King Mohammed VI unveils reforms to strengthen support for Moroccans living abroad (Read more...)

Green March : «Some exploit the Sahara issue to access the Atlantic», King Mohammed VI says (Read more...)

Adam Aznou, Morocco's youngest ever starter and Bayern Munich's new gem (Read more...)

Will the new US President further implement Sahara recognition plan ? (Read more...)

AfCFTA Secretary General outlines keys to strong intra-African trade in Casablanca (Read more...)

King Mohammed VI unveils reforms to strengthen support for Moroccans living abroad

King Mohammed VI announced a major transformation in the management of Morocco's diaspora affairs, creating two main bodies to better serve Moroccans abroad. He emphasized streamlining procedures, enhancing cultural and linguistic ties, and boosting diaspora contributions to national investment.

Green March : «Some exploit the Sahara issue to access the Atlantic», King Mohammed VI says

King Mohammed VI marked the 49th anniversary of the Green March, emphasizing Morocco's established sovereignty over the Sahara and the region's ongoing development, stability, and global support. He also criticized those who cling to outdated positions on the Sahara issue and urged the UN to recognize the reality of Morocco's sovereignty in contrast to baseless claims.

King Mohammed VI congratulates Donald Trump on his re-election

King Mohammed VI sent a message of congratulations to Donald J. Trump following his election as President of the United States for a second term. In his message, the Sovereign expressed his sincere congratulations and best wishes for Trump's success in his presidential duties and his continued efforts to serve the American people. The King emphasized that Trump's resounding success in the elections is a testament to his patriotism and his dedication to upholding the best interests of the

Adam Aznou, Morocco's youngest ever starter and Bayern Munich's new gem

Adam Aznou made his Bundesliga debut for Bayern Munich at 18, helping secure a 3-0 win over Union Bremen. The versatile Moroccan player, also called up by his national team, has quickly gained recognition for his talent and potential both at Bayern and internationally.

Morocco crowned «most welcoming destination» at WTM London

On Tuesday evening, the Moroccan National Tourist Office (ONMT) was awarded the «Most Welcoming Destination» prize at the Arab Travel Awards, held alongside the World Travel Market (WTM) in London from November 5 to 7. This recognition underscores Morocco's commitment to hospitality, enhancing its appeal and strengthening its position as a leading tourist destination in the UK market. At the 2024 WTM, the ONMT showcased Morocco's offerings with an expansive 800 m² pavilion,

Will the new US President further implement Sahara recognition plan ?

Donald Trump announced his victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, claiming a historic win. World leaders, including French President Macron and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, congratulated him, while Morocco hopes for the fulfillment of Trump's previous commitments, particularly regarding recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara.

Moroccan football coach Rachid Taoussi to defend doctoral dissertation on leadership

On November 18, 2024, Moroccan football manager Rachid Taoussi will defend his doctoral dissertation in Business Administration at Éklore-Ed School of Management in France. His dissertation is titled «Characteristics of the Ideal Leader-Coach: A Contextual Analysis Based on Storytelling Methodology». Since last September, Taoussi has been coaching Tanzania's Azam FC and is currently performing well with the team. Previously, he coached several Moroccan clubs and led the

Amid genocide in Gaza, Moroccan journalists visit Israel

At the invitation of the Israeli government, a group of Moroccan journalists is visiting Israel from November 4 to 9, with the trip organized by the Israeli liaison office in Rabat. The visit comes as the Israeli army extends its military operations from Gaza to Lebanon. So far, there has been no official statement from Tel Aviv regarding the visit. The Israeli army’s spokesperson for Arab media, Avichay Adraee, has also remained silent about his «meeting» with the Moroccan

FAR drone strike kills armed Polisario members east of sand wall

On Tuesday, November 5, a Royal Armed Forces (FAR) drone struck four Polisario vehicles in the locality of Gleibat El Foula, east of the Moroccan defensive wall known as the Mur des Sables. «Once again, the militiamen used vehicles with Mauritanian license plates and wore civilian clothing to evade FAR detection», a Moroccan source told Yabiladi. The preliminary toll from the airstrike is reported as two dead and three wounded. In audio messages, Sahrawis from the Tindouf camps

AfCFTA Secretary General outlines keys to strong intra-African trade in Casablanca

Taking part in the AfCFTA Business Forum held in Casablanca, the Secretary General of the African Continental Free Trade Area, Wamkele Mene, outlined the keys to strengthening trade and exports in Africa. In this regard, he highlighted the tools developed within the framework of the AfCFTA agreement.

