Morocco urged to rethink draft law on National Agency for Child Protection

Morocco’s Economic, Social and Environmental Council says draft law 29.24 on the creation of a National Agency for Child Protection falls short and needs a deeper overhaul. In a recent opinion, it calls for a broader reform focused on prevention, stronger safeguards, and alternatives to placing children in institutions.

Ismaël Baouf rêve de la Coupe du Monde avec les Lions de l'Atlas

Le défenseur marocain Ismaël Baouf a exprimé son ambition de jouer la prochaine Coupe du Monde avec les Lions de l'Atlas, qualifiant cela de «rêve d'enfant» lors d'une récente interview au journal néerlandais Algemeen Dagblad. «Si cela ne tenait qu'à moi, je voudrais absolument y aller», a déclaré le défenseur central de 19 ans, qui a fait ses débuts avec l'équipe première du Maroc

Ismaël Baouf sueña con la Copa del Mundo junto a los Leones del Atlas

El defensor marroquí Ismaël Baouf ha manifestado su deseo de participar en la próxima Copa del Mundo con los Leones del Atlas, describiéndolo como un «sueño de infancia» durante una entrevista reciente con el diario neerlandés Algemeen Dagblad. «Si dependiera de mí, sin duda querría ir», afirmó el joven defensa central de 19 años, quien debutó con el primer equipo de Marruecos en marzo, tras

Canary Islands President supports Spanish policy on the Sahara

Fernando Clavijo, president of the Canary Islands government, has reiterated his alignment with Spain’s central government on international relations, stating, «We are fully bound by what the government decides.» Speaking at a press conference in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria after meeting Karim Achengli, president of the Souss-Massa Regional Council, Clavijo reaffirmed his support for Madrid’s position on Western Sahara. He noted that this stance is in line with the

Moroccan defender Ismaël Baouf hopes for a World Cup spot with Atlas Lions

Moroccan defender Ismaël Baouf has expressed his ambition to play at the upcoming World Cup with the Atlas Lions, calling it a «boyhood dream» in a recent interview with Dutch newspaper Algemeen Dagblad. «If it were up to me, I would definitely want to go», said the 19-year-old centre-back, who made his debut with Morocco’s senior team in March after winning the U20 World Cup last year. Currently with SC Cambuur, Baouf believes his chances could be helped by

Morocco must rethink training in the age of AI [Interview]

In a recent report, the African Center for Strategic Studies and Digitalization (CAESD) examined the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the evolution of jobs in five countries across the region. In Morocco, 14% of jobs are considered at high risk of automation, placing the kingdom at a crossroads between transformation and its ability to absorb these changes. Zouheir Lakhdissi, vice president of the center, discusses with Yabiladi the dynamics needed to support this shift.

Andalusian minister calls for strict enforcement of tomato trade agreements with Morocco

Ramon Fernandez-Pacheco, Andalusia’s Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development, and head of the People's Party list for Almeria in the May 17 regional elections, has called for «seriousness» in the implementation of trade agreements with third countries. He described the issue of tomatoes linked to the agreement with Morocco as a «painful case» for farmers in Almeria. Speaking at a media event organized by Europa Press in Andalusia, he said

Youtuber sentenced for defaming Moroccan singer Latifa Raafat

A Youtuber has been sentenced to one year in prison and fined 10,000 dirhams by the Misdemeanor Chamber of the Sefrou Primary Court, in a case involving defamation and violation of the private life of artist Latifa Raafat. In the civil proceedings, the court also ordered the defendant to pay 100,000 dirhams in damages, after finding him guilty of spreading false allegations on social media. According to the case file, the defendant published content containing accusations that infringed on

Morocco enters top five suppliers of frozen raspberries to Dutch market

Morocco has entered the top five suppliers of frozen raspberries to the Dutch market for the first time, exporting a record 1,000 tons in 2025, valued at over €2 million, according to EastFruit. This marks a 50% increase compared to 2024 and a fourfold rise from 2023. Morocco’s market share rose to 7.4%, up from 5.5% a year earlier. The Netherlands, a key logistics hub for the EU, imported a total of 13,500 tons of frozen raspberries in 2025, up 21% year-on-year and more than

Morocco holds steady as Algeria’s stance shifts on Mali crisis

Unlike Algeria, Morocco has remained committed to a consistent policy on the Mali issue, despite changing circumstances. This approach is based on two fundamental pillars: the defense of the territorial integrity of states and a genuine commitment to combating terrorism.