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  • December 5, 2023

57 arrests after attempted coup in Sierra Leone

The Sierra Leonean government announced on Monday 43 new arrests in connection with the November 26 coup attempt, bringing to 57 the number of people arrested since these events, the vast …

Washington to restrict visas for Ugandans who enforce anti-LGBT+ law

The United States announced Monday that it will refuse to grant visas to Ugandan officials who enforce a controversial anti-homosexuality law enacted in the East African country in May that includes …

Nigeria Army drone strike error kills 85 civilians celebrating a Muslim festival

An army drone strike accidentally hit a village in northwestern Nigeria killing dozens of civilians celebrating a Muslim festival, local authorities, the military and residents said on Monday. Nigeria’s armed forces …

Sports:Morocco beat Colombia as both teams reach last 16 at Women’s World Cup

Morocco booked their ticket to the round of 16 by beating Colombia with a narrow score of a goal to nil, scored by Anissa Lajhmari during stoppage time in the first …

Sports:Morocco beats Brazil 2-1 in Saturday’s friendly

World Cup semi-finalist Morocco stunned Brazil 2-1 in Saturday’s friendly in Tangiers. Sofiane Boufal gave Morocco the lead before Brazil skipper Casemiro levelled in the 67th minute. Brazil’s fate was sealed …

Sports:Morocco threatens to boycott African Nations Championship in Algeria

Fresh from a sensational performance in the World Cup, Morocco’s national football team is now threatening to boycott the African Nations Championship next month in Algeria. In a letter written to …

Sports: Moroccan fans stranded in Qatar without promised tickets

The Moroccan national airline cancelled Wednesday flights scheduled between Casablanca and Doha for fans wishing to attend the World Cup semi-final between Morocco and France after others who had already arrived …

21 year old frenchman sentenced to 18 months in prison for bitcoin ‘scam in Morocco

A 21-year-old Frenchman, Thomas Clausi, was convicted Thursday in Morocco of “fraud” and illegal use of cryptocurrency and sentenced to 18 months in prison. He was also slapped with a fine …

Israeli ambassador to Morocco denies accusations of sexual abuse

The Israeli ambassador to Morocco, David Govrin, recalled last week by the Hebrew state, has denied accusations of sexual abuse and wrongdoing against him. According to details published in the Israeli …

EU, Morocco vow more cooperation after migrant deaths

The European Commission vowed on Friday to step up its work with Morocco to fight people smugglers, following the deaths of 23 people at the Morocco-Spanish border two weeks ago. EU …

Moroccan man sentenced in Ukraine: Rabat calls on Moscow to ensure a “fair” appeal

The National Council for Human Rights (CNDH), an official body in Morocco, has called on the Russian authorities to ensure a “fair trial” on the appeal of a young Moroccan sentenced …

Nigeria approves proposal for gas pipeline project to Morocco

The Nigerian government on Wednesday approved a proposal for the construction of a gas pipeline connecting Nigeria and Morocco. Africa’s gas reserves have come under increasing scrutiny Since the beginning of …

More than 80 people arrested over violence in Morocco

More than 80 people, including 56 minors, were arrested after violence between groups of supporters during a Moroccan Football Cup match in Agadir (south), local media reported Monday, a week after …