Morocco

Phosphates are a cornerstone of Morocco's economic growth

Othmani’s election as leader of the party should strengthen the Islamist movement

North African countries import high proportions of their food, making them vulnerable to global price fluctuations

The prime minister’s party has stopped the former premier, Abdelilah Benkirane, from running for the party’s leadership

North Africa governments are preparing for elections over the next two years

The IMF is encouraging Rabat to adopt a flexible exchange rate, to respond better to external shocks and boost exports

The king is losing patience with the government's ineffective response to months of demonstrations in the Rif region

Algeria, Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia have introduced laws to attract investment and grow their economies