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US acknowledges Syria’s new government amid ongoing sanctions

The United States recently described the formation of Syria’s new government as a “positive step,” while firmly stating that sanctions will remain until key issues, particularly the fight against terrorism, are addressed. US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce voiced recognition......

Corruption remains a pervasive issue in South Africa

Corruption within various institutions in South Africa, particularly in sectors such as policing, business, education, and public entities, continues to pose a significant and endemic challenge, according to a report released by Corruption Watch on Friday. In its 13th report titled "Accountable......

Political pressures drive recent dismissals in Moroccan municipalities

Recent developments in Morocco’s municipal landscape have revealed a series of dismissals affecting key department heads and employees in critical sectors such as taxation and urban planning. These changes have predominantly occurred in municipalities that faced audits by the General Inspectorate......

Morocco's journey toward human rights and gender equality

Morocco’s commitment to continuous reform is pivotal in reinforcing the rule of law and fostering a just, inclusive society. Amina Bouayach, president of Morocco’s National Human Rights Council (CNDH), recently presented the country’s extensive approach to human rights and gender reform......

Morocco leads UA Peace and Security Council orientation program in Arusha

From March 22 to 28, 2025, Morocco hosts an orientation program in Arusha, Tanzania, aimed at newly elected members of the African Union's Peace and Security Council (PSC). This meeting, chaired by Morocco's Permanent Representative to the AU and UN Economic Commission for Africa, Ambassador......

Mohamed Benalilou: Leading Morocco's Anti-Corruption Efforts

His Majesty King Mohammed VI has appointed Mohamed Benalilou as the new president of the National Authority for Integrity, Prevention, and Fight Against Corruption (INPPLC). With a formidable background in Morocco's legal and judicial systems, Benalilou is poised to enhance the country's initiatives......

New appointments to constitutional institutions by King Mohammed VI

On March 24, 2025, His Majesty King Mohammed VI appointed new leaders to key constitutional institutions in Morocco. The following individuals have been appointed to important positions: Mr. Abdelkader Amara, President of the Economic, Social, and Environmental Council. Mr. Mohamed Benalilou, President......

United States joins human rights watch list amid declining civil liberties

Civicus, a nonprofit focused on monitoring civic rights globally, has recently included the United States in its watchlist due to a significant deterioration in civil liberties within the nation. Alongside countries such as Serbia, Pakistan, Italy, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the U.S. now......

Morocco's Amina Bouayach elected president of global human rights alliance

Amina Bouayach, the president of Morocco's National Human Rights Council (CNDH), has been unanimously elected to lead the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI). This significant appointment took place during the Alliance's general assembly held in Geneva, coinciding with......