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Who is the Moroccan behind Curaçao’s historic World Cup qualification? (Suite)

How a Moroccan food truck became a World Cup gathering spot in New York (Suite)

Moroccan father Abdallah El Marhoune makes learning through play a daily adventure (Suite)

How a lobbyist helped bring Rabat closer to MAGA lawmakers (Suite)

Brahim Ghali adopts Spanish right-wing rhetoric on Ceuta and Melilla (Suite)

Morocco launches SARF platform for secure foreign exchange transactions

Since June 15, 2026, the Foreign Exchange Office has rolled out the SARF platform, a new system designed to manage foreign currency exchange transactions digitally, securely and in real time. In a statement, the Office said the launch follows a nationwide training program conducted for currency exchange companies to ensure they gain «optimal mastery of the new platform’s features». To support the rollout, an assistance unit has been set up for operators, alongside

Who is the Moroccan behind Curaçao’s historic World Cup qualification?

Curaçao’s qualification for the 2026 World Cup finals marks an extraordinary achievement in world football, given the country’s small population and limited resources. At the heart of this success is former Morocco international goalkeeper Khalid Sinouh, who helped launch the ambitious project that set the Caribbean island on the path to its long-awaited global dream.

UAE's Elite Agro opens seventh berry farm in Morocco

UAE-based Elite Agro Holding has inaugurated its seventh farm in Morocco through its subsidiary Elite Harvest Maroc, bringing its total investments in the kingdom to more than AED 500 million, the company said on Tuesday. The new 200-hectare farm, located in Kenitra, is dedicated to the production of premium blueberries and raspberries. It uses advanced irrigation systems and modern agricultural technologies aimed at improving efficiency, quality and sustainability. The inauguration

How a Moroccan food truck became a World Cup gathering spot in New York

A Moroccan food truck in Manhattan has become an unexpected gathering spot for Atlas Lions supporters during the World Cup. Behind the venture is Youssef Bougrine, a Moroccan who turned a small pushcart into a thriving business built around the flavors of home.

Morocco: Opposition advances La Samir nationalization and fuel price bills

Despite the government's firm opposition, the opposition parties and trade unions last week succeeded in advancing seven draft laws that had been stalled in the House of Councillors since 2022. Among them were two bills submitted by the Democratic Confederation of Labour (CDT): one calling for the transfer of the assets of oil refinery company La Samir to the Moroccan state, and another aimed at regulating fuel prices. The proposals were approved by just six members, all from opposition and

More than 120 exhibitors expected at Morocco Stitch & Tex 2026

Textile industry trade fair Morocco Stitch & Tex 2026 will take place from June 23 to 25 in Casablanca under the patronage of the Ministry of Industry and Trade and in partnership with the Moroccan Association of Textile and Apparel Industries (AMITH). Held at the Casablanca International Fairgrounds (former OFEC), the event aims to support the modernization and competitiveness of Morocco's textile sector by bringing together industrialists, investors, technology suppliers, international

Morocco cuts child labour by 59 percent since 2017

Morocco has made significant progress in combating child labour, earning international recognition for its efforts, Minister of Economic Inclusion, Small Business, Employment and Skills Younes Sekkouri said on Monday in Rabat. Responding to an oral question in the House of Representatives on child labour, Sekkouri said these advances stem from Morocco's longstanding commitment to children's rights, supported by royal initiatives and the direct involvement of Princess Lalla Meryem as president

Moroccan father Abdallah El Marhoune makes learning through play a daily adventure

Working in play-based education across Morocco, the United Arab Emirates and Denmark, Abdallah El Marhoune has woven his personal journey into the practical use of these educational approaches, drawing on his own experience of fatherhood. On social media, he documents some of these methods, inspiring other parents along the way.

How a lobbyist helped bring Rabat closer to MAGA lawmakers

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Minister Delegate in charge of the National Defense Administration, and the Inspector General of the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) have held a series of meetings in recent weeks with U.S. lawmakers closely aligned with President Donald Trump. The diplomatic outreach has drawn the attention of the French publication Africa Intelligence.

