Ouafaa Mhadi's remarkable journey from Casablanca to the UK is a testament to her resilience and adaptability, as she seamlessly navigated the worlds of academia, entrepreneurship, and cultural diplomacy. Through her diverse ventures, she has not only promoted Moroccan heritage abroad but also forged meaningful connections between Morocco and Britain.
Morocco was once home to the North African ostrich, a giant bird that shaped the country’s ecosystems while playing a key role in its trade and diplomacy, from royal gifts to Queen Victoria to a thriving feather business linking the Sahara to Europe.
Mali has finally severed ties with the Polisario. This decision rewards a Moroccan strategy rooted in patience. The Malian example confirms the benefits of a policy that Rabat has already tested with Zambia and Ghana.
While Algeria prides itself on fighting terrorism, it is now under investigation in France for «state terrorism», a development that deals a serious blow to the regime’s image and places it in the same bracket as Iran.