The Residence, a novel that explores European colonization in North Africa

The French novelist and philosophy professor Laurent Crassat is poised to unveil his debut novel, «The Residence» (published by Intervalles, 2026), which is set to hit bookstores on February 6th. This meticulously researched work, deeply rooted in historical events that shaped regional politics at the close of the 19th century and the dawn of the 20th, offers a compelling exploration of European colonization in North Africa from 1830 to 1925. Once an educator at Paul Valéry

Young girl tragically dies in Al Haouz village, house collapse after heavy rains

A young girl died on Tuesday, January 6, in the village of Anammr, located in Al Haouz, after the collapse of her family home caused by heavy rainfall that has hit the region in recent hours. According to several sources, torrential rains led to the partial collapse of the house, which fell onto the child, causing her death at the scene. The tragedy has plunged the village’s residents into deep shock and mourning. As soon as the alert was raised, local authorities and the Royal

Royal Air Maroc cancels flights to Paris due to weather conditions

Royal Air Maroc has announced the cancellation of several flights to and from Paris scheduled for Wednesday, January 7, due to adverse weather conditions affecting the French capital. The airline said it is assisting affected passengers by rebooking them on alternative flights. Customers whose contact details are included in their booking files will receive automatic confirmation of their new itineraries. Royal Air Maroc strongly urges passengers to check their flight status and ensure their

Hajj fees reduced for 1446 Hijri season as Morocco optimizes costs

Ahmed Toufiq, Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs, announced a reduction in Hajj fees for the 1446 Hijri season compared to last year. Speaking during an oral question session at the House of Councillors on Tuesday, January 6, in response to a query from the Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM), he said the decrease amounts to approximately 3,095 dirhams per pilgrim. The minister underscored the central role of the Royal Commission for Hajj, which oversees, guides, and supervises the

Opposition challenges bill 026.25 on National Press Council reorganization in Morocco

On Monday afternoon, the headquarters of the Popular Movement (MP) in Rabat hosted a crucial meeting with trade unions and professional organizations from the press sector. The session, attended by the party's Secretary-General, Mohamed Ouzzine, focused on the recent developments surrounding Bill 026.25, which proposes a reorganization of the National Press Council (CNP). This discussion came in the wake of the bill's approval by the House of Councillors. In a written statement released after

Wissam Ben Yedder signs six-month deal with Wydad AC

The French international, Wissam Ben Yedder, has inked a six-month deal with Casablanca's Wydad Athletic Club (WAC), joining fellow stars Hakim Ziyech and Nordin Amrabat in Morocco's top league. As reported by L'Equipe on Tuesday, the former Monaco striker, now 35, has an option to extend his contract by a year and has made significant financial concessions to join the Moroccan side. Following the conclusion of his stint with Monaco in the summer of 2024, Ben Yedder briefly played for Sepahan

Standard Chartered : Morocco's growth projected at 4.5 percent in 2026

In 2026, Morocco's national growth is projected to reach 4.5%, building on a stronger-than-expected performance in 2025, which saw a growth rate of 4.8%. These figures mark the highest growth rates since the pandemic, as highlighted in the annual Global Focus report, which examines economic trends impacting global markets and emerging economies. The report, authored by Standard Chartered Global Research, emphasizes that this momentum «reflects the robust performance of non-agricultural

Fatal house collapse in near Beni Mellal claims life of elderly man

Tragedy struck on Monday evening in the commune of Foum El Anceur, located in the Beni Mellal province, when a man in his seventies lost his life following the collapse of part of his home. The incident occurred after heavy rainfall in the region. According to media sources, the victim was asleep when a section of the house collapsed on him, resulting in his immediate death. Upon receiving the alert, local authorities, along with the Royal Gendarmerie and Civil Protection units, swiftly

Taroudant : Bodies of father and daughter swept away by flash floods found

The bodies of the father and his daughter, swept away by powerful flash floods on Monday in Oued Sidi Ouaaziz, in the Taroudant province, were found around midday this Tuesday, following hours of continuous search efforts. The two bodies were transferred to the morgue of the provincial hospital in Taroudant to undergo the required legal procedures. According to local sources, the girl is around 17 years old and a second-year high school student, while her father is

PJD questions press card list publication in Morocco

Following the clarifications provided by the National Commission for the Control of Personal Data Protection (CNDP) on December 15 regarding the non-publication of lists of journalists holding professional press cards in Morocco, the PJD has stepped into the fray. Its MP, Naïma El Fathaoui, submitted a written question to the Minister of Youth, Culture, and Communication, Mohamed Mehdi Bensaid, pressing him to reveal which legal and regulatory authority is responsible for publishing the