Tunisia’s already close links with Italy will take on a more physical form should a scheme to connect the two countries by an undersea cable to carry electricity from Tunisia …
North Africa
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In an attempt to contain a surge in local cement and steel prices caused by a surging export market, the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) issued a decree at …
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Algeria is flexing its considerable muscle in the gas industry, expanding its distribution network, pushing for price increases and also being among the countries actively promoting discussions on forming a …
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Morocco’s banks have begun their annual reporting season for 2006, and so far the news from the sector has been robust. “Three banks now control 64% of the market, against …
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Tunisia’s already close links with Italy will take on a more physical form should a scheme to connect the two countries by an undersea cable to carry electricity from Tunisia …
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In an attempt to contain a surge in local cement and steel prices caused by a surging export market, the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) issued a decree at …
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The privatization process in Tunisia is starting to run out of steam, though not from lack of support for the program from the government. It has instead become a victim …
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During a conference with various employers’ associations in March, Hamid Temmar, the minister of state shareholdings and investment promotion, unveiled the Algerian government’s new strategy for industry. The state program …
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The launch of Morocco’s new telecom operator, Wana, was greeted with much popular relish, revealing the appetite Moroccans have for the fruits of telecommunications liberalization. The high-profile launch comes on …
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The real estate sector in Egypt is looking to build on its strong 2006 performance, with new regulations encouraging home ownership. The hoped-for result? As mortgage financing becomes increasingly available, economic …