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[ad_1] U.S. senior advisor for Africa Massad Boulos has quelled Algeria’s speculations about a possible change in the United States’ position on the Sahara, leaving the Algerian junta in “shock and awe” as their margin of maneuver is considerably reducing. In an interview with Algerian newspaper El Watan, Boulos said he discussed the Sahara issue with top Algerian leaders including President Abdelmajid Tebboune and foreign minister Attaf. He delivered them the message of U.S. President Donald Trump that Washington recognizes Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara and fully supports the Moroccan autonomy plan as the only realistic solution to the regional…

[ad_1] Rabat — Two senior Ghanaian ministers died Wednesday when their military helicopter crashed in the country’s south, the presidency announced. Defense Minister Edward Omane Boamah and Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed were among the victims of the deadly crash, according to Julius Debrah, chief of staff to President John Mahama. The military helicopter disappeared from radar screens shortly after taking off from Accra around 9:00 AM local time, heading northwest toward Obuasi. The Ghana Air Force had reported the aircraft missing earlier Wednesday, saying it carried three crew members and five passengers. “The president and government express their condolences…

[ad_1] Panama has formally reaffirmed its support for Morocco’s autonomy plan for the Sahara, aligning itself with a growing number of nations backing Rabat’s proposal as the only realistic solution to the long-standing territorial dispute. The announcement, made by Panamanian Foreign Minister Javier Martínez-Acha during Morocco’s Throne Day celebrations, is seen as a significant diplomatic development. It comes as Panama assumes its role as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for the 2025–2026 term. Martínez-Acha described Morocco’s autonomy proposal, first presented in 2007, as the “only serious and credible alternative” to resolving the conflict. His remarks follow…

[ad_1] Rabat — The stray dog shelter scandal has resurfaced to expose the careless management of this phenomenon in Morocco. This time, the limelight is on the city of Fez, where one dog shelter’s rampant mismanagement has left its animals to die a slow death. A shocking Facebook video has exposed the horrific conditions at the stray dog shelter in the city of Fez, where emaciated animals languish in what activists call “death cages.” The footage reveals dozens of severely malnourished dogs packed into filthy enclosures without proper care or attention. The animals appear to suffer from extreme weight loss…

[ad_1] Morocco’s public agency for small and medium enterprises, Maroc PME, has introduced “Power Export,” a new support program designed to enhance the export capabilities of Moroccan businesses. The initiative offers tailored assistance to both emerging and experienced exporters, reinforcing international trade as a key pillar of national economic growth. Power Export provides two core services: a comprehensive export diagnostic followed by an individualized action plan, and a personalized coaching program for companies with clear international ambitions. Eligible companies can receive up to 80% coverage of diagnostic costs, capped at MAD 50,000. To qualify, businesses must have at least two…

[ad_1] Brussels – Japan commemorated the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on Wednesday, with survivors’ voices growing concern over the global shift toward nuclear rearmament and the push for disarmament. The solemn ceremony at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park gathered local officials, international dignitaries, and atomic bomb survivors, many of whom fear their testimonies could soon be lost to time.  “There will be nobody left to pass on this sad and painful experience in 10 or 20 years,” said 94-year-old Minoru Suzuto. “That’s why I want to share my story as much as I can.” The US bombing…

[ad_1] Morocco was elected Tuesday Vice-President of the 3rd UN Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries, taking place in Awaza, Turkmenistan August 5 to 8. Morocco’s election, in the person of Permanent Representative to the UN Omar Hilale, is an international recognition of the important role played by Morocco to enable landlocked countries access to the sea for their economic development, international trade and connectivity. The Royal initiative offering Atlantic Ocean access to Sahel countries is evidence of Morocco’s commitment to strengthen the resilience of landlocked developing countries. Without access to the global marketplace and deprived of the means to develop…

[ad_1] Tanzania will look to maintain their perfect start to the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) when they face Mauritania today at the Benjamin Mkapa National Stadium in Dar es Salaam. Kick-off is at 6 pm Morocco time (GMT+1), and fans can catch the action live on BeIN Sports. The Taifa Stars opened their campaign with a convincing 2-0 win over Burkina Faso and could all but secure a place in the quarter-finals with another victory. Head coach Hemed Sulaiman struck a confident yet cautious tone ahead of the Group B game. “There’s great morale within the team. Our focus,…

[ad_1] China’s Global Security Initiative (GSI), launched in 2022 by President Xi Jinping, is increasingly shaping Africa’s security architecture, drawing both support and scrutiny across the continent.According to a new analysis by the Washington-based Africa Center for Strategic Studies, the GSI is rapidly reshaping security partnerships across Africa, embedding Chinese norms into military, policing, and governance structures on the continent. Framed around cooperative security and non-interference, the GSI presents itself as a “Global South” alternative to Western-led security models — but its deeper agenda is raising alarm among African thought leaders. Through the China-Africa FOCAC platform, China has mainstreamed the…

[ad_1] Marrakech – The Ministry of Islamic Affairs and Endowments has issued a clarification statement regarding its decision to dismiss the head of the local religious council of Figuig, responding to the controversy surrounding the matter. In its statement, the Ministry declared that the decision followed clear legal and institutional procedures, calling some reactions to the decision “either malicious or hasty.” Grounds for dismissal  Dismissals from responsibilities within religious councils may occur for various reasons, including disciplinary decisions or performance evaluation reports, it added. The statement further spelled out that “dismissal from regulatory positions is based either on a court…