The Special Representative of the UN Secretary General for Libya, Abdoulaye Bathily, highlighted, from Rabat Thursday, Morocco’s role in the success of the inter-Libyan dialogue, particularly through the Kingdom’s commitment to the electoral process in this country. He noted that monitoring the implementation of these laws in a country plagued by tensions and conflicts like Libya necessarily requires reaching agreements based on good faith between political stakeholders. Bourita, on his part, underlined that Morocco continues to support the UN efforts to settle the institutional crisis in Libya. He said the instructions of King Mohammed VI are clear in supporting all the efforts of the UN Special Representative aimed at getting Libya out of this institutional crisis that it has been facing for several years. To this end, the SRSG has requested the institutional stakeholders to designate representatives to participate in a preparatory meeting, UNSMIL said in a press release made public Thursday.

The Kingdom of Morocco has expressed satisfaction on Thursday, November 23, 2023, following the agreement establishing a ceasefire in Gaza between Israel and the Palestinian movement Hamas, starting from Friday, as well as the release of some hostages and Palestinian prisoners. The statement was made by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nasser Bourita, during a joint press briefing with Abdoulaye Bathily, Special Representative for Libya and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) who is currently on a working visit to Rabat. “We have welcomed this agreement with satisfaction, hoping that the parties achieve a long and lasting ceasefire,” said Nasser Bourita. Morocco also praises the mediation efforts made by Qatar, Egypt and the United States which led to this agreement, Bourita said, stressing0 that Morocco welcomes this important effort which resulted in this agreement that could represent an essential milestone for thinking about a lasting and verifiable ceasefire. De-escalation is key to enable the delivery of humanitarian aid and facilitate relief efforts for the brotherly Palestinian people and launch a process that could lead to a lasting ceasefire, the minister insisted.

I used to spend my summertime in the south of Tenerife and then one day, when I was 12, I did a class. My parents were working all day long, so I couldn't really surf as much as I wanted to. Then, age 15 was when I really got obsessed with surfing and was spending hours watching videos. After that we started to train more, like full weekends and a little bit in between during the week with my trainer. I started to compete and a few months later I started doing the Canarian Championships.

Kenyan fish farming startup Aquarech has raised US$1.7 million in equity funding to help it improve outcomes for small-scale fish farmers in Kenya through its mobile app platform. Local farmers often face lack of resources and access to high-quality feed. Aquarech’s mission is to help increase production, improve small-scale farmer economics, and promote the overall growth of the aquaculture industry in Kenya. The startup has now raised US$1.7 million in equity funding to hire talent, acquire more feed, and set up infrastructure to support more vertical integration of its technology. “The proverb says, ‘If you give a man a fish, you feed him for a day.

The video lasts only a few seconds, but it’s enough to see the role played by the Wagner Group in the recapture of Kidal. Published on 22 November on the Russian militia’s Telegram channel, it shows two mercenaries hoisting their black flag adorned with a skull over the town fort. There's more to this story Get unlimited access to our exclusive journalism and features today. Our award-winning team of correspondents and editors report from over 54 African countries, from Cape Town to Cairo, from Abidjan to Abuja to Addis Ababa. Subscribe Now cancel anytime Already a a subscriber Sign In

Electrification is critical to meet Africa’s energy needsMcKinsey has identified five potential scenarios for the global energy transition, which center around the pace of technological progress and the level of policy support. Industrialization will also drive Africa’s energy demand, with the continent’s manufacturing output projected to grow by more than 6 percent each year until at least 2025. The good news is that this growth in energy needs does not translate into a “one to one” growth in energy consumption: consumers can switch to more efficient technologies, that is, products that achieve the same outcome with less energy. For example, in mobility, industrial production, or cooking/heating, electrification can significantly lower energy demand. Changing the mix in Africa’s energy productionTo enable the electrification of Africa and reduce the carbon intensity of the energy supply, a change in the mix in energy production capacity is required.

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(Image source: Adobe Stock)This merger will establish a synergetic hub for integrated services concerning infrastructures and underwater pipelines, ranging from pre-installation inspections, installation and maintenance, all the way to testing and commissioning of facilities. Following the merger and consolidation of the shares of the two companies, a new holding company, named CSS Drafinsub Holding SA is established. This holding company is headquarted in Chiasso, Switzerland, with operating bases in Italy - Genoa, Castelnuovo Bocca d’Adda and Sicily – as well as in Malaysia (Johor), the United Arab Emirates (Abu Dhabi and Dubai) and Mexico (Mexico City). "This integration propels CSS and Drafinsub's subsea services into an international dimension, covering the entire spectrum of underwater services in port areas, dam basins and offshore. The synergistic merger between Drafinsub and CSS SA and the integration of various expertise will create a global entity capable of offering a wide range of integrated and coordinated services to major marine contractors.