Moroccan handicrafts showcased in New Jersey during 2026 World Cup

An exhibition highlighting Morocco’s ancestral craftsmanship and rich cultural heritage opened on Monday in New Jersey on the sidelines of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Held at the American Dream Mall, just a short distance from MetLife Stadium, where the Atlas Lions played their opening match of the tournament on Saturday, the exhibition was organized by the Chamber of Handicrafts of the Rabat-Salé-Kénitra region in partnership with Morocco’s Consulate General in New

Brahim Ghali adopts Spanish right-wing rhetoric on Ceuta and Melilla

Sensing that political winds in Spain may be shifting in favor of a broad right-wing bloc, Polisario leader Brahim Ghali appears to be making overtures to the People's Party (PP) and Vox. In remarks to a conservative Spanish media outlet, Ghali warned of what he described as the threat posed by «Moroccan expansionism» to Spain's continued sovereignty over Ceuta and Melilla.

Houcine Ammouta becomes first Moroccan coach in Al Ahly history

Egyptian giants Al Ahly have announced the appointment of Moroccan coach Houcine Ammouta as head coach of the club's first team, replacing Danish manager Jess Thorup. In a statement published on its official X account, the Cairo-based club said Ammouta had signed a two-year contract, becoming the first Moroccan coach in Al Ahly's history. The club said its board of directors, chaired by Mahmoud El Khatib, approved a restructuring of the football department during a meeting held on Monday. The

King Mohammed VI congratulates Moroccan kickboxer Mohamed Touchassie on Glory World title

King Mohammed VI has sent a message of congratulations to Moroccan kickboxer Mohamed Touchassie following his crowning as Glory light heavyweight world champion at the «Glory Collision 9» event held in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. In the message, the King extended his warm congratulations to Touchassie for his achievement and praised the fighter's patriotism and remarkable sporting accomplishment, which enabled him to raise Morocco's flag high on the international stage. The

Morocco announces Muharram 1448 to begin on Wednesday

The first day of Muharram in the new Hijri year 1448 will fall on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, the Ministry of Habous and Islamic Affairs announced on Monday. In a statement, the ministry said it had contacted its regional delegates as well as units of the Royal Armed Forces, who confirmed that the crescent moon marking the month of Muharram had not been sighted. As a result, the first day of Muharram in the new Hijri year 1448 will correspond to Wednesday, June 17, according to the same source.

Benslimane court sentences three brothers to 10 years for encouraging minor to drink alcohol

On Monday, the Benslimane Court of First Instance issued a total of 10 years in prison sentences to three individuals accused of encouraging a minor to consume alcohol. The primary defendant received a four-year prison sentence for charges including complicity in intentional assault, specifically against a child under 15 by someone in a position of authority, as well as failing to assist a person in danger. The second defendant was sentenced to three and a half years, while the third received

Morocco cooperation helps Spain cut migrant arrivals

The Spanish Commission for Refugee Aid (CEAR), in its 2025 annual report, highlighted Morocco's key role in managing migration flows to Spain and Europe, pointing to a significant decline in both arrivals and asylum applications. The report, released on Monday, attributed the decrease in part to stricter border controls and «agreements delegating migration management to third countries such as Morocco, Mauritania and Senegal». According to the figures, 10,224 migrants reached

De Mistura meets Algeria foreign minister over Western Sahara talks

Staffan de Mistura, the UN secretary-general's personal envoy for Western Sahara, held talks on Monday in Algiers with Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf. According to a statement issued by Algeria's Foreign Ministry, the meeting provided an opportunity to review efforts aimed at advancing the political process on Western Sahara and finding a mutually acceptable solution to the conflict between Morocco and the Polisario Front, in line with the principles of the United Nations Charter and

Times Square, taxis and flash mobs: Morocco promotes tourism in New York

Morocco's National Tourist Office (ONMT) has launched a major promotional campaign across New York during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, using the global tournament to boost the international visibility of the kingdom as a tourist destination. The initiative includes giant digital billboards in Times Square, cultural performances and branded New York taxis, all designed to showcase Morocco under its international tourism slogan, «Morocco, Kingdom of Light». At the heart of the campaign

Mountakhab 2026: Reda Tagnaouti, the third World Cup in a row

A veteran of three World Cups, Reda Tagnaouti has built his career on resilience, rising from Morocco's Mohammed VI Academy to continental glory with Wydad before overcoming a serious knee injury to revive his career at AS FAR. Now back on football's biggest stage, the goalkeeper remains a symbol of perseverance and the collective spirit that defined Morocco's historic run in Qatar.

Morocco calls for swift implementation and full respect of U.S.-Iran agreement

Morocco has called for the swift implementation and full respect of the agreement reached between the United States and Iran on a memorandum of understanding, describing it as particularly important for consolidating the ceasefire and ensuring the long-term freedom of maritime navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates stressed that the agreement represents a significant step toward preserving regional

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