Feminist activist stages protest at Paris museum for imprisoned Moroccan activist Betty Lachgar

On Saturday, January 17, a feminist activist from a collective staged a symbolic protest at the Grévin Museum in Paris, targeting the wax statue of King Mohammed VI of Morocco. The activist briefly dressed the statue in a jersey emblazoned with the message «FREE BETTY LACHGAR», aiming to spotlight the plight of a Moroccan activist imprisoned for blasphemy, as reported by AFP. The demonstration, occurring at around 11 a.m. and lasting just a few minutes, was claimed by a

Polisario Front sends delegation to US for Western Sahara talks

The Polisario Front is preparing to dispatch a delegation to the United States for a fresh round of talks concerning Western Sahara, in line with Security Council Resolution 2797 adopted on October 31st. In this context, Mouloud Said, the Front's representative in Washington and a member of the Izarguyine tribe, has traveled to Florida, a bastion of Donald Trump, to «prepare the ground». A source familiar with the situation reports that the Front's envoy is engaging in targeted

US Congressman Jason Smith to visit to Morocco

The influential chairman of the U.S. House of Representatives' Ways and Means Committee is gearing up for a visit to Morocco. In anticipation of this trip, Republican Congressman Jason Smith held talks with Morocco's ambassador, Youssef Amrani, in Washington. During their meeting, the Moroccan diplomat highlighted that the Ways and Means Committee «has played a pivotal role in fortifying a historic alliance and a free trade agreement that continues to yield positive results. From trade

CAF addresses Senegal's AFCON 2025 grievances

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has responded to the controversy sparked by the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) on the eve of the 2025 AFCON final. Beyond the public complaints over logistics and security, the continental body issued a measured response, offering a diplomatic reminder of both the facts and the regulations in place. CAF reiterated a basic principle: all teams competing in the tournament have been subject to the same conditions. Senegal, like every other

After station controversy, Senegal calls for brotherhood ahead of AFCON final

The Senegalese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has entered the debate surrounding the Africa Cup of Nations final scheduled this Sunday, between Senegal and Morocco at Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. In a statement, the ministry underscored that «this sporting event should above all be an occasion to celebrate the brotherhood between two peoples linked by a long shared history and deep economic, humanitarian, and spiritual ties».The ministry’s intervention follows two

Morocco: Snow, rain, and cold snap expected from Saturday to Tuesday

Snowfall, heavy rain or thunderstorms, a cold wave, and strong wind gusts are expected from Saturday through Tuesday in several provinces of Morocco, the General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM) announced. According to an orange alert bulletin issued by the DGM, snowfall ranging between 50 and 90 cm, at elevations starting from 1,300 meters, will affect the provinces of Al Haouz, Azilal, and Ouarzazate from Saturday at 10:45 a.m. to Monday at 11:00 p.m. Over the same period, snowfall of 30 to

Moroccan diaspora showcases entrepreneurship at AFCON 2025 village in Bordeaux

The Kingdom's consulate general in Bordeaux has launched an AFCON Morocco 2025 village, spotlighting the entrepreneurial and innovative prowess of the Moroccan diaspora in France's Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. Under the theme «Talents, Territories: Heritage, Innovation, and Creativity», the event recently convened entrepreneurs, project leaders, and economic stakeholders. It featured thematic stands, B2B meetings, and discussions on promising sectors such as technology, green

Valencian minister claims new fishing rules favor Moroccan imports over local catch

Miguel Barrachina, spokesperson for the Valencian government and Minister of Agriculture, Water, Livestock, and Fisheries, criticized Pedro Sánchez's administration, asserting that it «intends for the fish consumed by Valencians to be sourced from Morocco.» He argued that the newly imposed regulations on the fishing industry indirectly steer in this direction. Speaking to Spanish media outlets, Barrachina explained that the new rules require fishermen to weigh each species

Morocco launches 67 new urban and rural health centers across six regions

Morocco’s Minister of Health and Social Protection, Amine Tehraoui, on Friday, January 16, officially launched the services of 67 newly rehabilitated and equipped urban and rural health facilities across six regions of the Kingdom. The ceremony took place at the Moulay Ettehami (Ouled Azzouz) first-level urban health center in Nouaceur province, in the presence of regional and local authorities, according to a press release by the Health Ministry. The rollout forms part of efforts to

