Graffiti discovered on the Church of Santa Maria in Trento, a city in northern Italy, on the night of December 26–27 has been linked to Moroccan football ultras rather than to «religious or political motives», according to local authorities. The church is a Renaissance and Baroque Roman Catholic building dating back to between 1520 and 1524. According to local newspaper Diocese of Trento, the inscriptions «do not appear to be blasphemous, nor do they contain references
The African Union has firmly rejected Israel's recognition of Somaliland, with AU Commission President Mahmoud Ali Youssouf emphasizing the organization's commitment to Somalia's unity and sovereignty. This stance highlights the AU's adherence to historical principles, while also exposing inconsistencies within the organization, such as its acceptance of the self-proclaimed "Sahrawi Republic," a move not recognized by the United Nations.
It's now official: Kamel Bouchama is no longer Algeria's ambassador to Lebanon. A presidential decree, signed on December 10 and published in the latest edition of the Official Journal, has confirmed the end of his tenure. The document states that the diplomat has been «granted retirement as of October 9, 2025». Kamel Bouchama was urgently recalled on October 2 by the Algerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, coinciding with the UN Security Council's preparations to discuss a draft
Meryem Elmzouak, a Moroccan immigrant residing in Sweden, carries with her a rich journey of psychological and social experience, as well as cultural and political commitment, making her a bridge connecting Morocco and Moroccans abroad. Through her community activities and leadership of the Women's Union in the Scandinavian countries, she works to strengthen national identity, support integration, and advocate for the community's issues.
Morocco's national coach, Walid Regragui, attempted to downplay the 1-1 draw against Mali in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations group stage, framing it as a learning experience despite tactical missteps that left the Atlas Lions vulnerable. With their winning streak broken and tactical coherence questioned, Morocco faces pressure to demonstrate resilience and strategic clarity in their upcoming match against Zambia.
The Democratic Association of Moroccan Women (ADFM) is urging for greater female involvement in the management of natural disasters across the country. This call to action, issued on Friday, follows the devastating floods in Safi, which have resulted in significant human and material losses. The NGO has voiced its concerns over the situation, highlighting the particular challenges faced by women. In Morocco, 68% of working women are engaged in the informal sector, and the association stresses
As the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations finals kicked off in Morocco, many fans have found themselves forced to watch the matches in cafés. This option, however, quickly became a source of widespread frustration, as practices such as mandatory meals and inflated prices in some establishments sparked a wave of anger and intense debate over consumer rights.
Since the beginning of December 2025, near-daily rainfall across several regions of Morocco appears to be breaking the worrying cycle of seven long years of historic drought. While reservoir fill rates still show disparities between northern and southern basins, the positive impact is expected to continue in the coming months.
The Moroccan media landscape in 2024 has witnessed a notable increase in the number of professional journalists facing legal proceedings, according to official data released by the Public Prosecution.
Transport companies in Spain’s Balearic Islands have begun recruiting drivers and mechanics from Morocco, as well as Peru and Colombia, in an effort to address a severe labor shortage ahead of the peak tourist season in Mallorca. The Federation of Transport Employers (FEBT) is working in coordination with the government delegation to launch overseas recruitment programs, with the goal of strengthening the sector’s workforce starting in 2026. However, the housing crisis remains the