Magharebia

Morocco looks to adopt a more active tourism promotion strategy to stave off the impacts of regional turmoil.

Educators and religious authorities seek to prevent terrorist recruiting from religious schools.

As fighting continues in Sirte and Bani Walid, Libya's interim authorities are working to take care of the everyday needs of citizens.

Activists in Mauritania are launching a campaign to teach young people a culture of peace.

The postponed consideration of the finance bill has sparked a political outcry in Morocco.

Amnesty International's manifesto for Tunisian political parties spurred a debate on how to reconcile universal liberties and cultural peculiarities.

The Tunisian press aims to exemplify ethical reporting during the country's transition to democracy.

Algerian air force officials are joining regional partners to step up counter-terror training.

Morocco's vigilant security has prevented al-Qaeda from forming organised and structured terror cells in the kingdom, analysts say.

An Islamic charity centre will help Tunisia deal with the social and economic challenges besetting the country in transition, according to sharia scholars.

A provocative audiotape from Aicha Kadhafi has many Algerians feeling betrayed.

With trans-border crime and the threat of terrorism on the rise, the EU is set to help Mauritania keep a handle on the vast Sahel frontier.

Demand for smartphones is on the rise in Morocco but locally produces mobile apps remain in short supply.

Morocco's state education continues to draw criticism from the public while the government seeks to defend its strategy.

After months of diplomatic wrangling and acrimonious debate, Algeria says it is ready to work with Libya's new leaders.

After years of repression, Libyans are eager to finally hold their former leaders to account. But some believe that justice cannot be delivered in the midst of war.

The European Union is working with Sahel partners to both improve security and boost rural development.

Controversy surrounds the entry of several Tunisian sports icons into the political arena.

Just-signed deals between Tunisia and the African Development Bank aim to spur job creation.

A new research centre in Mauritania aims to help officials improve strategic planning.

Sahel states need to exert concerted efforts to turn the conflict-ridden region into a haven of peace and security, the Algerian authorities insist.

International help is necessary to support Arab states in transition, a recent forum concluded.

Mauritanian fishermen are worried that a renewed trade pact with the European Union could leave them out of a job.

Many Tunisians remain confused and uninformed about the country's upcoming democratic elections, recent surveys show.

Following Mauriania's crackdown on al-Qaeda, the terrorist group has turned its focus on Niger.

Obstacles to entering the job market make it increasingly difficult for young professionals to gain much-needed experience.

The idea of a referendum to limit the tenure of Tunisia's constitution-writing body has set the blogosphere abuzz.

Al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri is dealing with a depleted organisation that may not be able to conduct additional attacks.

Reporters and military officers examine how to strike a balance between freedom of speech and national security.

Both businesses and politicians must play a role in Morocco's anti-graft campaign, analysts say.

While a growing number of terrorists might be willing to return to peaceful life, doubts about an uncertain future prevent many from surrendering.

Commanders are struggling to restrain their fighters from rushing into Bani Walid against heavy weaponry and experienced Kadhafi battalions.

A new document aims to assuage public fears about the powers of Tunisia's soon-to-be-elected constituent assembly.

Armed with credit cards and internet access, an increasing number of Moroccans are choosing to shop without leaving home.

While Mauritania is set to allow private TV stations, some are concerned that licensing requirements will allow the government to maintain control of information.

To overcome the decades-long legacy of repression, Libyans need to institute legal reforms and bring war criminals to justice, according to a new NGO report.

Efforts to slash public spending in Morocco are raising fears about the potential for job losses.

Moroccan parties are banding together as they try to garner political influence a few weeks before the early legislative vote.

Reactions from Algerians are mixed about the reforms begun by the government.

A wave of anger swept over the Algerian capital this week as residents clamoured for changes in the government's re-housing plans.

Civilians along the Mali-Mauritanian border say they fear new clashes with al-Qaeda.

With little progress from Maghreb governments on regional unity, young activists are taking the issue into their own hands.

A recent proposal to grant more parliament seats to women and youths has caused controversy in Morocco.

One of Libya's leading rebel commanders tells Magharebia how the interim government is working to ensure security and a return to normalcy.

