One out of every 10 Gazans has either been wounded or killed during Israel's war on Gaza, according to France 24 with AP on October 7th. Over 64,700 people are believed to have been killed by Israel's military operation since it began on October 7th, 2023, while at least 163,859 others have suffered wounds. However, the impact on children has been especially devastating, with at least…

One out of every 10 Gazans has either been wounded or killed during Israel’s war...

The Tunisian city of Nabeul is set to host the sixth International Women’s Film Festival between October 11 and 15, the Arab Weekly plus agencies reported. The festival, named “Through Their Eyes”, was created to elevate women filmmakers and create a platform for their narratives. The event was launched in 2017 by the Tunisian Federation of Cinema Clubs, in collaboration with the country's Ministry for Culture Affairs.

The Tunisian city of Nabeul is set to host the sixth International Women’s Film Festival...

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has convicted a former Sudanese militia commander for war crimes and crimes against humanity in a first-of-its-kind court case related to the Darfur atrocities that occurred more than 20 years ago, according to Moroccan government-friendly The North Africa Post, October 7. Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman - also known as Ali Kushayb - was found by the court to be guilty of 27 counts, including rape, murder, persecution, and mass executions, with Abd-Al-Rahman personally participating in atrocities.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has convicted a former Sudanese militia commander for war crimes...

The National Union of Higher Education (SNEsup) called for a 2-day strike on October 7th and 8th to protest against the '59-24 Bill', according to RFI on October 8th, lending its voice to the growing GenZ 212 Moroccan protest movement. Mustapha Azaitraoui, vice-secretary General of SNESup, denounced the ‘59.24 Bill’, a project to turn higher education access into a privilege reserved for only those who can afford it.

The National Union of Higher Education (SNEsup) called for a 2-day strike on October 7th...

The World Bank has increased the Middle East and North Africa’s 2025 economic growth forecast to average 2.8%, up from a 2.6% forecast in its April outlook, according to Reuters on October 7th.  Reportedly, this lift was prompted by Gulf nations seeing a rise in economic activity after the accelerated phasing out of oil generation cuts and growth from the non-oil sector.

The World Bank has increased the Middle East and North Africa’s 2025 economic growth forecast...

The Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2026 in Morocco is set to increase to 16 team finalists, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) said, according to the BBC on 5th October. The tournament— which usually has 12 competing finalists —has already completed qualifiers for the second and final round. With this expansion, another round of qualifying will likely be conducted, with 11 nations set to grab the remaining four spots.

The Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2026 in Morocco is set to increase to...

Out of every 100 children in Gaza, four have lost one or both parents as a result of Israel's war on the enclave, according to France 24 with AP on October 7th. Since the war began on October 7th, 2023, families across Gaza have been repeatedly displaced by Israeli military offensive, with many being forced to live in tents after airstrikes destroyed their homes.

Out of every 100 children in Gaza, four have lost one or both parents as...

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on October 7th that she had been referred to the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged complicity in genocide against Palestinians in Gaza, the Middle East Eye via Reuters reported. At an interview with the television company RAI, Meloni revealed that she, Defence Minister Guido Crosetto and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani had all been referred to the ICC.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on October 7th that she had been referred to...

The Moroccan Interior Ministry has launched an inquiry after a councillor alleged a former governor sought millions for a road project. According to Yabiladi on October 8th, a video that has been circulating widely on news sites and social media platforms shows a local councillor from the Moroccan province of Safi claiming a former governor requested a payment of $6.5 million to authorise a road development project.

The Moroccan Interior Ministry has launched an inquiry after a councillor alleged a former governor...

Eight people have been killed in a maternity ward by a drone strike launched by Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, according to The New Arab via AFP on October 8th. The attack took place on October 7th in the city of El-Fasher, Sudan’s North Darfur state capital, which has been under a brutal siege imposed by the RSF in May 2024.

Eight people have been killed in a maternity ward by a drone strike launched by...

Chad's government has announced the termination of its partnership with African Parks, a wildlife conservation charity that Prince Harry is highly involved in. This cutting of ties was announced by the Chadian government on 6th October, as reported by BBC News. African Parks was founded in 2000 and grew to be responsible for protecting over 22 national parks across 12 different African countries.

Chad’s government has announced the termination of its partnership with African Parks, a wildlife conservation...

Morocco was the third-largest supplier of Watermelons to the European Union during 2024/25, according to Moroccan government-friendly outlet, The North Africa Post, on October 7.   Between August 2024 and July 2025, Morocco exported over 158 tonnes of watermelons to the EU, generating €177.44 million (£154 million) in revenue, reported Icex-Eurostat.  Over the past decade, Moroccan watermelon exports to the EU have increased by 118%. The shift points to a move toward higher-quality production, helped by favourable conditions and Spain’s weakening performance. The North Africa Post, Maghrebi

Morocco was the third-largest supplier of Watermelons to the European Union during 2024/25, according to...

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced on October 7th that she had been referred to the International Criminal Court (ICC) over purported complicity in genocide against Palestinians in Gaza, according to the Middle East Eye via Reuters. In an interview with the television company RAI, Meloni revealed that she had been referred to the ICC along with Defence Minister Guido Crosetto and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani.