Tarifa suspends ferry links with Tangier due to severe weather in Gibraltar Strait

The Spanish port of Tarifa once again suspended its maritime connections with Tangier on Monday due to bad weather in the Strait of Gibraltar, according to the Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras. The decision comes as severe weather continues to disrupt maritime traffic across the region. In Algeciras, the Port Authority has maintained access restrictions for trucks bound for Tanger Med, while allowing operations at container terminals to continue. According to the same source,

French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin visits Morocco

The French Minister of Justice, Gérald Darmanin, is set to visit Morocco on February 2nd and 3rd, 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to bolster judicial cooperation between the two nations. Central to this initiative is the battle against drug trafficking and organized crime, as reported by RFI on Monday. In recent days, Gérald Darmanin has been publicizing his upcoming visit through his social media channels, following a preliminary meeting with Samira Sitaïl, the Moroccan

FRMF says no official decision on relocating WAFCON 2026

A senior official at the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has commented on rumors suggesting that South Africa could host the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) instead of Morocco, saying the claims are unfounded at this stage. «There was a statement by South Africa’s Deputy Minister of Sport regarding the possibility of hosting the tournament, which was subsequently denied by the minister», the official told Yabiladi on Monday. «As long as no

Parents wait in pain as search continues for daughter swept out to sea in Casablanca

The parents of a seven-year-old British girl who went missing after being swept out to sea during a family holiday in Casablanca say the wait has been filled with «unbearable pain, fear and hope». Speaking to the BBC on Sunday, they said they were clinging to the hope that she «may have reached safety somewhere along the coastline». They added that if the worst has happened, they hope at least to «bring her home with dignity, prayers and closure». The

Moroccan man climbs onto plane in Valencia causing flight delay

A Moroccan man caused a two-and-a-half-hour delay to a Vueling flight from Valencia to Amsterdam on Saturday evening after climbing onto the aircraft just minutes before departure. The incident took place while the plane was parked on the tarmac at Manises Airport. The man reportedly gained unauthorized access to the airport and climbed onto the aircraft while carrying a backpack. Three officers from the Spanish Civil Guard intervened and negotiated with him until he agreed to come down,

Dakhla and Dreux launch joint projects in renewable energy and waste valorization

The strengthening of cooperation between the cities of Dakhla and Dreux (France) in the fields of agriculture, aquaculture, and renewable energy was at the center of a meeting held on Saturday in Dakhla. The meeting was chaired by the President of the Dakhla Municipal Council, Erragheb Hormatallah, and attended by the Mayor of Dreux, Pierre-Frédéric Billet, who led a French delegation including business leaders, investors, and representatives of the French GEDIA Group, a major

Severe weather forces Abdelmalek Essaâdi University to halt classes this Monday

Abdelmalek Essaâdi University announced on Sunday that it will suspend classes starting February 2 due to anticipated weather disruptions. In a statement, the university’s presidency said it had decided to postpone all educational and scientific activities from February 2 until weather conditions improve, in order to ensure the safety of students, teaching staff, and administrative personnel. The decision follows a weather alert issued on Sunday by the General Directorate of

Confusion over 2026 WAFCON hosting as South Africa makes unexpected claim

Confusion briefly surrounded the organization of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Sunday, after a televised statement by South Africa’s Deputy Minister of Sport suggested that the tournament would be hosted by South Africa rather than Morocco. The competition is currently scheduled to kick off in the Kingdom on March 17, 2026. ????????!!Deputy Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Peace Mabe confirms that South Africa will be taking over from Morocco to host the

Weather disruptions lead to class suspensions across Moroccan provinces

Several regional directorates of the Ministry of National Education, Early Childhood Education, and Sports have announced a temporary suspension of classes next week due to anticipated weather disturbances. The regional directorate in Tangier-Asilah confirmed an exceptional suspension of classes in all public and private educational institutions across the province on Monday, February 2, noting that the situation will be reassessed based on weather developments. In Tetouan, the regional

Flood response efforts intensify in Ksar El-Kebir as Loukkos river threatens again

