Magharebia

Although food subsidy has done much to stabilise a fluid social environment, economists warn that the policy is fraught with danger.

Students are re-taking their examinations in hopes of earning international education.

Labour leaders from across the Maghreb recently met in Mauritania to discuss conflict resolution.

An opposition leader from Libya's western mountains tells Magharebia how revolutionaries are holding out.

The United Kingdom views Algeria as "a key ally" in bolstering Sahel security.

The Moroccan health ministry penalised some private hospitals for failing to meet hygiene standards.

The World Bank is backing development of Mauritania's fast-growing mining industry.

A regional security specialist tells Magharebia how he thinks the region should respond to al-Qaeda and the conflict in Libya.

Concerns of renewed terrorist activity are heightened on the eve of the holy month.

Young activists should play a pivotal role in building bridges of understanding across the French-speaking world, participants at a recent Nouakchott gathering agreed.

Concerns about food shortages are mounting in Tunisia in the run-up to Ramadan.

A recent study by Moroccan officials explored the root causes of youth unemployment and investigated possible solutions.

A major information campaign is under way on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and traditional media outlets to urge Tunisians to register to vote.

A fusion of music rhythms and sharp humour illuminates the Algerian capital this summer.

Authorities in Tunisia hope the country can become a regional hub of Islamic banking activity, generating jobs for thousands of citizens.

Roadblocks, mobile patrol units and thousands of gendarmes are in place to ensure that vacationers can enjoy a trouble-free stay in Algerian resorts.

Another round of negotiations between Morocco and the Polisario ended without making any progress.

The French Development Agency has extended a helping hand to boost Mauritania's troubled electricity industry.

Four Moroccan students put their creativity to work at the world's biggest technology competition.

Libyan military units are straining to find new recruits after months of fighting revolutionary forces.

The opening of the world's first hybrid power station marks Algeria's full entry into the era of clean energy.

Authorities in Morocco are looking to establish new rules for political party financing ahead of early parliamentary elections.

Al-Qaeda's resorting to criminal tactics for profit suggests that the terrorist group is losing support from traditional donors.

A Misrata rebel commander sheds light on how his beleaguered city survived.

Local authorities in the historic oasis town of Tidjikja hope that this year's dates festival will highlight the region's history and promote the local economy.

Displaced families along the Libyan-Tunisian border complain of scant health services and deteriorating conditions.

Relations between Tunisian journalists and the interim government have soured in recent weeks.

An overwhelming outpouring of love and admiration marked Ait Menguellet's long-awaited reunion with Algiers audience.

After an upsurge in al-Qaeda violence, Mauritania is looking to beef up its air force capacity in order to monitor the vast Sahel-Saharan region.

The spread of weapons among non-combatants may be dangerous, but for many Libyans it is becoming a necessity.

Growing acrimony and demonstrations are raising concerns among some Tunisians about where the country is headed.

The European Union hopes to promote respect for human rights in Mauritania by injecting millions into the country's judicial sector.

The Tunisian prime minister charged that political parties were fomenting strife.

Ahead of legislative elections, fresh demonstrations and political debates flare across Morocco.

Algeria's state-run air carrier embarked on labour talks following four days of crippling protests.

Defence co-operation between Mauritania and Mali has led to a series of defeats for AQIM.

Schools are the new battleground in Morocco's anti-corruption strategy.

The heat wave roasting Algeria for the past week has resulted in power outages and aroused public anger.

Algeria and Mali have agreed to step up bilateral ties to turn the vast Sahel-Saharan region into an "area of peace and security".

As the Tripoli government tries to lure back global oil companies, Libyans are asking where Kadhafi spent decades of oil wealth while they were left in poverty.

Months after the revolution, Tunisians continue to call for a return of money stolen through corruption. Sami Remadi's organisation works to ensure the demands are met.

The Mauritanian armed forces are flexing their muscles as the country is engaged in a relentless fight against terrorism.

A visit by America's top military official in Africa is highlighting the growing importance of Mauritania's war against al-Qaeda.

The Mauritanian capital continues to suffer from scant water supplies. To address the challenge, the government embarked on a new project.

New reforms will also bring an end to the dreaded CAPES exam.

As the families of French hostages marked 300 days since al-Qaeda kidnapped their loved ones' kidnapping, experts and policy-makers maintain that paying a ransom would only embolden terrorists.

Legendary Algerian rai musicians are re-taking stage this summer.

Algerian military officials are taking action against troops accused of accidentally killing a civilian.

Draft legislation regulating Tunisia's newly freed press is raising the eyebrows of some journalists.

With the Libya crisis creating an opening for al-Qaeda, Sahel states are looking to foreign partners for security aid.

Citizens put ideas into action to build a better Algeria.

Maghreb residents are beginning to embrace a regional identity.

An increasing number of Algerians are calling for the FLN to be disbanded.

A proposed law regulating political party finances in Tunisia is causing controversy.

Algerian fears that arms smuggled from Libya could end up in the hands of al-Qaeda are justified, according to analysts.

The number of Tunisian media channels has mushroomed since January 14th, but some observers doubt whether quantity means quality.

Algerian government expenditures are up by 25% as authorities try to quell unrest.

Mauritanian soldiers stopped a major terrorist assault and inflicted heavy losses on al-Qaeda fighters.

New punishments will be introduced for Algerian drivers who break the Highway Code.

Members of Tunisia's Amazigh community hope their language will be part of the country's new democratic constitution.

Tunisia had already opened its borders to Libyan refugees. On Saturday, it opened its schools.

Mauritanian officials hope recent reforms and pilot programmes can integrate young people into the nation's workforce.

Secret documents recovered from bin Laden's Pakistani compound reveal that the terror leader knew al-Qaeda's name had a toxic reputation among Muslims.

Al-Qaeda may take advantage of the security gaps in Libya, international analysts warn.

At the African Union summit in Malabo, leaders proposed a settlement in Libya's ongoing crisis. Rebels say it doesn't go far enough.

From public enthusiasm to renewed protests, a landslide vote in favour of Morocco's new constitution drew varied reactions.

South Korean and Chinese enterprises are competing with European giants to win business deals in Algeria.

While Mauritania is taking steps to increase press freedom, some journalists are concerned that the new media law still infringes on their rights.

The place of Islam under the law is guaranteed in Morocco's draft constitution. What do voters think?

Tensions flared in the run-up to today's decisive vote.