Morocco

SIPRI report: Rising arms imports south of the Sahara

According to a recent report by SIPRI, arms imports south of the Sahara have increased. However, when looking at the continent as a whole, a decline can be observed.

By Arne Schütte

Spain and Portugal: Days with heaviest rainfall one-third more intense today

The extreme rainfall in Spain, Portugal and Morocco at the beginning of the year was 11% more intense as a result of climate change. Daily peak rainfall was even 30% more severe, according to an analysis by World Weather Attribution (WWA). Nearly 50 people died in the floods.

By Lukas Bayer

AI: The hurdles facing Africa

Morocco recently presented ambitious goals for the development of its AI sector. Other African governments have also recently turned their attention to this topic. However, there are a few hurdles to overcome before the AI revolution can happen.

By David Renke

Afcon winner Senegal – celebrating into the morning

By Lucia Weiß

Energy Industries Council: Africa’s hydrogen industry falls short of ambitions

According to a report by the Energy Industries Council, a total of 78 green hydrogen projects are planned on the continent. The lack of progress is due to missing offtake agreements as well as high costs.

By Arne Schütte

AFCON 2025: Senegal meets hosts Morocco in the final

By Elián Libera

Morocco: How the kingdom is leveraging its geographic position

With its Atlantic strategy, Morocco aims to advance economic integration in West Africa. At the same time, Rabat is positioning itself as a partner to Europe and the United States – and in doing so is also securing support for its own objectives.

By Arne Schütte

Political outlook: Africa’s elections to watch in 2026

Africa will see a large number of significant elections in 2026, shaped by political instability and authoritarian tendencies. Elections in Ethiopia and Morocco, in particular, could have a major impact on regional stability.

By David Renke