Report highlights ongoing water risks for Morocco’s agriculture despite recent rains
After years of severe drought, Morocco has recently experienced a surge in rainfall, offering temporary relief to its agricultural sector.
Egypt increased fuel prices by 10% to 17% likely driving up costs of goods and services. The government cited in a statement on Facebook the need to narrow the gap between the selling price of petroleum products and their production and import costs. This comes amid soaring inflation, which has strained Egyptians with higher living expenses, including a previous 10% fuel hike, rising subway fares, and a weakening currency over the summer.
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