Magharebia

International university athletes are in Casablanca for a sports event that will raise money for charity.

Some Moroccan inmates held on terrorism charges hope to benefit from the reform process initiated by the king.

Opposition activists are making inroads in Algeria's state-controlled media, but critics are unsure if government channels can truly become a venue for dissent.

Longtime Kadhafi confidant Moussa Koussa switched sides and fled the country.

Youths in Morocco participated in a worldwide movement to increase consciousness about global warming.

Authorities in Mauritania hope a new law will restore vitality to the used vehicle trade while boosting employment and lowering prices.

The Algerian government announced new security measures to protect its eastern border in response to on-going combat in Libya.

As opposition forces lose momentum against Kadhafi's army, residents of Tripoli wage a different sort of fight.

Young cinematographers were the focus of a recent film festival in Morocco.

A recent spike in petrol prices in Mauritania might fan social discontent, activists warn.

A new watchdog institution aims to better protect human rights and ensure transparency in investigating violations.

Libyan government officials tried to silence her, but Eman al-Obeidi let the world know how the Kadhafi government treats its citizens.

International scholars met in Tunis to explore the effects of Tunisian transition on broader regional relations.

Intellectuals and activists explored the prospects of Tunisia's democratic transition and ways to build an inclusive state.

In a move to forge a broad national dialogue on reform, Morocco created a new consultative committee.

While revolutionary forces pressed ahead in the east, residents of Tripoli debated the rumoured death of Khamis Kadhafi.

An international guitar event marked a gradual revival of large-scale music activities in Tunisia.

Where they once drew pictures of toys, Libya's children now sketch images of the violence ravaging their country.

Calls for change are growing more vocal across Mauritania, propelling the government to heed youth demands.

A four-month-long hostage ordeal ended for nearly two dozen Tunisian sailors after millions of dollars in ransom was dropped off by helicopter.

A brand new one-man show blended creative humour, revolutionary fever and sensitive subjects.

Whether seeking political knowledge or the latest scandals, Tunisians are flocking to bookstores to exercise their new freedoms.

Amid on-going strikes and anti-Kadhafi protests, Libya's rebel-led "interim government" named new officials.

To overcome people's persistent mistrust of state education, the Moroccan government announces new measures to improve the sector.

The United Nations is pledging to throw its full support behind Tunisia's nascent democracy.

The Algerian government turns a critical eye towards events in Libya.

Libya's political opposition takes formal steps towards governance in the face of assaults by Kadhafi forces.

The same energy that helped turn an online campaign into a national revolution is now directed towards Tunisia's recovery.

The Amazigh community hopes that the Moroccan king's promises of reforms will translate into official recognition of their language.

Tunisians voice concerns that certain groups were being excluded from deliberations on the future of their government.

The fight for the future of Libya is pitting revolutionaries backed by an international partnership against forces loyal to Colonel Kadhafi.

The latest Mauritania protest took place in a joyful atmosphere, blending music and activism.

Pro-democracy activists launched a new round of protests in Morocco.

After the international community took action against his military, Colonel Kadhafi vowed to fight a long war to defend his regime.

Decorated rights defender Aminetou Mint El Moctar discusses the role of Maghreb women in the political changes sweeping the region.

Moroccans are living longer, marrying later and reducing their fertility rate, according to a recent state report.

Renowned scholars and academics look for the causes of violent outbursts in modern Algeria.

The government of Moamer Kadhafi declared a cessation of violence in Libya on Friday, following a UN resolution authorising force to prevent further civilian casualties.

As Moamer Kadhafi's troops move on Benghazi, Libyans push for support from the international community.

Mayors across Algeria are threatening to resign en masse if a draft law on commune organisation isn't withdrawn.

Amid a push for wider socio-economic reforms, Mauritania implemented a new food and employment programme.

Rights groups decried the police crackdown on a protest in Morocco's phosphate city.

Repeating a familiar refrain, Kadhafi told his supporters that the bloodshed sweeping the country was the result of foreigners and terrorists.

A Tunis seminar aimed to bridge the divide between secularists and their opponents.

