Bassem Youssef to perform at Rabat’s Royal Theatre for first Morocco show

Egyptian-American comedian, television host, actor and former physician Bassem Youssef is bringing his «The Belly of the Beast Tour» to Morocco this June. In an announcement shared on social media, Youssef revealed that he will perform at the newly inaugurated Royal Theatre in Rabat on June 27. The show, which will be conducted entirely in English, marks his first-ever appearance in Morocco and will serve as the final stop of his European tour. «The show is in English. I

MEDI1TV obtient l’autorisation d’émettre au Mali

La chaîne marocaine MEDI1TV a obtenu l’autorisation officielle de diffuser ses programmes au Mali, dans le cadre d’un accord signé avec la Haute Autorité de la communication (HAC), indique un communiqué publié le 5 juin. Cette convention autorise l’implantation, l’exploitation et la diffusion des contenus de MEDI1TV sur l’ensemble du territoire malien. Elle marque une nouvelle étape dans le déploiement africain de la

Une vague de chaleur pouvant atteindre 44 °C attendue au Maroc de lundi à mercredi

Une vague de chaleur est attendue dans plusieurs provinces du Royaume de lundi à mercredi, annonce la Direction générale de la météorologie (DGM). Dans un bulletin d’alerte météorologique de niveau orange, la DGM prévoit des températures comprises entre 41°C et 44°C dans les provinces d’Errachidia, Zagora, Tata, Assa-Zag, Es-Semara, Boujdour, Aousserd et Oued Ed-Dahab.

MEDI1TV secures authorization to broadcast in Mali

Moroccan broadcaster MEDI1TV has obtained official authorization to broadcast its programs in Mali under an agreement signed with the country’s High Authority for Communication (HAC), according to a press release issued on June 5. The agreement allows the establishment, operation and distribution of MEDI1TV’s content across Malian territory and marks a new step in the channel’s expansion across Africa. According to the press release, the deal reflects a shared commitment to

EIB releases MAD 5.4 billion for Al Haouz earthquake reconstruction

The European Investment Bank (EIB) has activated a second €500 million tranche (around MAD 5.4 billion) for the reconstruction of areas affected by the September 2023 Al Haouz earthquake, according to a press release issued on Friday. The new funding brings the EIB’s total commitment to €1 billion (approximately MAD 10.8 billion) and will support the rebuilding of essential infrastructure, including roads, schools and healthcare facilities, in the hardest-hit regions. The

Diaspo #444: From supercomputers to cybersecurity, Asmae Mhassni's unconventional path

Moroccan engineer Asmae Mhassni has built an unconventional career spanning medical devices, supercomputers and cybersecurity, rising to become a Principal Engineer at Intel. She now helps lead global efforts to secure AI systems through the Coalition for Secure AI while advocating for greater representation of women in technology.

Ahead of June 13 match, Morocco and Brazil tout sport as a force for unity

One week before the highly anticipated FIFA World Cup 2026 clash between Morocco and Brazil, the ambassadors of both countries in Washington took part in a discussion on the «Power of Sport in Diplomacy», hosted by the Atlantic Council. Morocco’s ambassador to the United States, Youssef Amrani, and Brazil’s ambassador to Washington, Maria Luisa Ribeiro Viotti, highlighted the strong ties between the two nations, united by a shared passion for football and growing

Heatwave of up to 44°C expected in Morocco from Monday to Wednesday

A heatwave is expected to affect several provinces across the Kingdom from Monday through Wednesday, according to the General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM). Temperatures ranging between 41°C and 44°C are forecast during this period in the provinces of Errachidia, Zagora, Tata, Assa-Zag, Es-Semara, Boujdour, Aousserd, and Oued Ed-Dahab, the DGM said in an orange-level weather alert bulletin.

France: Arrested in Morocco, Félix Bingui sentenced to 12 years over the Yoda clan

The Marseille criminal court on Friday sentenced Félix Bingui to 12 years in prison for being the head of the Yoda drug-trafficking clan. Nicknamed «Le Chat», the defendant had been arrested in 2024 in Morocco under an international arrest warrant issued by France. Along with 19 other individuals, he was accused of running one of Marseille’s main drug-dealing spots. Mohamed Hussein Saleh, described as his «right-hand man», was absent when the verdict was

Morocco: More than 7.7 million tourists (+13%) by end-May 2026

Morocco welcomed 7.7 million tourists by the end of May 2026, a 7% increase compared with the same period in 2025, according to the Ministry of Tourism, Handicrafts and the Social and Solidarity Economy. The sector continued its strong momentum in May, with 1.7 million tourist arrivals recorded during the month, up 13% year-on-year, the ministry said in a statement. «The results achieved confirm the relevance of our strategy, which is based on investing simultaneously in connectivity,