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2026 World Cup controversies: The United States, Qatar, Russia and Western double standards

Even before kick-off, the 2026 World Cup in the United States is already piling up controversies, met with an awkward silence from FIFA. The missteps, seen as unprecedented, have revived accusations of double standards in the way host countries are treated. An interview with Saïd El Abadi, a French-Moroccan sports journalist at Canal+ and author of «The History of African Football».

Artificial Intelligence in Morocco: How AH Digital is industrializing automation for SMEs

Founded by a French-Moroccan who returned home to put his industrial experience at the service of local businesses, AH Digital aims to make AI a concrete driver of competitiveness for Moroccan SMEs. Incubated at the Agadir Technopark, the startup champions a form of digital transformation rooted in on-the-ground realities, with a focus on automation and SME competitiveness. An interview with Hassan Ahlaou.

FICAM 2026: André Kadi celebrates «Hola Frida» and Moroccan roots

Based in Quebec for the past decade, animation producer and director André Kadi is returning to Morocco through the films he is presenting at the Meknes International Animated Film Festival. At FICAM 2026, he tells Yabiladi that, beyond his creative work, his ties to the country were forged through his grandparents.

Morocco hosts first African student Drone Soccer tournament

Last week, Morocco hosted its first student Drone Soccer championship, introducing an emerging technology-driven sport still in its early stages in the Kingdom. The Africa-first initiative was launched by Hanane Sanoussi, a French-Moroccan digital sciences teacher at the Lycée Français International Louis-Massignon «LFILM Casa-Anfa». In this interview with Yabiladi, Sanoussi reflects on the experience and the behind-the-scenes work behind organizing the

FICAM 2026: How animated film promotes visual literacy

Secretary General of the Aïcha Foundation and director of the Meknes International Animation Film Festival (FICAM), Widad Charaibi spoke to Yabiladi about a key component of the event: visual literacy. According to her, the festival’s 24th edition, currently under way in partnership with the French Institute of Meknes, confirms the strong interest shown by both young audiences and industry professionals.

FICAM 2026 in Meknes puts youth at heart of Moroccan animation

Organized by the Aïcha Foundation in partnership with the French Institute of Meknes, the Meknes International Animation Film Festival (FICAM 2026) is holding its 24th edition through May 20. Fabrice Mongiat, deputy director of the institute, spoke to Yabiladi about what makes this year’s event unique: a festival firmly rooted in its local setting while also extending its reach to other cities.

Bachir Dkhil: «The Polisario and Algeria are counting on a post-Trump era»

Two weeks after the two United Nations Security Council meetings held on April 23 and 30 on the Western Sahara issue, Bachir Dkhil, a founding member of the Polisario who later returned to Morocco, offers a critical assessment of recent developments. He argues that the Front is going through a period of deep political and social fragility, while Algeria continues to play a central role in the conflict. In this interview with Yabiladi, he discusses the attack on Smara, the

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.

Maati Monjib: «Non-Citizenship» and a case stalled for five years

Recently, authorities barred historian and human rights activist Maati Monjib from leaving the country to travel to France, where he had been invited by Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne University to deliver lectures, despite having received a royal pardon in July 2024. In this interview with Yabiladi, Monjib reflects on his legal and personal situation amid legal proceedings that have dragged on for years. He details the trajectory of his case and its impact on his daily and professional life.

What a 146 percent filling rate really means for Oued El Makhazine Dam

The announcement that the Oued El Makhazine Dam has reached a fill rate of 146 percent has raised widespread public questions, particularly as it coincided with heavy rainfall and rising water levels in the Loukkos River. The situation has sparked concerns about dam safety and flood risks. To clarify the technical meaning of this figure, explain how the situation is being managed, and outline the preventive measures in place, we spoke with Yassine

What AFCON fan incidents reveal about Morocco’s stadium security approach

The Africa Cup of Nations final was a tense one, posing security challenges for the host country, as protests by Senegalese supporters against a late penalty awarded to Morocco escalated into a violent attempt to storm the pitch. Although longer and more serious, this incident was not the first of its kind during the tournament, but the second. Earlier, during the Algeria–Nigeria quarterfinal match in Marrakech, Algerian fans also tried to force their way onto the field after their team

Inside the Sbou3a faction: Morocco's vibrant support during this AFCON

At the Africa Cup of Nations, the «Sbou3a» ultras became a formidable presence, uniting Moroccan fans with their passionate chants and disciplined organization. In an exclusive interview, Mehdi Bouazza, a leader of the faction, reveals how this group of dedicated supporters orchestrated their impactful displays, bringing the spirit of Morocco to the forefront of the tournament.