Moroccan women's tennis team qualifies for Europe Africa Group II after Billie Jean King Cup triumph

The national women's tennis team has successfully secured a spot in the Europe/Africa Group II after the Billie Jean King Cup qualifiers, which took place from August 4 to 9, 2025, in Windhoek, Namibia. This remarkable achievement paves the way for the team to face high-caliber opponents in 2026. This promotion signifies Morocco's triumphant return to the continental elite, a feat achieved through meticulous preparation. The players sharpened their skills by competing in three ITF tournaments

Alcott debuts in Morocco with first store at Morocco Mall

The Chiccorner Group has announced the arrival of Italian brand Alcott in Morocco with the opening of its first store on the ground floor of Morocco Mall. According to the brand, this launch marks a milestone in Morocco’s ready-to-wear fashion scene, introducing a label that blends contemporary, accessible, and responsible style. Adil Mamouni, CEO of the Chiccorner Group, said the new store will offer Moroccan consumers a fresh shopping experience in line with international

Palestinians swim from Moroccan coast to Ceuta to seek asylum

In recent weeks, the Spanish enclave of Ceuta has welcomed Palestinian refugees fleeing the war with Israel, according to Spanish security sources. Three of them reportedly swam from the Moroccan coast before applying for asylum in Spain. On Saturday, seven Moroccan minors entered Ceuta the same way. According to city government figures, the section for unaccompanied minors is currently housing over 480 children, despite an optimal capacity of just 132 places. The overcrowding comes amid a

Achraf Hakimi’s Ballon d’Or remarks stir debate at PSG

Statements by Moroccan international Achraf Hakimi claiming he deserves the Ballon d’Or have stirred debate within Paris Saint-Germain and among its supporters, with some fearing it could undermine teammate Ousmane Dembélé’s chances of winning the prestigious award. In an interview with Canal Plus over the weekend, Hakimi said he believes he merits the trophy more than a forward. «People put me in the Ballon d’Or discussion, and there comes a moment when

Morocco arrests ISIS-influenced teenager in Settat for planning terrorist attacks

On the morning of Sunday, August 10, the Central Bureau of Judicial Investigations (BCIJ), acting on intelligence from the General Directorate of Territorial Surveillance, apprehended an 18-year-old influenced by the extremist ideology of the terrorist group ISIS. The arrest took place in Douar El Amarna, in the province of Settat. According to the initial findings, the suspect had expressed interest in manufacturing explosives and explosive belts, and is believed to have been planning

MAS Fes elects Mohamed Bouzoubaa as administrative board new president

Mohamed Bouzoubaa was elected on Sunday, August 10, as the new president of the administrative board of the Maghreb Association Sportive of Fes (MAS), succeeding Hicham Chakour, who resigned last month. Bouzoubaa, the sole candidate for the position, was chosen during the ordinary electoral general assembly for the 2024–2025 sports season. Meanwhile, Omar Bennis retained his role as president of the club’s sports company, which holds 60% of the team’s shares. Attendees at

تأهل المنتخب الوطني النسوي للمجموعة الثانية (أوروبا-إفريقيا) في تصفيات كأس بيلي جين كينغ للتنس

تأهل المنتخب الوطني المغربي النسوي لكرة المضرب إلى المجموعة الثانية (أوروبا-إفريقيا)، وذلك خلال التصفيات المؤهلة لكأس بيلي جين كينغ، التي أقيمت من 4 إلى 9 غشت الجاري في ويندهوك بناميبيا. وذكر بلاغ للجامعة الملكية المغربية للتنس أن هذا التأهل يمثل "عودة قوية للمغرب إلى نخبة

Polisario participation controversy resurfaces ahead of TICAD 9 in Yokohama

Japan is gearing up to host the 9th edition of the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD) from August 20 to 22 in Yokohama. As is customary with every session of this partnership, the recurring issue of the Polisario's participation is once again in the spotlight. Just a week before the commencement of TICAD 9, the Japanese government hosted a meeting with Algeria's ambassador to Tokyo, Toufik Milat, on Friday, August 8, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Tennis : Qualitifation inédite de l'équipe féminine du Maroc au Groupe II Europe/Afrique

L'équipe nationale féminine de tennis s'est qualifiée au Groupe II Europe/Afrique, à l'issue des éliminatoires de la Billie Jean King Cup, tenus du 4 au 9 août 2025 à Windhoek (Namibie). Cet exploit permettra aux joueuses de se mesurer à des adversaires de haut niveau en 2026. En effet, cette promotion marque le retour du Maroc dans l'élite continentale, surtout grâce à une bonne préparation en amont. Dans

Ceuta : Des Palestiniens traversent à la nage pour demander l'asile

Ces dernières semaines, la ville de Ceuta a accueilli des réfugiés palestiniens fuyant la guerre menée par Israël, selon des sources de sécurité espagnoles. Trois d'entre eux ont réussi à atteindre la préside à la nage depuis la côte marocaine, avant de demander l'asile en Espagne. Samedi, sept mineurs marocains ont par ailleurs atteint Ceuta de la même manière. Selon les données