Magharebia

A recent cold snap and a lack of rain have damaged Moroccan crops.

The arrest of three Tunisian journalists over the publication of a nude photo ignited a national discussion on free speech, morality and media reform.

Experts say al-Qaeda risks alienating supporters if it goes ahead with threats to kill a Mauritanian gendarme.

Morocco coach Eric Gerets laid out plans for improving the team.

Algeria is toughening up terror laws under a new presidential directive in order to combat money laundering.

Increased demand in the wake of the Libyan and Tunisian revolutions is driving up the cost of many household goods in Tunisia.

As violence continues to rage in northern Mali, thousands find safe havens in Mauritania and beyond.

Conservative theologians and Mauritanian artists are working together to foster national unity.

Sporting officials in Algeria are rescheduling games in order to free up security resources for the country's legislative elections.

Morocco's decision to free high-profile Salafist detainees comes amid the changing political landscape.

Activists across Morocco celebrated the first anniversary of the kingdom's largest pro-reform movement with new protests and fresh demands.

Despite persistent unemployment among Mauritanian youth, some see encouraging signs in recent government action.

ANP forces killed scores of AQIM terrorists in a major security sweep.

Two top Algerian footballers are off the roster for the national team's upcoming CAN qualifier.

A just-held Nouakchott soiree aimed to promote a culture of peace and diversity amid rising security challenges.

The Algerian government seeks to revive diplomacy to bring peace to Mali as more and more refugees are fleeing scenes of destruction and violence.

Using ballot boxes borrowed from Tunisia, Misratans cast their vote in Libya's first free election in more than four decades.

The Moroccan government is promising to look into the needs of isolated communities hard hit by an unusually severe winter.

Tunisia is redoubling efforts to counter the looming terror threat and strengthen border security with Libya.

Moroccan and international observers examine whether the kingdom succeeded in providing redress for victims of past human rights abuses.

With a volatile mix of Libyan arms, al-Qaeda terrorists and a Touareg rebellion, Sahel instability is raising fears across Africa.

After a few days of doubt, Morocco is delighted at the approval of the agriculture agreement by the European Parliament.

A recent Touareg offensive in the northern Malian city of Aguelhok bore signs of AQIM involvement, officials say.

With a newly open atmosphere, Tunisia is becoming a laboratory for Islamic theologians testing the bounds of free speech.

A third land crossing between Tunisia and Libya would contribute to stronger trade ties, residents of border areas say.

Rights activists renew calls for abolishing capital punishment, citing an article in the new constitution.

"The wind of democracy which has blown through the region will certainly breathe new life into the future of Maghreb co-operation," says Moroccan Foreign Minister Saadeddine El Othmani.

A year after the revolt that brought down a dictator, Libyans are optimistic that the future will bring prosperity.

With scores of foreign tourists turning out to see the scenic ruins of Ouadane, officials see the northern region as key to reviving the tourism sector.

The security vacuum in northern Mali endangers the entire Sahel region, Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz warns.

A committee of MPs and local and governmental officials has been asked to conduct an inquiry into events in Taza and to identify possible solutions.

In the latest push to strengthen inter-Maghreb relations, the Moroccan foreign minister paid a visit to Mauritania.

Tunisian Prime Minister Hamadi Jebali is gaining in popularity, while Rachid Ghannouchi's approval ratings continue to dwindle.

People across Libya mark a year of historic change.

The Algerian government continues its crackdown on public drinking venues but denies the significance of Islamist pressure.

Military forces from four countries are visiting isolated communities to warn against the enticements of al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb.

Media figures and activists urge the Tunisian government to codify freedom of the press in the new constitution.

With the Maghreb importing more and more food, governments are hoping stepped up information sharing can reduce the risk of crisis.

Dissatisfaction with Morocco's national football programme has risen to the level of parliamentary debate.

After years of diplomatic impasse, Maghreb leaders may gather this year to re-launch the union.

Despite the tough task of transitioning to democracy, Libya's interim government is vowing to follow through on commitments to care for wounded revolutionaries.

Algeria is still in the grip of an unprecedented cold spell that has lasted for more than a week.

More than a year after Ben Ali was overthrown, Tunisians are still debating the best way to deal with remnants of the old regime.

Experts say that the fight against transnational terrorism should take place within the confines of the law and respect individuals' fundamental rights.

"2012 will be the year of the UMA," Tunisian President Moncef Marzouki says on an historic trip aimed at reviving the Maghreb Union.

A new scheme aimed at combatting corruption in Mauritania shows the government is serious about reform, young activists say.

A Moroccan singer in Beirut, Tahra Hmamich stays true to her homeland and calls on young Maghreb talent to chase after their dreams.

Niqab wearers say the issue is a personal choice but some women say it jeopardises their hard-won gains.

The countdown to legislative elections has begun.

Concerns are growing over the effect of a Touareg revolt in Mali on Sahel security, but rebels deny they have any link to terrorists.

Religious scholars engage in a vivid debate on whether public protest is permissible in Islam.

The new Moroccan government aims to boost students' employment prospects by strengthening state schools and universities.

Maghreb states cannot achieve economic integration if the Moroccan-Algerian border remains closed, the IMF chief says.

Tunisia is moving to step up border security in the wake of a recent clash near Sfax that some are blaming on al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb.

Heavy snowfall is bringing a mix of pleasure and peril to Algeria for the first time in nearly a decade.

Young members of Mauritania's ruling party say opposition activists should seek change at the ballot box rather than through violent means.

With thousands of refugees fleeing the war in northern Mali, Algeria is looking to find a peaceful settlement to the crisis.

Once forbidden on the streets of Tunisia, conservative religious garments are gaining in popularity.

While the revolutionary thirst for information led to the spread of media outlets, Libya's new editions suffer from a lack of expertise and scant funding.

An increasing number of AQIM members are abandoning terror ideology, pushing terrorist leaders to desperate acts.

E-commerce, a mobile phone boom and ever-expanding internet access are re-shaping the way Moroccans deal with their daily needs.

With young Muslims caught between a desire for change and the growing power of radical groups, religious leaders promote education.

Morocco's jobless graduates are counting on the new government to deliver on its campaign promises.

A much-awaited plan to build a Renault vehicle assembly plant in Algeria is about to become a reality.

This year's talent competition picks up where its predecessors left off, hoping to motivate and support young Moroccan musicians.

The latest Touareg rebellion in Mali is forcing thousands of people to flee their homes.

The new Moroccan government vows to remove patronage and foster a healthy business environment.

Reports are circulating that European countries are preparing for a military crackdown on al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb.

Football fans are calling for the ouster of Morocco's national coach after the team was eliminated from CAN 2012.

To attain its development objectives, Morocco needs to tap into the vast potential of youth cultures, a recent report concluded.

African leaders endorsed plans for a free trade zone from Cairo to Cape Town at the group's first post-Kadhafi gathering.

A number of revered Arab religious thinkers debated how to develop an ideological alternative to violence for Muslim youths.

In a move to boost political pluralism, Algeria is preparing to announce new political parties.

With Malian Touaregs in open revolt, Nigerien officials are moving to address citizens' economic grievances.

Remarks by one of Ennahda's top members revived a debate on the limits of freedom of expression and religious discourse in Tunisia.

Recent comments by top Algerian officials could presage a reopening of the country's border with Morocco.