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

Facing cyber threats, Morocco moves to reinforce legislation

After Egypt and South Africa, Morocco ranks as the third most targeted country by cyberattacks in Africa. Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni, the Minister Delegate to the Head of Government in charge of Digital Transition and Administrative Reform, said that the relevant institutions are working closely together to address existing vulnerabilities, including through strengthened legislation.

Denied a classroom, chasing sight: One Moroccan’s fight against blindness

Denied an education due to his blindness, Yahya Boulmane's journey from a small village in Morocco to the streets of Montpellier is a testament to resilience in the face of adversity. After years of struggle and determination, he now stands on the brink of a life-changing surgery that could restore his sight.

Urgent evacuation averts disaster as house collapses in Fez neighborhood

A house collapsed overnight between Monday and Tuesday in Sehb Elward neighborhood of Fez, without causing any casualties, thanks to a preventive evacuation carried out earlier by the relevant authorities. According to local sources, the building had been the subject of repeated complaints from residents, who had warned about its deteriorating structural condition and the danger it posed to occupants. These alerts prompted authorities to intervene and evacuate the house before the collapse

Tunisian Airlines flight diverted to Algiers after Moroccan passenger falls ill

A Tunisian Airlines flight made an emergency landing on Tuesday at Houari Boumediene Airport in Algiers after a Moroccan passenger suffered a medical emergency on board, Algerian daily Echorouk reported. According to the same source, the passenger was promptly evacuated by civil protection services and transferred to Mustapha Pacha University Hospital to receive medical care.