When Juan Carlos wanted to cede Melilla to King Hassan II (CIA document)

In April 1979, Juan Carlos was ready to cede Melilla to Morocco and entrust Ceuta to the international tutelage. This decision was initiated by the American embassy resulting in a meeting between King Hassan II and an envoy sent by Jimmy Carter.

CAF approves RS Berkane's jersey with full map of Morocco, sparking anger in Algeria

The Confederation of African Football's (CAF) Competitions Committee has approved Renaissance Sportive de Berkane's jersey, which features a map of Morocco, including the Sahara. This decision has drawn condemnation from the Algerian sports press, with some outlets labeling it a «CAF scandal» and a «blow» to Algeria. The Algerian reaction stems from a previous incident in August 2023, when RS Berkane was denied permission to wear their traditional jersey with the full

ZLECAf Business Forum opens in Morocco, aims to boost African trade

The ZLECAf Business Forum kicked off in Casablanca on Tuesday, November 5th. The event, attended by government officials and business leaders from across Africa, aims to advance regional integration and intra-African trade within the framework of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

Hosting 2030 World Cup could yield over $10 billion for Morocco

Hosting the 2030 World Cup presents Morocco with a unique opportunity to boost tourism, attract investment, and enhance infrastructure, with projected economic returns of $8-10 billion. However, challenges remain in creating sustainable stadiums, managing debt, and upgrading public services for long-term benefits.

Dutch-Moroccan ex-anti-terrorism official denies «spying for Morocco», seeks PM's testimony

Moroccan-Dutch Abderrahim El M., a former employee of the Dutch National Coordinator for Terrorism and Security (NCTV), is currently on trial in the Netherlands, accused of espionage for the Moroccan secret service. He has pleaded not guilty. El M., who remained silent during interrogations by the Dutch Criminal Investigation Department, stated he was willing to provide a statement to the judge «behind closed doors», as reported by Dutch newspaper de Volkskrant on Monday. The

IFC loans €197 million to expand Morocco's Tanger Med Port Complex

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the World Bank’s Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA) announced on Monday a partnership with Morocco’s Tanger Med Port Complex. This partnership aims to expand the truck and passenger terminal of the Moroccan Strategic Hub, IFC said in a statement. IFC’s deal with Tanger Med Port includes a loan of €197 million (including €47 million provided under IFC’s Managed Co-Lending Portfolio Program). This

Two Moroccans face 30-year sentence for role in French teacher Samuel Paty's murder

Samuel Paty, a French teacher, was murdered in 2020 after showing caricatures of the Prophet Muhammad in class. Several individuals, including Moroccans Brahim Chnina and Abdelhakim Sefrioui, are now on trial for their involvement in the events leading up to the murder, facing up to 30 years in prison.

Educational astronomy project to tour Morocco in November

A new educational initiative called «Les Étoiles du Petit Prince» (The Little Prince's Stars) will tour Morocco from November 7-17, 2024, bringing astronomy education to primary and secondary schools in the country's southern and eastern regions. According to a press release from the Center for Space and Habitability at the University of Bern and Cadi Ayyad University of Marrakech, the project will utilize two light aircraft—a Cessna 172 RG and a Beechcraft

Real Madrid star Brahim Diaz ready to write history with Morocco

Real Madrid's Moroccan star Brahim Diaz said, «I dream of writing history with the national team and bringing joy to Moroccan fans». «I'm very proud to wear Morocco's national team jersey. I'm grateful to Morocco and the entire African continent for all the love and warm welcome I've received», Brahim Diaz told MAP in an exclusive interview at the Valdebebas training center in Madrid. The former AC Milan player expressed pride in playing for the Moroccan national team,

Morocco's Royal Navy foils migrant hijacking attempt off Tan-Tan

Two Royal Navy units, with a Commandos team on board, freed the crew of a Liberia-flagged freighter 110 km off Tan-Tan on Monday without incident. «On November 4, 2024, Rabat’s Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) received an alert reporting that the crew of a Liberia-flagged cargo ship, 110 km off Tan-Tan, had been threatened by would-be migrants who planned to divert it to the Canary Islands», the General Staff of the Royal Armed Forces said in a press release. Two

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