Coming Out Of The Political Closet
Many see Abdelilah Benkirane’s moments of candor and transparency as a breath of fresh air in Morocco’s political governance today. In a clear departure from the false demagoguery proffered by previous prime ministers, he provides a glimpse of a pervasive and growing reality Moroccans have long been denied, but have always suspected. The appointed heads [...]
Egyptian troops kill 20 people in counter attack on Islamic militants in Sinai
Egypt’s military killed 20 militants in a raid using helicopter gunships in Sinai on Wednesday, three days after 16 soldiers were killed in an attack by presumed Islamic extremists on a base of border guards near the border with Israel. Wednesday’s he attack took place in a village named Tumah. Soldiers of he 2nd Infantry [...]
Copts demonstrated in front of Morsi’s palace against unsolved problems in Dahshur village
Dozens of Copts protested in front of the Presidential Palace in Heliopolis, Cairo, on Sunday against the forced migration of Christians from Dahshur, Giza. The protesters chanted: “Where is Dahshur’s right?” and held banners with the slogans: “Where is justice? Why did they kick out the Christians?” and “What does Morsi want? Does he want [...]
Best employers in Africa to be identified by independent index
Business is booming on the African continent, which means an increased need for talent management. In recognition of this, the popular Best Employers research is being extended to include the best HR performers on the continent. Africa is thriving: GDP is increasing at an average of 5% each year and, in anticipation of the typical [...]
A Weak African Union for 53 Member States
2011 was a tumultuous year for the African continent with revolutions, attempted coups and violent political crises. Unfortunately the union of 53 African states that has as its mission to help strengthen regional peace and development has proved its own shortcomings in dealing with these situations. The African Union, created in 1999 after the dissolution [...]
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