Morocco proposes family law reforms for women
The proposed changes include raising the minimum age for marriage exemptions and expanding women’s custody rights.
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North Africa
Joint projects at Morocco-Mauritania summit
Morocco and Mauritania have reiterated their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and promoting joint strategic projects, including the Afro-Atlantic gas pipeline.
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New round of Libyan peace talks begins in Morocco
The goal is to break the political deadlock and find a solution to the ongoing crisis.
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Morocco launches first futures market in North Africa
Morocco is set to launch its first futures market, with contracts based on the MASI 20 index.
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French student detained in Tunisia released
A 27-year-old French Ph.D. student was arrested in Tunisia and detained for several weeks.
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Algeria marks 70 years of independence from France
The event highlighted the country’s military strength and the sacrifices made by its people.
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Moroccan activist arrested over Macron visit
The arrest has raised concerns about the shrinking space for dissent in the country.
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Rare deluge turns Sahara into water wonderland
A rare deluge of rainfall in the Sahara Desert has brought relief to drought-stricken regions in Morocco and Algeria, but has also caused flooding and damage to crops.
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Italy’s Eni eyes Libyan oil and gas potential
Italy’s Eni plans to resume exploration activities in Libya’s Ghadames Basin next year, despite ongoing political instability.
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Algerian president sworn in for 2nd term
Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune was sworn in Tuesday for a new five-year term following his victory in the Sept. 7 presidential election. Tebboune, who secured 84.30% of the vote, tasked Prime Minister Nadir Larbaoui’s government with continuing its duties after it submitted its resignation following the election. Larbaoui submitted the government’s resignation as part of a “mandatory constitutional procedure” following the inauguration of the newly-elected president, according to a statement from the presidency.
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