Magharebia

An American official visiting Algiers said he hoped governments would respond to the needs of their people and allow greater freedoms.

Libya's defiant leader is facing mounting international pressure as he tries to salvage his regime by buying off support.

It should have been a time to celebrate Dakhla's culture. Instead, a local festival ended in bloodshed.

Mauritanian youth voice outrage over the attacks on Libyan civilians; Morocco calls for an end to the bloodshed.

After years of stalled progress on trade between Morocco and Algeria, the two governments agreed to a new ministerial exchange.

Ancestral social roles clash with modern demands in Mauritania, preventing many youths from practicing their desired jobs.

Mauritania's ancient cities once drew crowds of tourists but attacks by al-Qaeda now threaten to deprive many residents of a much-needed income.

As Tripoli residents endure a mounting siege, international organisations meet Friday to address the Libya crisis.

While some fear that the regime change in Tunisia could turn the tide against the country's staunch secular tradition, others enjoy the new-found freedom to practice Islam in public.

Large-scale strikes across Algeria have paralysed certain service sectors and caused urgent problems for customers.

Tunisia is offering aid and support to the thousands of people escaping violence in neighbouring Libya.

Algeria is about to end its emergency law after 19 years.

Amid reports of aerial barrages and armed militias against Tripoli residents, Libyans' mobile phones receive text messages demanding loyalty to the regime.

The United States is committed to supporting democracy in Tunisia, two US congressmen told reporters in Tunis.

Morocco established a new state institution to develop a new social charter, but people are not convinced that the body will wield real power.

Deposed President Ben Ali forbade books that were critical of his regime, but now those very works are freely available in post-revolution Tunisia.

From donkey and camel races to traditional games, a Mauritanian festival highlighted the country's peculiar sports activities.

A recent initiative to create a revolution watchdog body has raised questions over who holds legitimacy in new Tunisia.

A new programme in Morocco hopes to teach social entrepreneurship to secondary school students.

After the murder of a priest shocked Tunisia, thousands turned out to criticise the increasing role of religion in the country's public life.

Legislators are looking to Morocco's youth for input on a new bill.

Politicians in Algeria responded to recent unrest by proposing a series of political reforms.

Landmark rallies across the Kingdom brought together tens of thousands of people demanding socio-economic and political reforms.

Algerian university students are worried that a new degree classification will prevent them from furthering their studies.

Moroccan music star Rajaa Kasabni shares stories with Magharebia about the music biz, the video scene and her fellow perfomers.

After nearly a year of strikes, sit-ins and marches, court clerks in Morocco may soon see a pay and benefit increase.

Cities that were once a cultural beacon in the Sahara are finally getting the attention they deserve.

Tunisia is relying on social networking sites to revitalise the country's most lucrative industry.

Women who have children out of wedlock are often ignored and left alone to confront painful discrimination.

In the wake of a sudden pike in Tunisian illegal immigration to Italy, the two countries met to work out a compromise solution.

Attacks on senior public workers affiliated with the disbanded ruling party caused a stir in Tunisia, prompting some of them to take their frustration to the streets.

A new bank account gives citizens and foreign entities a way to support Tunisia's revival.

Post-revolution Tunisia is witnessing a rebirth of religion after constraints on worship were removed following Ben Ali's downfall.

The Tunisian economy sustained great losses in the recent turmoil, but regional partners are willing to extend a helping hand.

The Moroccan Parliament enacted a long-awaited law to safeguard consumer rights.

Tunisians didn't let recent unrest prevent them from celebrating the Prophet's birthday.

New technologies enable young Mauritanians to bypass restrictive attitudes about the holiday of romance.

Attendees at a recent government meeting underscored the importance of state-civil society co-operation.

Despite their advanced degrees, Tunisian youths often struggle to find work relevant to their studies.

Responding to recent demonstrations over unemployment and wages, Morocco's government spokesman said the Kingdom would work with protestors.

Some Tunisians fear that demands for increased wages might undermine the goals of the revolution.

A heavy police presence did not deter Algerian demonstrators seeking greater political freedoms.

While the country has seen significant progress in terms of press freedom, people must remain vigilant, according to Neji Bghouri.

After more than three decades, university police have retreated from Tunisian campuses.

Despite recent electoral victories, Moroccan female councillors struggle to make their presence felt.

Singer Sofia Marikh talks with Magharebia about how her next release unites people from different cultures.

Moroccan and EU officials met to review the progress of bilateral relations.

An alarming new study shows most Algerian youths are uninformed of the dangers of AIDS.

A recent Parliament vote granted the interim president emergency powers, while the government is preparing a new list of regional governors.

As newspapers struggle to adapt to the digital age, authorities in Morocco are exploring ways to reinvigorate the press.

Islamic party leader Rachid Ghannouchi pledged his commitment to democracy and women's rights, but some Tunisians remain unconvinced.

Members of Tunisia's legal community hope a post-revolution court system will be free of any corruption or undue influence.

After a recent attack, citizens in Mauritania expressed their concern over the ability of terrorists to penetrate the country's porous borders.

A postponed friendly and the on-going suspension of Algeria's Ligue 1 have many wondering whether the country's football is facing a crisis.

Where once books were censored and musicians imprisoned, Tunisia now enjoys widespread political freedom.

A new national energy strategy aims to create 100,000 green jobs in Algeria over 20 years.

The interim government took a raft of new measures to contain the post-revolution unrest.

In the wake of the momentous changes in Tunisia, ordinary citizens struggle to separate rumours from reality.

A group of Moroccan activists called for a massive protest, raising questions if the contagion will spread to the country.

Despite President Bouteflika's decision to end the state of emergency, opposition parties continue to press for greater freedoms.

A campaign to spur civic responsibility in the new generation has taken root in Morocco. By Sarah Touahri for Magharebia in Rabat – 04/02/11

Consumers in Tunisia aren't letting the recent unrest get in the way of their bargain shopping.

Algeria is taking measures to placate the opposition ahead of a major protest planned for next week.

Some clerics claim the issue of inheritance is settled under sharia, but women in Algeria disagree and are fighting for a more egalitarian future.

An attempted terrorist act in Mauritania reminded authorities to remain vigilant against the AQIM threat.

Even though the new administration is devoid of faces from the old guard, Tunisians are reserving judgment.

A recent report depicted the travails of Moroccan women working in agriculture in Europe.

Algeria's state-owned petrol company is attempting to move beyond past scandals and boost energy production.

Cultural and linguistic freedoms are indistinguishable from other rights, says CEDHD chief Lahbib Belkouch.

An announced police strike in Tunisia created chaos on the streets, forcing the interim government to accede to security officers' demands for better pay.

Many in Morocco see the CAF pick as an opportunity to boost the country's sports infrastructure and improve the national squad.

Authorities in Algeria are instituting price controls in an effort to calm popular anger about the rising cost of living.

A recent police crackdown on protests in the Tunis Kasbah has residents concerned.