the material, forming various nitride phases that significantly improve hardness, wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and fatigue strength. The primary mechanism behind gas nitriding involves exposing the workpiece to a nitrogen-rich atmosphere, often comprising ammonia (NH₃) or a mixture of nitrogen…

[ad_1] Morocco’s construction sector demonstrated robust growth with cement deliveries reaching 9.63 million tons through August 2025, marking a 10.38 percent increase compared to the same period in 2024, according to the Ministry of National Territory Planning, Urban Planning, Housing and City Policy. The sustained demand reflects ongoing infrastructure development and real estate expansion across the kingdom. Distribution channels absorbed the largest share with 5.27 million tons, followed by ready-mix concrete production at 2.42 million tons. Prefabricated concrete manufacturers consumed 984,097 tons, while infrastructure projects required 627,815 tons. Building construction utilized 280,154 tons, and mortar production accounted for 43,561 tons,…

[ad_1] Libya’s Acting Minister of Oil and Gas, Khalifa Abdelsadiq, has called for stronger international partnerships to enhance energy security, stressing that effective policies are essential for stabilising markets and advancing the global energy transition. Speaking at the Gastech 2025 Conference in Milan, he emphasised the strategic role of natural gas in diversifying the energy mix and supporting the shift toward cleaner energy sources. Abdelsadiq also highlighted rising global demand and ongoing geopolitical tensions as major challenges, urging the adoption of innovative financing models to boost investment and technology deployment. The Ministry of Oil and Gas said Libya’s participation in…

[ad_1] Morocco’s tourist arrivals rose 15% to 13.5 million by the end of August 2025, the tourism ministry said. In July and August, 4.6 million tourists visited the Kingdom, a 6% year-on-year growth, it said. Three million Moroccans living abroad (MREs), up 13% from the previous summer, drove the surge in arrivals. Notably, Morocco’s performance stands in contrast to global trends. While the World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism) projects a modest 5% growth in international tourism for 2025, Morocco’s figures demonstrate a much stronger recovery and expansion. In 2024, 17.4 million tourists, a record number, visited the country. Morocco has…

[ad_1] Mohammedia – Apple revealed the iPhone 17 series, which includes four models: iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max, each offering new features that make phones faster, brighter, and more powerful. All models use Apple’s A19 chip, and the Pro models use A19 Pro, which is faster and more energy-efficient than last year’s chip. This means apps open quicker, multitasking is smoother, and the battery lasts longer. The chip also powers AI features like smarter camera effects and improved video performance. The screen is a big upgrade, too. The iPhone 17 has a 6.3‑inch Super Retina OLED screen with a 120 Hz refresh rate and…