Month: July 2026

Rabat is set to host a pivotal gathering as the Kingdom of Morocco and France convene the 15th edition of their High-Level Meeting. This diplomatic milestone aligns with the official visit of French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, scheduled for July 15-16, marking a significant stride in reshaping bilateral ties between the two nations. The two-day session, orchestrated under the joint leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI and French President Emmanuel Macron, underscores the deep-rooted and exceptional partnership binding Morocco and France. A statement from the Moroccan Prime Minister’s Office…

On 14 July, the French Embassy in Rabat hosted a grand reception to celebrate Bastille Day, drawing over 1,500 attendees. Ambassador Philippe Lalliot took the opportunity to emphasize the deepening bilateral partnership between France and the Kingdom of Morocco. «Across Rabat, Casablanca, Tangier, Marrakech, and Laâyoune—where I recently inaugurated the first Alliance Française—our focus isn’t just on envisioning the future; it’s about actively building it, day by day,» Lalliot stated. The event was attended by Mohamed Saad Berrada, Morocco’s Minister of National Education, Preschool, and Sports, representing the government. During…

France and Morocco strengthen partnership at Rabat reception A gathering of over 1,500 guests at the French Residence in Rabat marked a renewed commitment to deepening ties between France and Morocco. The French Residence in Rabat buzzed with energy on July 14, 2026, as over 1,500 guests gathered to celebrate the French National Day. The event, graced by French Ambassador Philippe Lalliot and his wife Laurence Folliot Lalliot, served as a platform to highlight the evolving strategic relationship between France and Morocco. In his address, Ambassador Lalliot emphasized the refounded…

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has uncovered a staggering irregularity within its national police force following a comprehensive government audit. The investigation revealed that 63,817 officers—nearly 40% of the 157,886 officers on record—are either fictitious or inactive, leaving the force critically understaffed. This shocking disparity has drastically reduced the operational police-to-citizen ratio, leaving communities vulnerable to rising crime waves, particularly in the capital, Kinshasa. Authorities have responded by launching a nationwide verification campaign, beginning with biometric card issuance and physical verification of officers. The initiative aims to purge…

Pourquoi Bamako et le JNIM se disputent Anéfis Pour regarder ce contenu, veuillez activer JavaScript ou essayer un autre navigateur. Pourquoi Bamako et le JNIM se disputent Anéfis Published il y a 8 minutes Anéfis, une petite ville du nord du Mali, est devenue un enjeu majeur du conflit malien. Pourquoi les forces maliennes et les groupes armés se disputent-ils ce territoire stratégique ? Réponse dans cette vidéo. By Aïcha Abdou — Senior correspondent

Burkina Faso declares two EU diplomats persona non grata Ouagadougou has decided to expel two diplomats from the European Union delegation, granting them just three days to leave the country. This move underscores the ongoing diplomatic tensions between Burkina Faso and the EU. Diplomatic expulsion amid heightened tensions The decision to declare the two European diplomats persona non grata was made in response to what the Burkinabe authorities describe as interference in the country’s internal affairs. The affected diplomats include the Deputy Head of Delegation, responsible for political affairs, press,…