Bruce Maddy
Bruce Maddy
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Maghreb politics and identity contributor
Bruce Maddy covers Morocco, Algeria, Amazigh politics, Western Sahara and questions of political identity across the Maghreb. His work focuses on how institutions, regional rivalries and relationships between states and communities shape political change across North Africa.
30 latest articles by Bruce Maddy
Algeria and Chad launch joint push in hydrocarbons sector
Algeria and Chad have initiated a targeted mission to deepen collaboration in hydrocarbons, signaling a calculated move to strengthen economic ties and leverage shared energy interests across North Africa and the Sahel.
Algeria launches new mining law to break resource dependency
Algeria's sweeping New Mining Law aims to transform a sector long overshadowed by hydrocarbons, opening the door to foreign investment and competitive tenders while regional neighbors clamp down on foreign access. The stakes are high for Algeria's economic future.
Algeria reverses school reforms days before academic year begins
Algeria's government has abruptly scrapped sweeping school timetable and curriculum changes just weeks before the new term, forcing educators to revert to a two-decade-old system and exposing the presidency's direct grip over education policy.
Algeria and Slovakia launch new phase of bilateral cooperation
Algeria and Slovakia have announced a new phase of joint cooperation, targeting expanded economic, political, and cultural ties. The move signals a calculated effort to deepen bilateral relations and unlock new opportunities for trade and investment.
Algeria faces fiscal strain as non-oil sectors struggle to offset energy losses
Algeria's push to diversify away from oil and gas is showing early momentum in industry and mining, yet the country's public finances remain exposed as energy revenues falter and the budget deficit widens beyond 10 percent of GDP.
Fabtech completes turnkey cleanroom for Algerian veterinary plant
Fabtech Technologies has delivered a full-scale cleanroom and MEP solution for an undisclosed veterinary manufacturing facility in Algeria, marking another strategic investment in the country's pharmaceutical infrastructure and regional supply chain.
Chinese Automotive Investment Transforms Morocco into Europe Facing Hub
Morocco is rapidly becoming the primary gateway for Chinese automakers and suppliers targeting Europe, with record investment in battery and component factories. This shift is redrawing the competitive map for the automotive industry across the Mediterranean.
India and Morocco launch joint defence committee to deepen military ties
India and Morocco have activated a new phase in their defence partnership with the first Joint Defence Committee meeting in New Delhi, targeting expanded cooperation in military training, cyber defence, and defence industry collaboration as the 70th anniversary of ties approaches.
India and Morocco move to joint defence projects after New Delhi summit
India and Morocco have advanced their defence partnership by launching their Joint Defence Committee in New Delhi, setting the stage for joint projects, technology sharing, and deeper military-industrial ties ahead of the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations.
Morocco launches national AI strategy with bold economic targets
Morocco has moved from planning to implementation on its national AI strategy, targeting 100 billion dirhams in GDP value and 50,000 jobs by 2030, with a focus on digital sovereignty and homegrown innovation.
Algeria launches tender to connect 3000 remote areas to mobile networks
Algeria's telecom regulator has opened a national tender to extend mobile wireless coverage to 3000 underserved areas, aiming to close the digital gap and enable internet access for isolated communities long left behind by infrastructure investment.
Morocco's Left Alliance unveils $53 billion plan for sweeping social reforms
Morocco's Left Alliance has launched a $53 billion election program promising 431 measures, including a unified minimum wage and expanded social support, as rival parties escalate spending pledges ahead of the 2026 parliamentary elections.
Ceuta leader demands EU action as migrant influx overwhelms city
Ceuta's president Juan Jesús Vivas has broken with Madrid and urged the EU to confront Morocco and fund urgent border security, warning that the Spanish exclave faces collapse after 80,000 migrants entered in a single day and over 150 died at sea.
Guinea-Bissau targets Moroccan investment with economic promotion drive
Guinea-Bissau has launched a week-long economic promotion campaign in Morocco, aiming to attract Moroccan investment and forge new business partnerships across infrastructure, agriculture, energy, tourism, and finance. The initiative signals a strategic effort to reposition Guinea-Bissau as a credible partner for Moroccan capital and expertise.
India targets Algerian mining sector for strategic technology partnership
India is moving to deepen its economic footprint in Algeria by prioritising technology transfer and joint ventures in the mining sector, as Ambassador Swati Vijay Kulkarni calls for a concrete action plan to modernise Algeria's mineral value chain.
