Daily Digest — 2026-10-21
French/Arabic sources · Africa
Today's news in Morocco covers a range of topics, from debates on the death penalty and financial market corrections to international concerns about AI in military applications and the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Yemen.
Amina Bouayach, president of the National Human Rights Council, emphasized the need to humanize the debate on the death penalty in Rabat. She argued against viewing life deprivation as a means of justice, highlighting a shift in societal perspective.
📰 Read original →Brahim Berrada, DG of HPS, discussed the company's growth strategies, including the development of SaaS solutions and the integration of AI. He also reviewed the strategic plan for AccelR8 and the impact of acquiring CR2, a banking software specialist.
📰 Read original →CFG Research identified factors behind the rise in long-term interest rates and the stock market correction. They suggested that the current correction presents attractive entry points for investors with potential for price increases in the medium to long term.
📰 Read original →The United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research cautioned against the increasing use of AI in military applications, calling for stronger international cooperation and regulatory mechanisms to maintain global peace and security.
📰 Read original →More than 250,000 people have been internally displaced in Yemen since hostilities resumed in August, according to the UN Refugee Agency. The agency expressed deep concern over the escalating displacement situation in the country.
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