Racist chants target Moroccan player Omar El Hilali in the Barcelona and Espanyol derby

Moroccan player Omar El Hilali was targeted by racist chants during the derby between his club Espanyol and Barcelona (1–4) on Sunday, once again bringing the issue of racism in stadiums to the forefront. At the Camp Nou, sections of the crowd directed offensive remarks at the Moroccan international, prompting stadium officials to intervene several times over the loudspeakers, urging fans to stop such behavior. Tensions rose during the match, particularly after a clash between El Hilali

Olympique Safi's Houari Farhani clarifies jersey controversy without Moroccan flag

The recent appearance of Olympique Safi's Algerian player, Houari Farhani, in a jersey missing the Moroccan flag during his team's match against Algeria's Union of Algiers in the first leg of the CAF Confederation Cup semi-final, has ignited a storm of controversy on social media. This prompted Farhani to release a video clarifying the situation. Farhani explained, «I was unaware that the jersey lacked the Moroccan flag, and the equipment manager also did not notice. The team captain

Moroccans are the second largest buyers of real estate in Spain

Moroccans are increasingly making their mark on the Spanish real estate landscape, emerging as one of the leading foreign nationalities in home purchases. This trend unfolds against a backdrop where recent statistics highlight the crucial role foreigners play in this dynamic sector. In the latter half of 2025, international buyers were responsible for over 18 percent of all property transactions. According to data from the General Council of Notaries in Spain, Moroccans hold the second spot in

Laura Prioul acquitted of extortion charges against Moroccan artist Saad Lamjarred

On Friday, April 10, 2026, the Paris Criminal Court acquitted Laura Prioul of attempting to extort Moroccan artist Saad Lamjarred, as reported by Le Parisien. Prioul had been accused of trying to extort Lamjarred by demanding three million euros through his manager in exchange for dropping her rape allegations or not appearing in court. Lamjarred lodged a complaint regarding this matter, with the alleged incidents occurring between October 2024 and June 2025, just before the appeal session

La Liga eyes Casablanca for first official match outside Spain

Following an unsuccessful bid to stage a match in the United States, Spanish La Liga president Javier Tebas remains undeterred in his quest to expand the league's reach beyond Spain's borders. This time, his sights are set on Morocco, with a proposal to host an official match in Casablanca. Tebas underscored his vision by highlighting the Hassan II Stadium, lauding Morocco's readiness for the 2030 World Cup with its impressive capacity of over 100,000 spectators. The geographical closeness to

Diaspo#436: Ouafaa Mhadi, a cultural and economic bridge between Morocco and the UK

Ouafaa Mhadi's remarkable journey from Casablanca to the UK is a testament to her resilience and adaptability, as she seamlessly navigated the worlds of academia, entrepreneurship, and cultural diplomacy. Through her diverse ventures, she has not only promoted Moroccan heritage abroad but also forged meaningful connections between Morocco and Britain.

Polisario's mixed reactions to US efforts in Sahara negotiations

The Trump administration is hailed as «the first to make a genuine and commendable effort to bridge differences and facilitate direct negotiations between the two parties, in line with United Nations resolutions». These comments were made by Mohamed Yeslemb Beissat, the so-called «foreign minister» of the Polisario, during an interview with the official Algerian channel Al24 News from the Tindouf camps. He described the American initiative as a «significant

Senegalese PM Ousmane Sonko advocates for «55 states» in Africa

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko addressed a conference in Dakar yesterday, co-hosted with French expert Pascal Boniface, where he laid out his vision for Africa's development and sovereignty. During his speech, Sonko proposed the concept of an Africa comprising «55 States», implicitly recognizing the «Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR)». This position might raise eyebrows, considering Senegal's longstanding recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over the

Cinema: Sami Fekkak, from finance to film sets

In Morocco, Sami Fekkak developed a passion for acting during his teenage years. After spending years studying abroad and pursuing a career in finance, it was acting that brought him back to his homeland, where he established himself and gained recognition in series and films. Since then, he has discovered a spiritual dimension in the craft of embodying characters that are not his own.

Morocco’s lost ostriches once ruled trade and diplomacy

Morocco was once home to the North African ostrich, a giant bird that shaped the country’s ecosystems while playing a key role in its trade and diplomacy, from royal gifts to Queen Victoria to a thriving feather business linking the Sahara to Europe.