Uncertainty grows over Women’s AFCON in Morocco, CAF promises clarification

As the start date draws closer, uncertainty continues to surround the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), scheduled to take place in Morocco from March 17 to April 3, with some voices even suggesting that the kingdom could withdraw as host. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is expected to clarify the situation in the coming days, according to CAF communications chief Luxolo September. «There has been several discussions for weeks. The matter is receiving urgent

Royal Air Maroc evacuates 270 Moroccans stranded in Dubai amid Middle East tensions

On Wednesday, 270 Moroccans stranded in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, were evacuated on a special flight organized by Royal Air Maroc amid ongoing disruptions affecting air travel across the Middle East. A company official told SNRTnews that the aircraft departed from Dubai International Airport at 10 a.m. local time (6 a.m. in Morocco), bound for Mohammed V International Airport in Casablanca. Earlier this week, the airline announced the cancellation of all scheduled flights to and from Doha

Strong winds ravage 1,500 hectares of greenhouses in Souss-Massa, growers struggle to repair

Around 1,500 hectares of greenhouses were damaged in Chtouka Ait Baha after winds reaching 110 km/h tore plastic coverings and left crops exposed. Farmers now face plastic shortages and soaring repair costs, while authorities have pledged support measures to help restore production in Morocco’s key export region.

Morocco monitors Middle East impacts on energy and global supply chains

Morocco is closely monitoring developments in the Middle East and their repercussions on global supply chains and key sectors, the Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development said in a statement. The situation, marked by attacks on the sovereignty and territorial integrity of several Arab states, has affected sectors including transport, civil and military infrastructure, digital networks, data centers, as well as banking and insurance systems, it said in a statement this

War in Iran: The double standards of Moroccan religious leaders

Sunni scholars have temporarily set aside their deep doctrinal differences with Shiite Iran to condemn the war launched on February 28 by the United States and Israel against Iran. Moroccan scholars have joined this stance, describing the attacks as a «war against Islam».

Growing bipartisan support in US Congress to label Polisario as terrorist organization

Support is growing in the U.S. Congress for a bill seeking to designate the Polisario as a terrorist organization. The bipartisan initiative, introduced by Republican Joe Wilson and Democrat Jimmy Panetta, has recently gained the backing of Republican Representative Don Bacon. Bacon’s endorsement, officially submitted on March 3, comes only days after another Republican lawmaker, Zachary Nunn, joined the effort on February 24. The renewed momentum follows the joint

History : When El Khattabi allegedly refused Allal El Fassi’s offer to replace Mohammed V

A Moroccan historian revealed that El Khattabi had allegedly refused to be a king of Morocco replacing Mohammed V. This was a French offer made to the Riffian leader by Allal El Fassi.

Walid Regragui leaves Moroccan national team, Mohamed Ouahbi set to take over

National tean coach Walid Regragui has officially ended his tenure with the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), French newspaper L'Équipe reported this Wednesday. According to the report, Regragui submitted his resignation immediately after the conclusion of the Africa Cup of Nations, but the federation chose to delay any announcement until a successor had been identified. The same source indicated that the FRMF is expected to officially announce the termination of

Morocco ready to face economic impact of Iran war says Finance Minister

Minister of Economy and Finance Nadia Fettah Alaoui addressed the potential economic fallout of the conflict involving Iran, stating that Morocco is prepared to withstand any resulting shocks. «We are ready for potential impacts on our economy», she said during an appearance on BFM Business. Iran: the financial impact on Morocco?"Morocco regrets this crisis."? Nadia Fettah Alaoui, Minister of Economy and Finance of Morocco pic.twitter.com/rGf7CJIAib — BFM Business

Ramadan Through the Ages #4: From a vibrant spiritual life to turmoil under the Saadians

During the golden age of the Saadian dynasty under Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur al-Dhahabi, Ramadan was a time of religious devotion and scholarly gatherings, highlighting the Sultan's role as a protector of the faith. However, following his death, the dynasty plunged into chaos, with internal conflicts leading to the suspension of religious practices and the closure of mosques, starkly contrasting the vibrant spiritual life of al-Mansur's reign.