Servier Morocco hosts solidarity run to support child cancer

Servier Morocco has introduced a new initiative called «Morocco Movement September in Gold» (MMSOR) to support children battling cancer in the country. The program is part of the global «September in Gold» campaign, which aims to raise awareness and funds for pediatric cancer research and care. The MMSOR is designed to provide comprehensive support to young cancer patients, their families, and healthcare providers. This includes financial assistance, emotional support,

Morocco allocates 2.5 billion dirhams for flood recovery efforts

Following royal instructions, the Moroccan government has announced a comprehensive program to rehabilitate areas affected by recent flooding in the southeastern region of the country. The program, with a total budget of nearly 2.5 billion dirhams, will focus on repairing damaged buildings, infrastructure, and essential services such as roads, telecommunications, electricity, drinking water, and sanitation. To support the recovery of agricultural activities, the program will also include the

After Sumar... Spanish parties oppose expulsion of Sahrawis to Morocco

The Spanish government's decision to expel Sahrawi asylum seekers from Spain continues to face widespread criticism within the country. Following similar demands from Sumar and Esquerra Republicana de Catalunya (ERC), Bildu, another coalition partner of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, has called for an immediate halt to the deportations of Sahrawis detained at Madrid-Barajas airport. In a joint statement, ERC and Bildu urged Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska to appear before

Algeria deports 22 Moroccan migrants, bodies of two Algerian men to be returned

Algerian authorities have repatriated 22 Moroccan citizens who were attempting to migrate irregularly. The handover took place at the Zouj Beghal border post in Oujda, Morocco, according to the Moroccan Association for Assistance to Migrants in Difficult Situations. The 22 individuals were released after serving prison sentences in Algeria. This follows the recent release of 17 other young Moroccans who were detained in similar circumstances. The association noted that there are still over

Moroccan comedian Gad Elmaleh celebrates 30 years with Montreal homecoming show

Moroccan-Canadian comedian Gad Elmaleh is feeling nostalgic as he prepares for his upcoming show in Montreal. In 1994, he performed his first show in the city for a small audience of 40 people, including 30 family members. This December, 30 years later, Elmaleh will return to Montreal to headline his new show, «Lui-Même», at the Centre Bell. The multi-purpose arena, formerly known as Molson Centre, will host the comedian for a performance expected to draw a crowd of

United Airlines to launch first nonstop flights from Marrakech to New York

United Airlines, a major U.S. airline, has announced a new three-times-a-week nonstop seasonal route connecting Marrakech Menara Airport to New York/Newark. According to a press release from the American airline, the new service will launch on October 25, pending the necessary government approvals. This will be the first route of its kind, with United Airlines being the first and only airline to operate nonstop flights between Marrakech and the United States. The flight from Marrakech to New

After Finland, Denmark backs Moroccan autonomy plan for the Sahara

Denmark has expressed support for Morocco's 2007 autonomy plan for Western Sahara, joining other European countries like Finland and France in backing the initiative as a credible basis for resolving the conflict.

Tragedy strikes Kenitra stadium as fan falls to his death

In a heartbreaking incident during Wednesday's match at the municipal stadium in Kenitra, a 22-year-old fan of the Royal Army and FC Meknassi tragically lost his life after falling from the top of the stadium's stands. The young man plummeted midway through the first half of the match and was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital. Sadly, he passed away in the recovery room. The joy of the Royal Army's victory (4-0) was overshadowed by this devastating event. The celebratory atmosphere

Authorities recover last missing person in Smouguen floods, death toll rises to 14

Seventeen days after the Smouguen floods in Tamanart, local authorities have recovered the last of the bodies swept away by the devastating floods on September 8, 2024. According to local human rights activists, another missing person's body was discovered this morning, bringing the death toll to 14. As a result, Tata has borne a heavy toll from the recent floods that ravaged the Kingdom. The number of flood victims in this region has now reached 25, while the search for 6 missing persons

Algeria blames Morocco for Algiers stadium riots

Algerian media and political organizations accused Morocco of instigating the riots during a football match in Algiers, where a fan lost his life. Meanwhile, Tunisia's Football Federation lodged a complaint with CAF regarding the violence their team faced during the match.