The company behind the project is a for-profit startup called 14 Trees. However, in 2020 it pivoted to 3D printed buildings, initially using a printer from another manufacturer to construct houses and schools in Africa. This year, 14 Trees announced the launch of its own 3D printing technology, manufactured in Johannesburg by a local outfit called Pan Mixers South Africa. The newly introduced 3D concrete printer, named Iroko, utilises a special concrete – made by 14 Trees’ investor Holcim – to build structures layer by layer. 14 Trees claims its method can reduce a building’s carbon footprint by up to 70% in comparison to traditional processes.

PVV win will send shockwaves across Europe where mainstream parties fear a sweeping return of the far-right riding on the tide of anti-migrant and anti-EU rhetoric. Wilders, who gained notoriety for his slunder campaigns against Moroccans, promised to halt migration and oppose EU policies, including support for Ukraine and new admissions to the Union. Moroccans, one of the largest migrant groups in the Netherlands, fear the worst after the win of Wilders who is poised to form a coalition government after widening the gap with his political contenders. Wilders has previously taken aim at the Moroccan diaspora describing them as “scum”. In a statement to Dutch news agency ANP, Habib El Kaddouri, leader of a Moroccan Dutch migrant organization said “distress and fear are enormous…We are afraid that he will portray us as second-class citizens.”

Severe flooding in East Africa has intensified an already dire humanitarian situation, leaving millions of people in need of assistance, warns the International Rescue Committee (IRC). Shashwat Saraf, East Africa Emergency Director at IRC, sheds light on the escalating crisis and its devastating impact on vulnerable communities. Pre-existing Food InsecurityEven before the floods, approximately 15 million people in East Africa were grappling with food insecurity. Agricultural Loss and Livestock RisksThe flooding has submerged over 1.5 million hectares of land in Somalia, compounding the agricultural challenges. This inundation not only exacerbates existing food insecurity but also leads to substantial agricultural losses.

Global Exonucleases IndustryThe Global Exonucleases Industry is anticipated to experience a CAGR of 2.3% over the course of the forecast period. Global Exonucleases Industry: Drivers and RestraintsGrowing number of use of exonucleases applications such as removal of 3’ overhangs, removal of oligonucleotide post PCR and removal of chromosomal DNA in plasmid preparations will drive the growth of overall Global Exonucleases Industry. Introduction to new technology and development in the exonucleases market will increase the overall exonucleases market globally. High cost involved in the development of the exonucleases production will hinder the growth of the Global Exonucleases Industry. Global Exonucleases Industry: SegmentationTentatively, Global Exonucleases Industry has been segmented on the basis of application and end user.

General Abdourahamane Tiani, the leader of junta in power in Niger is expected in Mali this Thursday November 23, for his first foreign trip since ascending to power on July 26, after ousting elected leader Mohamed Bazoum. Tiani’s visit is a friendly and working trip to his Malian counterpart Assimi Goita, Mali’s Foreign Ministry said in a statement. The visit will only last one day as Tiani is expected to return to Niger in the afternoon. The visit comes following days after the Malian Army’s takeover of the northern region of Kidal from Touareg rebels who controlled the area for 10 years. It has been rumored that Niger and Burkina Faso participated in operations on the sides of the Malian Army.

With Arabic language support, Bitget provides broader access to Arabic-speaking audiences. The lingual support for MENA-based Bitget users will provide smoother learning processes and excellent communication to buy and sell cryptocurrencies. Bitget Introduces Arabic Support for Crypto Trading In Middle-East And North African CountriesThis move aligns with Bitget providing support for Fiat gateways in the Middle East region for seven currencies, including Dinars, Riyals and Ouguiyas. Gaining proper licenses and regulatory approval is a top priority to support expansion and allow the company to open regional offices. The new expansion plan in the Middle East region aligns with Bitget's vision of spreading crypto's mass adoption.

With the campaign for the presidential and parliamentary elections on December 20 in full swing, the conflict has taken center stage. Seeking another term in office, DRC President Felix Tshisekedi launched his campaign with a fiery speech accusing neighboring Rwanda of destabilizing eastern parts of the country. In a speech to the UN General Assembly in September, Tshisekedi called for an accelerated withdrawal of the 15,000 peacekeepers. The UN mission in the region has often caused tensions amongst the local population, with protests against MONUSCO and others at times turning deadly. While no firm timeline has been announced, observers say it is unlikely to accelerate the withdrawal before the current election cycle is completed.