Though Libyan rebels liberated most cities from Moamer Kadhafi's grip, tough living conditions continue to force masses of people to flee.

The popular summer tourist destination of Jijel has once more opened up its long beaches with their fine sand and turquoise waters to the sun-seekers.

Speculation is rife throughout the Sahel-Saharan region on where Kadhafi and the remnants of his regime will seek refuge.

Libya's interim government is moving ahead with transition plans even as the impasse over towns still controlled by Kadhafi supporters continues.

Some Tunisian political parties want to limit the authority of the Constituent Assembly in an effort to avoid concentrating power in the hands of one body.

Faced with searing criticism from the opposition, the Moroccan government launched a new website to summarise its achievements.

Some experts fear that a recently passed measure to boost women's presence in elected bodies will bring less qualified candidates into politics.

In an effort to promote moderate ideology, Mauritanian authorities are training a hundred imams in how to adapt their sermons to the modern world.

Movie-makers from across the Maghreb descended on Nabeul, Tunisia last week to celebrate the country's newly liberated film industry.

The world's most developed nations are pledging to provide billions of dollars in assistance to Tunisia, Egypt and other Arab states seeking to overcome their authoritarian past.

Many Salafist leaders exhorted their followers to join the ranks of pro-reform activists. But analysts question whether their true intention is a desire for democratic change.

The September 11th attacks on the United States made the global community relate to the suffering Algerians had endured for more than a decade.

Mauritania is working to bring the country's civil aviation security up to international standards.

Tunisia, Algeria and Libya need to work together to ensure regional stability, according to analysts.

A deadly terror attack in Nigeria highlights ties between al-Qaeda and African terrorist groups.

Political turmoil in North Africa has brought fresh challenges to the Sahel region. World leaders discuss how best to face them.

Moroccan authorities are discussing plans to offer unemployment benefits to ease the strain of the global financial crisis.

A recent event on the legal framework for the media exposed the challenges and fears facing Tunisian reporters.

Kadhafi regime holdouts continue to negotiate with revolutionary forces outside the Libyan town of Bani Walid.

The withdrawal of Touareg fighters from Libya is a victory for rebels but a major security concern for the Sahel-Saharan region.

Tunisia's transitional government will ward off any attempts to disrupt public order, Prime Minister Beji Caid Essebsi vowed.

A recently published study is shining the spotlight on stepped up terrorist activity in Mauritania.

Moroccan young people struggle to find a balance between their religious convictions and modern practices.

Mauritania has no legal structure to combat online extremism, according to experts.

The Mauritanian military is looking to put previous abuses behind it and pay recompense to those who were wronged.

Youth volunteer campaigns, women's demonstrations and the first independent newspaper mark life in Libya's liberated capital.

Despite diplomatic setbacks, Sahrawis are optimistic that the long-simmering conflict will come to an end.

Algeria, Mauritania, Mali and Niger will be the focus of an international gathering this week to discuss strategic questions in the Sahel.

Reporters discussed whether they should take a proactive anti-terrorist stance or remain neutral.

After the downfall of Kadhafi, many Touaregs who once relied on his largesse are now heading back to Mali.

Ties between the neighbour states will improve with "the return of stability" to Libya, an Algerian official said.

The death of the most radical Touareg rebel leader in Mali raises vital questions about the future of peace and security in the Sahel.

The Moroccan government is taking steps to embody the spirit of the recently approved constitution.

Enhanced security measures accompany the announcement of reforms in Algeria

Al-Qaeda claimed to target the Algerian military. For the family of a Tunisian victim, the Cherchell bombing was an assault on "all human values".

Tripoli residents celebrated Eid al-Fitr and the city's transition to NTC rule. By Essam Mohamed for

Yemen's ancient mosque preaches the values of religious moderation and tolerance.

A sharp increase in Morocco's budget has reopened the debate about reforms in the kingdom.

In his latest novel, Moroccan writer and politician Mohamed Achaari challenges the traditional explanation for terrorism.

Tunisia's election campaign is in full swing but some experts question the methods used by political parties.