Gaza ceasefire talks resume in Cairo as Israel's territorial expansion strains the accord

A Hamas delegation is set to travel to Cairo on Thursday to resume negotiations with ceasefire mediators, as the fragile Gaza truce faces its most serious test since it took effect in October 2025. The talks come days after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the military to extend Israeli control over the Gaza Strip from 60%......

Morocco maintains stable position in Africa’s tech investment market

Morocco continued to consolidate its role in Africa’s technology investment sector in 2025, maintaining stable funding levels while several emerging African startup markets suffered major declines. The country raised $80 million through 29 transactions, placing it among the continent’s most resilient secondary technology markets......

Africa receives only a tenth of required climate finance

Africa faces a widening gap between climate commitments and available funding. A new policy analysis by Harrison Rehoboth Consulting, based on data from the Climate Policy Initiative, estimates that the continent needs about 2.8 trillion dollars between 2020 and 2030 to meet its Paris Agreement goals. That equals roughly 277 billion dollars......

Morocco’s poultry sector defends safety standards amid online health concerns

Morocco’s poultry industry is facing renewed scrutiny following the spread of online claims questioning farming practices and food safety standards. Industry representatives and veterinary professionals say the sector operates under strict sanitary regulations and remains subject to continuous monitoring throughout the production chain. The......

Egypt shooting leaves eight dead, authorities suggest suspect may have been mentally ill

Eight people were killed and five others injured in a shooting incident in central Egypt after an armed man opened fire on civilians gathered near public transport stops, according to the Interior Ministry. The attack took place on Monday in Abanoub, near the city of Assiout, around 350 kilometers south of Cairo. Authorities said the suspect......

Egypt unveils two restored New Kingdom tombs in Luxor

Egyptian authorities have unveiled two restored ancient tombs dating back to the New Kingdom in the city of Luxor, a major archaeological site on the banks of the Nile in southern Egypt. The newly restored tombs, located on the west bank of Luxor, feature detailed wall paintings depicting scenes of daily life and ancient funerary rituals.......

African nations seek financing alternatives as Iran war fuels inflation surge

The 2026 conflict involving Iran has intensified economic pressure across Africa, triggering a sharp rise in inflation, tighter monetary policy and renewed concerns over debt sustainability. The disruption to energy flows following instability around the Strait of Hormuz has added further strain to economies already facing fragile growth conditions.......

Moroccan banks expand across Africa to strengthen regional financial links

Bank of Africa signaled a broader transformation in Morocco’s banking sector when it rebranded from BMCE in 2020. The change reflected more than a new corporate identity. It illustrated the growing ambition of Moroccan financial institutions to position themselves as regional banking groups capable of connecting markets across Africa......

Egyptian actor Abdel Rahman Abou Zahra dies at the age of 92

Egyptian actor Abdel Rahman Abou Zahra has passed away at the age of 92 after a long illness, according to official statements from cultural authorities and artistic organizations. A prominent figure in Egyptian and Arab artistic production, Abou Zahra was widely regarded as one of the pillars of the country’s cultural scene. He worked......

Morocco U17 squad intensifies preparations ahead of CAN opener

Morocco’s Under-17 national team has stepped up its training schedule ahead of the 2026 Africa U17 Cup of Nations, entering the final phase of preparation at the Mohammed VI Football Complex. The squad is working under structured sessions designed to build intensity, cohesion, and tactical discipline before the start of the continental......

GWM marketing chief outlines Morocco growth plan and rejects price war tactics

Great Wall Motors views Morocco as one of its most important markets on the African continent, ranking it alongside Egypt as a top-volume destination outside South Africa. Michael Chong, the company's Vice President of Marketing for the MENA region, laid out a detailed growth roadmap for Morocco, covering dealer network expansion, new......

Mawazine 2026 reveals new lineup spanning Arab classical music, reggaeton and Afro-fusion

The 19th edition of the Mawazine festival, set to run from June 19 to 27 in Rabat, has unveiled a new wave of headliners spanning classical Arabic song, Latin pop, and African electronic music. Six artists with markedly different musical universes join a program that reflects the festival's longstanding ambition to bridge regional traditions......

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