Egypt strengthens fuel and power strategy as summer electricity demand set to climb

Egypt is intensifying coordination between its energy authorities to secure electricity supplies during the summer months, as officials prepare for a significant increase in power consumption driven by seasonal demand. The country's ministries responsible for electricity and petroleum have launched a joint strategy aimed at ensuring adequate......

Green Hydrogen Boom Positions Morocco and Egypt at the Center of the Global Energy Transition

Africa is rapidly strengthening its position in the global energy landscape as countries accelerate investments in green hydrogen, a key component of the transition toward low-carbon economies. According to a recent report by the International Energy Agency (IEA), the continent is expected to witness a major expansion in clean hydrogen production......

Egypt adds four state-owned companies to privatisation programme, cabinet announces

Egypt has added four state-owned companies to its ongoing privatisation programme, according to a statement from the cabinet on Sunday, marking another step in the country’s efforts to restructure parts of its public sector and attract greater private investment. The decision reflects continued government policy aimed at expanding private-sector......

Arab Parliament praises HM King Mohammed VI's leadership in supporting Jerusalem and the Palestinian cause

The Arab Parliament has praised HM King Mohammed VI of Morocco for his leadership as Chairman of the Al-Quds Committee, recognizing his continued efforts to support Jerusalem and strengthen the resilience of the Palestinian people. The recognition came in a resolution adopted during the Eighth Conference of the Arab Parliament and the Speakers......

Mawazine 2026 concludes a historic edition and reaffirms its status as a major global music event

After nine days of concerts, artistic discoveries, and cultural encounters, the Mawazine-Rhythms of the World Festival closed the doors of its 21st edition in the night from Saturday, June 27 to Sunday, June 28. Organized from June 19 to 27 under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, this new edition confirmed the event's ability......

Mawazine 2026: Marwa Nagy delivers powerful Tarab performance in Rabat

The 21st edition of the Mawazine Festival continued to showcase major Arab musical talents as Egyptian singer Marwa Nagy delivered a deeply expressive performance at the Théâtre National Mohammed V in Rabat on Sunday evening. Blending technical vocal mastery with emotional intensity, the artist offered an immersive journey into......

Egypt hosts Turkish foreign minister as regional diplomacy gathers pace in Cairo

Egypt and Türkiye continued to strengthen their diplomatic engagement on Sunday as senior officials met in Cairo during a broader regional gathering involving multiple key Middle Eastern and South Asian states. Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi received Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in the Egyptian capital, according to......

Global Grain Harvest Set to Reach Record High in 2026-2027, USDA Forecasts

Global agriculture is heading towards a historic grain harvest for the 2026-2027 campaign. According to the latest forecasts from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), total grain production is expected to reach nearly 2.9 billion tons. Despite this achievement, global consumption is expected to continue exceeding production, leading......

Egyptian film Happy Birthday wins grand prize Dakhla festival

The Egyptian film “Happy Birthday” directed by Sarah Goher won the Grand Prix at the 14th International Film Festival of Dakhla. It marks the first feature film of the director and tells a story centered on the lives of young girls working in environments shaped by social inequality. The narrative focuses on daily struggles and......

Morocco becomes Africa’s second largest electric vehicle market in 2025

Morocco ranked second in Africa for electric vehicle sales in 2025, with 5,500 units registered, according to data covering continental EV trends. The country accounted for 22% of Africa’s estimated 25,000 electric vehicles sold during the year, placing it behind Egypt and ahead of South Africa. The figures reflect a rapidly expanding......

Female artists set to headline Mawazine music festival lineup 2026

The Mawazine festival in Rabat brings together a wide selection of female artists for its 21st edition under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI. The program spans multiple stages across the Moroccan capital and neighboring Salé, highlighting voices from the Arab world, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. Each performance......

Morocco hosts Egyptian trade mission to expand food ties

Morocco received a delegation of 31 Egyptian companies from the food, printing, and packaging sectors in a move aimed at expanding commercial cooperation and strengthening bilateral trade links. The mission focused on identifying investment opportunities and building partnerships within Morocco’s growing food market. The initiative......

Morocco Courts Indian Industry After Africa Top Industrial Ranking

Morocco is positioning itself as a strategic partner for Indian industrial expansion following its emergence as Africa’s top-ranked industrial economy. The country is targeting investment in defense, automotive, aerospace, green technologies, and logistics, presenting itself as a gateway linking Europe and Africa for manufacturing and......

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