IM MEDICARE opens syringe production unit in the Safi–Marrakech region

Moroccan medical devices manufacturer IM MEDICARE inaugurated a new industrial unit dedicated to the production of hypodermic and vaccination syringes on Friday, January 16, at the Sidi Bou Othmane industrial park in the Safi–Marrakech region, in the presence of Minister of Industry and Trade Ryad Mezzour. The project represents an investment of 85 million dirhams and will create 70 direct jobs, while increasing the company’s annual production capacity to 450 million syringes. The

Moroccan education ministry postpones exams due to Africa Cup of Nations final

The Ministry of National Education, Primary Education and Sports has announced the postponement of local unified exams and continuous assessment tests in primary and lower secondary schools for the first semester of the 2025–2026 academic year. The move is intended to ensure appropriate conditions for students to sit their assessments. The ministry said the decision was prompted by a scheduling overlap with the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 final, set for January 18, 2026, in which the

Morocco shines at Berlin Green Week centennial with strong delegation

Berlin Green Week (Grüne Woche), one of the world’s largest trade fairs dedicated to agriculture, marked its centenary this year as it opened on Friday in Berlin, with a strong Moroccan delegation in attendance. Held under the theme «100 Years of the Grüne Woche: Where History Meets the Future», this 90th edition sees Morocco represented by the Minister of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development, and Water and Forests, Ahmed El Bouari, leading a

Snowfall and cold wave alert in Morocco from Friday to Tuesday

Snowfall, heavy rain or stormy showers, and a cold wave are expected to affect several provinces across Morocco from Friday through Tuesday, according to the General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM). In an orange-level weather alert, the DGM announced that snowfall of 35 to 80 cm above 1,400 meters is expected in the provinces of Al Haouz, Azilal, and Chichaoua, from Friday at 6:00 p.m. to Monday at 6:00 a.m. Snowfall of 15 to 35 cm above 1,300 meters is also forecast over the same period in

Noufissa Kessar named CEO of Al Mada after Hassan Ouriagli’s passing

Following the death of Hassan Ouriagli, President and CEO of Al Mada, who passed away in Paris earlier this January, the group’s Board of Directors announced the appointment of Noufissa Kessar as President and CEO, with immediate effect, according to 2M. A graduate of the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, Kessar has built her professional career within the Al Mada group. She began in the group’s banking arm, notably at Attijariwafa Bank, where she

Morocco vs Senegal: First AFCON final, Atlas Lions hold 18-win edge

The TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2025 final between Morocco and Senegal, scheduled for Sunday, January 18, at Rabat’s Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, will mark the first-ever AFCON meeting between the two sides, despite their long-standing rivalry. Morocco and Senegal have faced each other 31 times across all competitions, with the hosts holding a clear advantage: 18 wins to Senegal’s 6, along with 7 draws. Morocco have won four of their last six encounters, while

939 Moroccan seasonal workers selected for the red fruit harvest in Huelva

This week in Fez, 939 workers were selected to take part in the red fruit harvest campaign in Spain’s Huelva region. The selection was overseen by the Association of Strawberry Producers and Exporters in Huelva (Freshuelva), under the recruitment-at-origin system (GECCO) approved by Spain’s Ministry of Inclusion, Social Security and Migration. The selected workers are expected to travel progressively to Huelva starting in March, joining workers who participated in previous harvest

CAF reports 90% revenue surge from AFCON 2025 in Morocco

The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has announced that the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2025, hosted by Morocco, has become the most commercially successful edition in the history of African football, generating more than a 90% increase in CAF revenues. According to CAF, this performance is driven by a sharp rise in commercial partnerships, expanded media rights distribution, and the confederation’s entry into new markets, most notably in the Far East,

Direct social assistance in Morocco benefits 390,000 widows

Approximately 390,000 widows are now beneficiaries of Morocco’s direct social assistance program, Mustapha Baitas, Minister Delegate in charge of Relations with Parliament and government spokesperson, announced on Thursday during a press briefing in Rabat. Responding to questions at a press conference following the Government Council meeting, Baitas said the direct social assistance framework currently supports 3.9 million families. He added that the budget allocated to expanding social