Field operations to evacuate and shelter residents affected by rising water levels of the Loukkos River are continuing in Ksar El-Kebir, where several neighborhoods have been flooded following the exceptional rainfall that has hit northern Morocco in recent weeks. The regional vigilance committee is coordinating on-the-ground interventions by military and civilian rescue and relief teams across multiple locations and access routes in the city, providing assistance to residents in the affected

AS Saint-Etienne signs Moroccan prodigy Adam Baallal from Union Touarga Sport

AS Saint-Étienne (Ligue 2) have signed Moroccan midfielder Adam Baallal on a five-year contract from Union Touarga Sport, according to French sports outlet Foot Mercato. The club has opted to invest in the 18-year-old prospect, widely regarded as one of the most promising midfielders of his generation, the same source reports. Impressed by his potential, ASSE’s management quickly moved to bring him into the club’s long-term sporting project. A graduate of the Mohammed VI

AS FAR finish fourth after loss to Gotham FC at Women’s Club World Cup

AS FAR’s women’s team suffered a 0–4 defeat on Sunday against American side Gotham FC in the third-place match of the FIFA Women’s Club World Cup, played at the iconic Emirates Stadium in London. Gotham FC’s goals were scored by Khyah Harper (27th minute), Savannah McCaskill (38th), Jaedyn Shaw (43rd, penalty), and Midge Purce (48th). Despite the loss, the Moroccan side delivered a strong performance, displaying technical quality, pace, and collective cohesion. Up

Moroccan media federation calls for genuine reform after court rejects press council law

The Executive Office of the Moroccan Federation of Newspaper Publishers held a meeting in Casablanca to review the current situation of media companies and the broader environment in which they operate. Discussions also focused on recent legal developments, particularly the Constitutional Court’s decision to reject the draft law reorganizing the National Press Council, returning the text to the legislative process. In a statement, the Federation stressed that the Court’s ruling

Tangier: The new French Institute of Morocco opens its doors

The new French Institute of Morocco in Tangier has officially opened its doors following a two-phase renovation of the historic buildings at Place de France, which previously housed the French Consulate General. According to an official statement, the reopening marks a century of shared history between Morocco and France (1926–2026). Covering 1.5 hectares, the site features a landscaped park and three historic buildings constructed between 1880 and 1926, including the former French

Morocco braces for strong winds snowfall and heavy rain from Monday to Wednesday

From Monday to Wednesday, several Moroccan provinces are bracing for strong winds, snowfall starting at altitudes of 1,500 meters, heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms, and a significant drop in temperatures, as forecasted by the General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM). The DGM has issued an orange-level weather alert, predicting powerful gusts of wind ranging from 75 to 90 km/h on Monday, between midnight and noon. These conditions will affect the provinces of Al Hoceïma, Larache,

Morocco tourism soars in 2025 with record 138 billion dirhams earnings

The tourism sector in Morocco achieved remarkable success in 2025, with foreign exchange earnings soaring to 138 billion dirhams by the end of December. This represents a 21% increase compared to 2024, according to the Ministry of Tourism, Handicrafts, and Social and Solidarity Economy. «This unprecedented achievement not only surpasses the 2026 target of 120 billion dirhams set by the tourism roadmap but also underscores Morocco's transformation as a premier travel destination»,

Moroccan star Yassir Zabiri eyed by Stade Rennais

Moroccan forward Yassir Zabiri, celebrated as a U20 World Champion with the Atlas Cubs, has caught the attention of Stade Rennais in Ligue 1 as they seek a replacement for their striker Kader Meïté, according to a report by sports newspaper L'Equipe on Friday. The Breton club is considering a move for the 20-year-old sensation, who is currently contracted with Portuguese side FC Famalicao until 2028. The French daily highlighted that Zabiri «can play in all three offensive

Morocco's water reserves exceed 10 billion m³, an unprecedented level since 2018

With available water resources now exceeding 10 billion cubic meters, Morocco is recording an increase of nearly 120% compared to the same period last year, an unprecedented level since 2018. This surge is largely attributed to the abundant rainfall recorded in recent weeks. As of Saturday, January 31, 2026, the overall reservoir fill rate stood at 61.3%, according to official data, reflecting a sharp improvement in water reserves over just a few days. While these rains have significantly