Algeria's unemployed youths pin great hopes on the new government measures to facilitate procedures for micro-businesses.

A new human rights organisation in Morocco will be empowered by the king to investigate abuses.

Pro-Kadhafi forces wrested control of more eastern towns from rebels.

A new film tackles the controversial roles of women in Moroccan society, ranging from brothel owners to working mothers.

African female leaders joined forces to bolster their involvement in the development of the continent.

Young people in Tunisia are buying t-shirts, posters and other mementos to mark their historic uprising.

Tourism officials in Tunisia are betting on the popularity of the revolution to attract visitors.

Government troops advanced further into eastern Libya, laying waste to rebel strongholds.

The opposition walk-out from the Algerian parliament undercuts the legitimacy of the institution, according to experts.

Even as the number of those fleeing the Libya conflict decreases, the United States and other countries continue a massive relief effort.

Morocco's much-debated Highway Code has produced encouraging results.

The education ministry's decision not to postpone the bac exams keeps students on their toes.

Prominent Tunisian activist Sofiene Chourabi discusses ways to harness youth energy to bring about positive political change.

As Libyan government troops pushed back pro-democracy forces, world bodies equivocated on how best to respond.

Though the latest Western Sahara talks ended without tangible progress, the two sides agreed to meet again to discuss "innovative approaches".

The Moroccan king promised a major overhaul of the political system.

A growing youth protest movement in Mauritania is challenging the status quo.

In his latest speech to the Libyan people, Kadhafi seemed to blame everyone but himself for the civil strife.

A new organisation will help foster Tunisia's nascent free press.

Violence reigns in Libya as its embattled leader threatens armed resistance and tries to appease citizens by introducing new economic measures.

They served their country in one of its darkest periods; now members of Algeria's Communal Guard seek recognition for their sacrifices.

While the rate of refugees entering Tunisia from Libya has slowed in recent days, thousands still remain in need of aid.

The International Women's Day brought to the fore Moroccan women's on-going struggle for equal job opportunities.

After the ouster of former President Ben Ali left a political vacuum, Tunisians were left to question the future of their country's polity.

In another concession to youth, the Algerian president eases national service requirements.

After being rocked by ministerial resignations and instability, Tunisia now has its third interim government.

Algerian and US officials conferred on ways to ensure that al-Qaeda doesn't take advantage of regional unrest to expand its influence.

Experts and youths lauded Morocco's decision to temporarily boost state employment for university graduates, but some see it as a move to contain the problem, rather than solve it.

Interim President Mebazaa and Prime Minister Essebsi laid out new plans for Tunisia's political future.

Bloggers in Tunisia write of a need to return the tone of the ongoing protests to one of peaceful change.

Media workers joined forces to demand the abolition of restrictive legislation on journalist practices.

Social movements have galvanised Maghreb youth, but many are concerned that the emerging ways of expressing protest circumvent legal and religious principles.

Demonstrators are pledging to overthrow Kadhafi's regime without resorting to vandalism or other destructive means.

Accusations that Algeria airlifted mercenaries into Libya are baseless, officials say.

Algeria cemented its ambitions as a prime supplier of natural gas to Southern Europe by launching an ambitious undersea pipeline.

Moroccan politicians launch a multi-partisan dialogue to respond to youth concerns.

The democratic revolutions sweeping the Arab world have left little space for al-Qaeda's violent message.

The Libyan leader has many Tripoli residents scratching their heads.

A new project to repair the Algiers Kasbah includes a provision to provide businesses to young Algerian craftsmen.

The Algerian government plans to undertake new steps to curb the "brain drain" and encourage more students to pursue careers in research.

The lack of collaboration among North African states hinders economic development, experts say.

To raise the competitiveness of its economy, Morocco looks to invest in youth innovation.

In the face of rising food prices, Morocco stepped up subsidies for the compensation fund.

Many citizens grow impatient with the pace of change at the government-managed TV station.

Bowing to demonstrators' demands, the last remaining ministers from the ousted regime resigned as people grow increasingly weary from unabated protests.

As Libyans mourned another fallen protester, anti-government rallies continued nationwide.