Unpredictable weather, strikes hit Moroccan early produce season

This year's early fruit and vegetable season in Morocco has been challenging for exporters, according to Moroccan exporter Mostapha Mohattan, who deals with the French market. Speaking to Fresh Plaza, he calls the season «mixed», citing unpredictable weather in Morocco, European farmer strikes, and fluctuating prices, all of which impacted exports. Despite these disruptive factors, demand for Moroccan produce remains steady. «Fortunately», Mohattan explained,

Algerian media spreads misinformation after Afcon 2025 Morocco postponement

Following the Confederation of African Football's (CAF) decision to postpone the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) 2025 to December, some Algerian media outlets have expressed concerns about the rescheduled tournament in Morocco.

Morocco receives Palestinian Minister after Gaza aid delivery

Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita received a Palestinian delegation in Rabat on Tuesday, June 25, led by Ashraf Al Aawar, Palestinian Minister Responsible for the Al-Quds Dossier. Speaking to Al Aoula news channel, Al Aawar thanked King Mohammed VI for sending 40 tons of humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza. He also praised the kingdom's ongoing financial support to the Rabat-based Bayt Mal Al-Quds Acharif Agency, calling on Arab and Islamic states to follow Morocco's example. The delegation

Sahrawi tribe torches Polisario vehicles in Tindouf for justice

In the Tindouf camps, the Oulad Tidranine tribe seeks justice for one of its members, a trader who fell victim to the theft of a shipment of cell phones purchased in Mauritania, with an estimated value exceeding 8 million Algerian dinars (around 590,000 DH). The Polisario is accused of orchestrating the operation. A former Polisario member who had returned to the kingdom told Yabiladi that drug trafficking, smuggling, and the embezzlement of fuel or humanitarian aid are often managed by

Morocco is betting on green energy for water desalination, Minister says

On Tuesday, the Minister of Equipment and Water, Nizar Baraka, presented the House of Councillors with data on Morocco's desalinated seawater production. «Morocco currently produces 193 million cubic meters (m³) of desalinated water, with 80 million m³ allocated for domestic consumption and the remainder serving agricultural and industrial needs», explained Baraka in response to four questions on the topic. The Minister highlighted Morocco's extensive experience in

Morocco : With 6 million tourists by the end of May 2024, the ONMT reports positive results

Despite a year marked by the Al Haouz earthquake, Morocco outperformed its competitors with increases in arrivals (34%), overnight stays (35%), and revenues (12%). Meeting in Rabat on Tuesday, June 25, the Board of Directors of the Moroccan National Tourist Office (ONMT) reviewed the unprecedented performance in 2023, as part of the Light in Action offensive action plan. «These achievements confirm the sector's dynamism, the fruit of the efforts made by the ONMT, particularly in the areas

Spain boosts Morocco's border security with EU-funded euipment

Amnesty urges Morocco to uncover fate of migrants missing two years after deadly Melilla border incident Spain has purchased equipment and technology for the Moroccan security forces to help combat irregular migration and drug trafficking. The purchase includes 98 portable thermal cameras for surveillance, 25 night vision devices, and various maritime communications equipment. In all, 188 systems will reinforce control of land and sea borders with Spain, reports La Razon. The aid was financed

Morocco’s Foreign Minister questioned by PJD on Israeli warship docking in Tangier

The Justice and Development Party (PJD) has raised concerns over the recent docking of an Israeli warship at the port of Tangier. Abdellah Bouanou, the president of the PJD's parliamentary group, has formally questioned Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita on this matter. Bouanou argued that the docking of an Israeli vessel «undermines Morocco's stance on the Palestinian issue, particularly in light of the ongoing aggression against Palestine and Gaza. It also compromises Morocco's efforts,

Amnesty urges Morocco to uncover fate of missing migrants after Melilla tragedy

Amnesty International urges Morocco and Spain to step up their efforts to uncover the fate of at least 70 missing migrants. Since the tragedy on June 24, 2022, these individuals have neither been found alive nor identified among the dead.

Calling all musicians! L'Boulevard Festival announces dates and applications open

Mark your calendars! The 22nd edition of the L'Boulevard festival will be held from September 12 to 15, 2024, at the R.U.C stadium in Casablanca. Organized by the EAC-L'Boulvart association, this exciting event celebrates contemporary music and urban culture. This year's edition promises exclusive concerts, an associative and creative market, and a variety of engaging activities. One of the festival's highlights is the Tremplin L'Boulevard music competition. Launched in 1999, Tremplin