Sophie Pons speaks to Abdelkader Ouazzani about how his profession of weaving is dying in Morocco
Geographically, the cities of Rabat and Salé could not be closer together, but they are worlds apart
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In small plots below the snowy peaks of Mount Toubkal, saffron cultivation in Taliouine has remained largely unchanged for centuries
Morocco and South Africa had been seen as the frontline contenders to host the competition, which is due to start on June 15
The United States and at least 16 other countries either opted out or expressed concerns, with some claiming the pact infringes national sovereignty
The annual Ibrahim Index of African Governance also pointed to a deteriorating business climate and poor job creation
The continent’s leaders need to weigh up the pros and cons of intra-African agreements carefully before committing their nations to them
Vicki Sparks led coverage of the World Cup clash between Morocco and Portugal from Moscow’s Luzhniki Stadium for BBC One last Wednesday
This year the notion of a shared African identity has come under scrutiny, as North African nations seem distanced from the core of the continent
The tournament offers a useful chance to consider the apparent division between North and sub-Saharan Africa
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The Lions of the Atlas are bound for failure as they enter a near impossible group stage
Messi, Ronaldo and Neymar are all aiming to leave an indelible mark but it’s also the perfect stage for a new generation to showcase their talents.
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A total of 211 Fifa nations attended the congress in Moscow on Wednesday afternoon, 200 of which were eligible to vote
Lindiwe Sisulu has lauded South Africa’s recent election to the UNSC as an opportunity to enhance close co-operation between the council and Africa.
Despite efforts to improve the status of women in the North African country, attitudes have been slow to change.
The university’s new chancellor draws on her personal links with uTata to drive her mission
The US president has hinted that nations who oppose his country’s bid for the World Cup could face political repercussions
Data analysed by the NGO from 195 countries over the past year showed that Tunisia was still the only free country in the Arab world
South Africa and Morocco look set to re-establish diplomatic relations after 13 years of giving each other the cold shoulder
A UN peacekeeping force has been in Western Sahara since 1991 with a mandate to organise a referendum on its independence or integration with Morocco.
The Jewish area of Moroccan tourist gem Marrakesh is seeing its fortunes revived as visitors flock to experience its unique culture and history.
This ancient Moroccan city is trading on its rich history to revitalise its economy and tourism.
Western Sahara holds faint hope for referendum as guns are drawn in dispute
Defending champions the Ivory Coast and Morocco on Monday became just the latest strongly fancied teams to fail to deliver in Gabon.
The 48-year-old Frenchman is the only coach to win the competition with different countries.
A word from the UN’s Ban Ki-moon and an EU trade pact have sent Morocco into a fury.
Ntombi Msiza claims to represent SA interests in the North African state, despite frosty relations.
The country often turns to the courts when it doesn’t like what critics say, and this has a chilling effect on varsity research and the public media.
Egypt has banned an annual festival, which attracted hundreds of Jewish pilgrims, in honour of a Moroccan rabbi renowned for performing miracles.
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Morocco has been ousted from next year’s Africa Cup of Nations after calling for a postponement of the football tournament on Ebola concerns.
Despite the fact that the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations may not happen, heavyweights are still battling it out in the qualifiers for the coveted trophy.
Morocco could withdraw from hosting the Africa Cup of Nations, but South Africa will not take the baton, says Sports Minister Fikile Mbalula.