Greece and Denmark back Morocco autonomy plan for Western Sahara
Greece and Denmark have publicly endorsed Morocco's autonomy plan for Western Sahara, aligning with UN Resolution 2797 and the EU position. Their stance signals a shift in European consensus and opens new channels for economic cooperation with Rabat.
Algeria deploys military power to secure Niger border after coup threat
Algeria has escalated its military involvement in Niger, deploying fighter jets and helicopters to support the junta after a failed coup attempt. The move signals a shift in Algiers' Sahel strategy and raises the stakes for regional security and energy infrastructure.
UN faces pressure to halt resource-driven transformation in Western Sahara
Western Sahara Resource Watch is urging the UN to intervene as Morocco's exploitation of Western Sahara's fisheries, phosphates and renewables accelerates, warning that unchecked economic development risks locking in realities before self-determination is achieved.
Morocco secures Synhelion synthetic fuel plant in Tan-Tan
Morocco has landed a major clean-energy investment as Synhelion signs a deal to build a synthetic fuel plant in Tan-Tan, aiming for 100000 tonnes of renewable fuel annually and positioning the country as a regional green industry hub.
Azerbaijan and Algeria set 2027 for high-stakes energy and trade summit
Azerbaijan and Algeria have locked in early 2027 for their inaugural joint commission meeting in Baku, aiming to formalize expanding energy, trade, and technical ties. The move signals a calculated push to leverage OPEC+ alignment and deepen state company partnerships.
Morocco's crackdown on philosophy reshaped education and empowered Islamists
Morocco's campaign to suppress philosophy education under Hassan II fundamentally altered the country's intellectual landscape, clearing the way for conservative and Islamist dominance in schools and leaving a legacy that continues to shape Moroccan society.
Algeria China Trade Surges as Direct Air Link to Shanghai Announced
Algeria and China have recorded $9 billion in trade in just six months of 2024, a 28% jump over last year. The imminent launch of a direct Algiers-Shanghai air route signals intensifying economic and strategic cooperation.
Indian Exporters Target New Sectors in Algeria as Trade Diversifies
Indian exports to Algeria are rapidly expanding beyond traditional goods, with engineering, pharmaceuticals, and agri-food products now leading the charge. This shift is opening new commercial opportunities for Indian businesses seeking a foothold in North Africa's evolving markets.
Algeria redraws its security map with fighter jet deployment in Niger
Algeria's unprecedented deployment of Su-30 jets to Niger marks a decisive shift in its security doctrine, linking military presence to energy investments and signaling that instability in the Sahel now falls within Algiers's strategic perimeter.
Moroccan Startup One Med Link Targets Hospital Data Bottlenecks with AI Platform
One Med Link is rolling out an AI-powered platform designed to streamline clinical workflows and structure health data in Moroccan hospitals, aiming to address inefficiencies and underrepresentation of African data in global medical research.
Julyana Free Zone Port sets new record for vessel arrivals in August
Julyana Free Zone Port registered its highest monthly vessel traffic in August, handling 93 commercial ships across diverse cargo types. The surge signals a shift in regional trade flows and growing confidence among shipping operators and merchants.
Libyan Government Uncovers Coordinated Drone Plot Against Energy Infrastructure
Libya's Tripoli-based government has dismantled a sabotage cell behind suicide-drone attacks on oil and power facilities, exposing a coordinated campaign targeting the country's critical energy infrastructure during a period of acute service pressure.
Spanish and Libyan Chambers Drive Direct Business Engagement in Tripoli
Spanish and Libyan business leaders are accelerating commercial ties with a multisector mission in Tripoli, leveraging direct air connectivity and targeted B2B meetings to unlock new trade and investment opportunities across food, tobacco, and electrical sectors.
Harouge Oil Operations lifts output with new Amal Field well
Harouge Oil Operations has brought its B79A replacement well online at the Amal Field in Libya, adding 2000 barrels per day to production as part of a targeted 2026 capacity expansion. The move signals renewed momentum in Libya's oil sector.
US Business Delegation Defies Travel Warning to Pursue Libya Projects
American executives landed in Benghazi for the Libyan-American Development and Reconstruction Forum, pushing for concrete partnerships and project launches even as the US State Department maintains its highest-level travel warning for Libya.
