Moroccan rapper and filmmaker Mehdi El Youbi has been released on bail after 18 days in detention in Casablanca on charges of 'insulting a constitutional institution.' His supporters celebrate the decision but await his next hearing in October 2026. The arrest drew international attention and sparked protests across Morocco and abroad.

Aug 1, 2026

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From Rapper to Prime Minister: Nepal's Reform Experimenter

Balendra Shah, a former rapper turned Nepal's youngest prime minister, faces challenges in pushing political reforms amid high expectations. His political career began with street protest movements, where he used music to speak out against corruption and social injustice. After winning the election, Shah pledged to implement sweeping reforms, but faces challenges from opposition parties and traditional interest groups.

Jun 18, 2026