Sahara : After Algeria, Polisario hardens its stance in meeting with De Mistura

On Sunday, September 21, the UN Secretary-General’s Personal Envoy for Western Sahara met with Polisario leader Brahim Ghali in the Tindouf camps. Ghali used the meeting to reiterate his movement’s original demands. «The Polisario Front will continue to work with the United Nations and the African Union to achieve a peaceful, just, and lasting solution to the decolonization of Western Sahara, the last colony in Africa, in line with the purposes and principles of the UN

Former Spanish Civil Guard arrested at Beni Ansar for smuggling hashish

Spanish authorities have arrested a former Civil Guard, dismissed from the force 20 years ago for criminal activity, at the Beni Ansar border crossing in Nador as he attempted to smuggle roughly 30 kilograms of hashish into Spain, Civil Guard sources told EFE. The man, expelled from the force in 2005, was carrying a forged ID card. The photo showed him not in uniform but wearing a shirt with the Central Operations Unit logo, and the document bore a falsified signature of the Civil

Morocco simplifies travel for AFCON 2025 with new electronic visa system

Morocco is preparing to host the 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026. To efficiently manage the anticipated influx of fans crossing its borders and ensure smooth logistics, the country has introduced a streamlined process for obtaining the Electronic Travel Authorization to Morocco (AEVM). This initiative is specifically for nationals from African countries that do not require a visa to enter Morocco. This measure is aimed at citizens

Nizar Baraka announces the opening date of the Amgala-Bir Oum Grine road in Mauritania

The road linking Amgala to Bir Oum Grine in Mauritania is set to open "within the next two weeks," according to Nizar Baraka, Morocco's Minister of Transport and Secretary-General of the Istiqlal Party. Baraka made this announcement during a political gathering on Saturday, September 20, in Es-Smara, highlighting the significant economic boost this new infrastructure is expected to bring to the city. This statement from the Moroccan minister places pressure on Mauritania, as the country's

De Mistura makes brief stopover in Laayoune before heading to the Tindouf camps

The personal envoy of the United Nations Secretary-General for Western Sahara, Staffan de Mistura, made a "technical stopover in Laayoune" on Saturday, September 20, a Moroccan source told Yabiladi. During his brief stay in the provincial capital, de Mistura did not engage in any political meetings. Instead, he had lunch at the airport with the governor of Laayoune before departing for Tindouf, Algeria, the source confirmed. On Sunday, the UN envoy is set to visit the Tindouf camps, where he

Diaspo #407 : Mohamed Boufarss, from Goulmima to global influence in libraries and education

From the small oasis of Goulmima in the Errachidia region, Mohamed Boufarss embarked on an academic and professional journey that would lead him to prestigious institutions in Morocco and the UAE. The challenges of childhood and the difficulties of studying did not stand in the way of his passion for knowledge and his belief that education is a window to the world.

Casablanca police investigate taxi driver's alleged mistreatment of tourist influencer

A security source reported that Casablanca police acted swiftly and decisively after a video circulated on social media showing a tourist claiming he had been mistreated by a taxi driver in the city. The National Security Services in Casablanca launched a judicial investigation based on the footage. Investigators determined that the tourist, who appeared in the video, had not filed an official complaint about the incident. Nevertheless, officers from the Ain Sebaa Hay Mohammedi district

UN Envoy Staffan de Mistura visits Tindouf Camps amid diplomatic tour

The United Nations Secretary-General's personal envoy for Western Sahara, Staffan de Mistura, is scheduled to arrive in the Tindouf camps this Saturday, September 20. This announcement was made on Friday by the Polisario representative in New York during a press briefing. This visit is part of a broader tour that Staffan de Mistura embarked on last week, which includes stops in Washington, Algiers, and Moscow. During this diplomatic journey, he held discussions with key figures such as Donald

Sahara : China reassures Morocco ahead of October UN deadline

A few weeks ahead of the UN Security Council’s review of the Sahara issue, China has sent a reassuring signal to Morocco, echoing the pledge made by President Xi Jinping during his November 21, 2024 meeting in Casablanca with Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan.

Defense : Moroccan General in the U.S. for F-35 talks?

The Inspector of the Moroccan Air Force is currently on a working visit to the United States. Yesterday, he met with his American counterpart. «Excellent discussion about shared priorities w/Gen. Mohammed Gadih, Inspector of the Royal Moroccan Air Force», wrote General David Allvin on the X platform. He emphasized that «The US Air Force is thankful for Morocco’s historic partnership and pivotal role promoting regional security and stability». Excellent