Amid heightened diplomatic activity ahead of a key United Nations Security Council juncture, Algeria is stepping up its engagement with the United States in a bid to influence its position on the Western Sahara issue, leveraging its natural resources to strengthen its negotiating hand.
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.