American AI expert Brandon Andrews to deliver talks in three Moroccan cities

The U.S. Consulate General in Casablanca, through its cultural center Dar America, is hosting a series of conferences with Brandon Andrews, a sought-after business innovation expert. Andrews, an entrepreneur and consultant for the popular TV show Shark Tank, will share his insights on how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming businesses across industries. The free and open-to-public events will take place in three Moroccan cities: Casablanca (February 19th), Kenitra (February 20th),

Pro-Morocco petitioners criticize de Mistura's South Africa visit

Pro-Morocco petitioners submitted a statement to the UN 4th Committee criticizing Staffan de Mistura's January 31st visit to South Africa. The statement expresses strong opposition to the visit, calling it «imprudent», «ill-advised», and «destabilizing» to describe its impact on peace efforts. They specifically criticize South Africa's stance on Western Sahara, which they believe undermines international law and the UN-led political process. The petitioners

Algeria, Israel absent from a Morocco session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Union for the Mediterranean

Rabat hosted a new session of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Union for the Mediterranean (PA-UfM) on Thursday. However, unlike previous editions held in Morocco, Israel and Algeria were notably absent. Citing the ongoing conflict in Gaza, the Knesset declined to send any members of parliament (MKs) to the meeting. An anonymous Israeli MP told Turkish media, «The war in Gaza makes it difficult for Israel to participate in these sessions». Though officially absent due to their

Young player Ilias Akhomach chooses Morocco national team

Young footballer Ilias Akhomach has declared his intention to represent the Moroccan national team in the future. In a recent interview with Spanish media, he emphasized that choosing Morocco over Spain was a straightforward decision. «While I appreciate what Spain has done for me, my true identity lies in my Moroccan heritage and culture», Akhomach stated. «Choosing Morocco was never a difficult decision; it was always on my mind». ? Ilias Akhomach?? en @relevo :"Al

Mauritanian Foreign Minister meets Moroccan counterpart at AU Session

Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita met on Friday, February 16th, with his Mauritanian counterpart, Mohamed Salem Ould Merzoug, at the African Union headquarters in Addis Ababa. This meeting occurred «on the margins of the 44th Ordinary Session of the AU Executive Council», according to Moroccan diplomatic sources. This was the second meeting between the two ministers in recent weeks, following their January 22nd encounter in Rabat where Bourita stressed Mauritania's crucial

French citizen with Interpol red notice arrested in Marrakech

On Wednesday, February 14th, members of the National Judicial Police Brigade apprehended a 36-year-old French citizen of Algerian origin in Marrakech. The individual was subject to an international arrest warrant issued by French authorities for alleged involvement in drug trafficking, money laundering, and unlawful firearm possession. According to a security source, the arrest reflects ongoing international cooperation in security matters and efforts by Moroccan security services to pursue

In Morocco oasis town, residents protest water management decision for three months

Residents of Figuig have been demonstrating for over three months against their municipality's decision to delegate water and electricity management to the regional intercommunal group, Oriental Distribution. The arrest of some protest figures yesterday has reportedly heightened tensions.

Maroc Telecom sees 3% revenue growth in 2023, driven by African subsidiaries

Maroc Telecom reported a 3% increase in total revenue to MAD 36.8 billion in 2023. This growth was primarily driven by the performance of its Moov Africa subsidiaries and fixed internet activities, which offset a decline in the Moroccan mobile market, according to the company's financial results. In Morocco, revenue reached MAD 19.54 billion, boosted by a 7.2% increase in fixed data revenue. However, mobile revenue declined by 1.3% to MAD 11.63 billion. The group's customer base reached 76

In Ireland, Polisario compares itself to Palestine

Brahim Ghali, leader of the Polisario Front, compared the separatist movement to Palestine during a visit to Dublin. «Our question is similar to that of Palestine, our plight is not different from the plight of Palestinians, it is not different from the plight of the people of Timor Leste. We are firmly attached to our rights», he told Irish media. He emphasized, «We have come to Ireland to strengthen and deepen the relationship that exists between our people because we have

Moroccan military leader meets MINURSO head in Agadir

Lieutenant General, Inspector General of the FAR and Commander of the South Zone, received UN Special Representative Alexander Ivanko and a delegation at the South Zone General Staff headquarters in Agadir on Thursday, February 15th. Major General Md Fakhrul Ahsan, Commander of the MINURSO Force, also accompanied Ivanko. As stated in a FAR press release, the two officials discussed cooperation between the Royal Armed Forces and MINURSO Forces, expressing their commitment to strengthening it