Mohamed Ali Sid El Bachir, the man behind «SADR is not a state», dies

Mohamed Ali Sid El Bachir has passed away. The official, who served as the «Minister of Occupied Territories and the Sahrawi Diaspora» since November 2021, died on Friday, according to media sources linked to the Polisario. «Suffering from cancer, he traveled to Spain two months ago for treatment, but doctors advised him to return to the Tindouf camps as his illness had reached a terminal stage,» a Sahrawi source told Yabiladi. El Bachir drew attention in December

Algerian revolutionary and historian Mohamed Harbi dies at 92 in Paris

The historian and former Algerian activist, Mohamed Harbi, passed away at the age of 92 on January 1, 2026, at Saint-Antoine Hospital in Paris, France, due to a pulmonary infection. An esteemed professor of history at the Sorbonne, Harbi, who was born in El Harrouch near Skikda, is celebrated as one of the pivotal figures of the Algerian revolution. He notably distinguished himself by drafting the «Tripoli Charter» in June 1962. On the brink of Algeria's independence, his

What Storm Francis reveals about climate change in Morocco

As Morocco ushers in 2026 with heavy rains that have ended a seven-year drought, the country braces for the impact of Storm Francis, a powerful weather system bringing low temperatures, intense rainfall, and strong winds. With red and orange alerts issued across several regions, experts warn that these extreme weather events, exacerbated by climate change and La Niña, demand urgent adaptation and readiness from local authorities.

Severe weather in Morocco, meteorology directorate explains what to expect

Morocco is on high alert as Storm Francis, a potent Atlantic disturbance, approaches, bringing strong winds, heavy rainfall, and snowfall to several regions from Friday. Authorities have issued red and orange-level alerts, urging citizens to exercise caution and prepare for potential disruptions as the storm peaks on Saturday.

Le Maroc représente 81 % des recrutements pour la migration circulaire en Espagne en 2025

En 2025, le Maroc s'est imposé comme le principal bénéficiaire des programmes de migration circulaire mis en place par l'Espagne. Dans le cadre du dispositif de Gestion Collective du Recrutement à l'Origine (GECCO), ce sont 25 767 migrants qui ont été autorisés à travailler en Espagne cette année, marquant une hausse de près de 25 % par rapport à 2024. Selon les autorités espagnoles, les travailleurs marocains

Marruecos representa el 81 % de las contrataciones para la migración circular en España en 2025.

En 2025, Marruecos se consolidó como el principal beneficiario de los programas de migración circular implementados por España. Bajo el esquema de Gestión Colectiva de la Contratación en Origen (GECCO), este año se autorizó a 25,767 migrantes para trabajar en España, lo que representa un incremento de casi el 25% en comparación con 2024. Según las autoridades españolas, los trabajadores marroquíes constituyen

Morocco accounts for 81% of Spain’s circular migration hires in 2025

Morocco has emerged as the main beneficiary of Spain’s circular migration programs in 2025. Under the Collective Management of Recruitment at Origin (GECCO) scheme, a total of 25,767 migrants have been authorized to work in Spain this year, an increase of nearly 25% compared to 2024. According to Spanish authorities, Moroccan workers account for 81% of all hires, making Morocco by far the leading partner country. The vast majority of those recruited are women (92%), with an average age

Tragic wall collapse claims life of two-year-old in Al Haouz province

In a heart-wrenching incident on Thursday, a two-year-old child lost his life when a wall suddenly collapsed in Ait Sidi Daoud, a rural commune in Al Haouz province. Local sources report that the child was playing near the wall when it unexpectedly crumbled, inflicting fatal injuries. Despite frantic efforts by family members to save him, he succumbed to his injuries at the scene before medical help could arrive. Upon receiving the distressing news, local authorities and the Royal Gendarmerie

Familias, aficionados habituales y ultras: Inmersión en el Marruecos de la CAN 2025

Desde el inicio de la Copa Africana de Naciones (CAN 2025), que se está llevando a cabo actualmente en Marruecos, numerosos internautas locales han comentado sobre el ambiente en los estadios durante los partidos de los Leones del Atlas. Estas reacciones brindan información sobre el compromiso y la interacción en las gradas, algunas llegando incluso a criticar la implicación de un sector de los aficionados. ¿Es una evaluación precisa, un falso debate o

Families, regulars and ultras: Inside the Morocco AFCON crowd

Since the start of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), currently being held in Morocco, Moroccan social media has been buzzing with remarks about the atmosphere in stadiums during the Atlas Lions’ matches. These reactions question the level of engagement and interaction in the stands. Some have gone as far as criticizing Moroccan fans’ involvement, comparing them to regular stadium-goers and ultras. Is this an accurate assessment, a false debate, or an unfair comparison?