A striking claim has circulated across several Spanish media outlets, suggesting that an €800 million undersea tunnel could link Morocco and Portugal. However, the absence of any official sources, combined with clear geographic and economic inconsistencies, points to an unfounded story, likely stemming from a misinterpreted viral video.
The Rabat National Zoological Park recorded births across around 50 species during the first quarter of 2026, including several of high conservation value. «Among these births are species with significant conservation stakes, notably the dorcas gazelle, the Barbary sheep, and the griffon vulture,» the park said in a press release. «Other heritage species such as the genet, the baboon, the glossy ibis, the stone-curlew, and the Greek tortoise also highlight the diversity of
Moroccan parliamentary advisor Lahcen Haddad, representing the Istiqlal Party, was unsuccessful in his bid for the presidency of the Pan-African Parliament during the election held on Thursday, the 30th, in Midrand, South Africa. The election saw a decisive win for Algerian senator Fateh Boutbig, who secured 118 votes. This contest was exclusively for candidates from the North African bloc of the African Union. The race also included Egyptian Cherif El Jabali and Libyan Youssef El Fakhiri,
Travel revenues in foreign currency reached 31 billion dirhams (MAD) by the end of the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, marking a 24% increase compared to the same period in 2025, according to the Ministry of Tourism, Handicrafts, and Social and Solidarity Economy. This performance reflects a broader positive trend, with 4.3 million tourists welcomed, up 7% year-on-year, the ministry said in a press release. Beyond the figures, the data points to a maturing tourism offering, with an increasing
The Mauritanian preacher Mohamed El Hassan Ould Deddou arrived in Laâyoune yesterday to deliver a series of religious lectures. His visit has ignited a wave of outrage among Polisario supporters on social media, with some accusing him of yielding to Morocco's «corruption». Known for his close ties to Qatar and the Muslim Brotherhood, the Mauritanian sheikh has historically aligned with the Polisario Front's positions. He notably opposed former U.S. President Donald Trump's
On Thursday, Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan inaugurated the 31st International Publishing and Book Fair (SIEL) at the OLM-Souissi venue in Rabat, which runs from May 1st to 10th. During his visit, the Crown Prince explored numerous stands, including that of France, this year's guest of honor. Among the stands visited by Moulay El Hassan were those of the Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Communication, which spotlighted this edition's theme, «Ibn Battuta and the Narrative of Travel»,
In a significant boost to Morocco-U.S. relations, a state-of-the-art American consulate was inaugurated in Casablanca, underscoring a 250-year diplomatic partnership. The $350 million complex, blending modern design with Moroccan heritage, symbolizes a robust commitment to economic and cultural cooperation between the two nations.
Le prince héritier Moulay El Hassan a présidé, jeudi à l’espace OLM-Souissi à Rabat, l'ouverture de la 31e édition du Salon international de l’édition et du livre (SIEL), qui se tient du 1er au 10 mai. Le prince héritier a visité plusieurs stands, dont celui de la Frane, invitée d’honneur. Moulay El Hassan a également visité le stand du ministère de la Jeunesse, de la culture et de
La quatrième édition du Women Summit se tient les 25 et 26 juin 2026 à Casablanca, faisant de la ville un carrefour du leadership féminin et de l’innovation en Afrique. Cette année, l’objectif est de proposer «un cadre unique pour connecter, inspirer et agir autour des grands enjeux du développement inclusif», dans un monde en transformation continue, indiquent les organisateurs. Dans une démarche résolument
Les recettes voyages en devises ont atteint 31 milliards de dirhams (MMDH) au terme du premier trimestre (T1) de 2026, en hausse de 24% par rapport à la même période en 2025, selon le ministère du Tourisme, de l’artisanat et de l’économie sociale et solidaire. Cette performance s’inscrit dans une dynamique globale positive, avec 4,3 millions de touristes accueillis, soit une progression de 7% par rapport au T1-2025, indique le