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King Mohammed VI reviews agricultural season as rains lift outlook in Morocco

King Mohammed VI chaired a Council of Ministers on Thursday, April 9, at the Royal Palace in Rabat. The meeting was devoted to approving two organic bills, a draft decree related to the military sector, a set of international agreements, as well as several high-level appointments. According to a statement from the Royal Cabinet, at the start of the session, the King questioned the Minister of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development, and Water and Forests about the progress of the

Sahara: Kenya backs Morocco’s autonomy plan under Moroccan sovereignty

Kenya has expressed its support for Morocco’s autonomy plan for the Sahara under Moroccan sovereignty, describing it as «the only credible and realistic solution» to the dispute, and announced its intention to cooperate with like-minded countries to promote its implementation. This position was outlined in a joint communiqué issued following the first session of the Morocco–Kenya Joint Cooperation Commission, held in Nairobi and co-chaired by Foreign Minister

France's «serial lover» facing abuse charges against partners arrested before Morocco trip

A 40-year-old French man was arrested at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport on November 28 as he was attempting to board a flight to Morocco, in a case involving alleged violence against several former partners, French media announced on Wednesday. The suspect, described as a «serial lover», is accused of maintaining multiple relationships simultaneously while allegedly subjecting his partners to physical violence, threats, harassment, and financial fraud. At least four victims are

Morocco and Kenya strengthen economic ties with new trade and investment agreements

Morocco and Kenya are poised to deepen their economic collaboration in pivotal sectors, with a focus on trade and investment. This announcement came after Moroccan Foreign Affairs Minister Nasser Bourita and Kenyan Cabinet Secretary for Foreign Affairs and Diaspora Musalia Mudavadi presided over the ministerial session of the Joint Commission for Cooperation between the two nations this Thursday in Nairobi. Following the meeting, the two leaders endorsed the approved minutes, which they

Achraf Hakimi calls on CAS to confirm Atlas Lions' victory

Moroccan national team captain Achraf Hakimi has called for the Court of Arbitration for Sport to uphold the Atlas Lions' victory, which was previously validated by the Appeals Committee of the Confederation of African Football. «We are currently assessing the situation and are hopeful for a decision that benefits both football and Africa. I believe we deserve the win, as you can't just walk away from the field like that», he said during an interview with Movistar following Paris

Morocco-France-EU: Two initiatives to strengthen regular migration

On April 9, the European Union (EU), France, and Morocco launched two ambitious projects in Rabat aimed at promoting legal, circular, and development-oriented migration. The THAMM+ Équipe France initiative seeks to create «secure professional mobility pathways between Morocco and France,» according to a press release. Aligned with the EU’s Talent Partnership strategy, the project focuses on developing «structured pathways in the agriculture and hospitality

Morocco's aromatic plant sector rebounds after drought recovery

Morocco’s aromatic and medicinal plant sector is undergoing a rapid recovery after emerging from seven years of drought. At the peak of the dry spell, several plants had nearly disappeared from the market, but they are now returning in abundance. Karim Belkheir Goutr, general manager of 4 Seasons Mediterranean Aromas, told Fresh Plaza that until 2025, prices for many plants had surged sharply, while others became almost unavailable. This led to disruptions in supply to international

Morocco's cultural industries drive economic growth with 43 billion dirhams revenue

In Morocco, the cultural and creative industries (CCI) contribute significantly to the economy, accounting for 2.4% of the GDP and generating a revenue of 43 billion dirhams. This vibrant sector employs 116,000 people, with nearly 78,000 in formal employment, making up about 1% of the active workforce. Interestingly, it surpasses sectors such as healthcare (0.8%) and financial services (0.7%), yet it only receives 0.5% of business credit. In a report released on April 8, the International

CAF Secretary-General denies Morocco bias claims, says exit was voluntary

Veron Mosengo-Omba, the outgoing Secretary-General of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), denied in an interview with France 24 that his departure was linked to pressure following the controversy surrounding the Africa Cup of Nations final. «No one forced me to leave; I decided to step down,» he said. «I spent five years as CAF Secretary-General. It was the right time to turn the page, it’s the end of a chapter», he said, adding that he had

Securaid 26 medical caravan to provide care for 2,000 patients near Asilah

The multidisciplinary medical caravan Securaid 26 is set to take place on April 10–12, 2026, south of Asilah. The initiative is led by the Mekkil’ association, which focuses on supporting mothers and children in rural areas, in partnership with the Al Karam association. According to a statement, the caravan will «mobilize nearly 100 participants, including more than 60 doctors and healthcare professionals from various specialties, coming from several cities.» Around

Pan-African Parliament: Algerian candidate backs Polisario from Tindouf Camps

Just two days after officially announcing his candidacy for the presidency of the Pan-African Parliament, Algerian politician Fateh Boutebig has made his position on the Sahara issue clear. On Wednesday, April 8, he visited the Tindouf camps, reaffirming his commitment to defending the Polisario’s stance within the continental legislative body. In a speech marking the 50th anniversary of the proclamation of the «SADR», he called for the «decolonization of Western

Azilal: Man kills mother, two siblings in knife attack

A 29-year-old man killed his mother and two siblings and seriously injured a third in a knife attack inside the family home in Azilal early Thursday morning, April 9. The suspect, who had previously been admitted to a psychiatric hospital last August, is believed to have carried out the assault while showing signs of mental disturbance. The injured sibling, who has a physical disability, was rushed for treatment. Following the incident, security forces secured the scene and launched a search

A 6,400-year-old Moroccan woman reimagined through facial reconstruction

A 6,400-year-old woman from Morocco has been brought back to life through a facial reconstruction, offering a glimpse of what she may have looked like thousands of years ago. The individual was discovered at the Skhirat-Rouazi site, a major Middle Neolithic occupation combining a necropolis and settlement remains. The reconstruction was carried out by Ancestral Whispers, a collective specializing in cranial and facial reconstruction, blending art and science to recreate human faces from

Nikki Beach to open resort and residences in Marrakech by 2028

Nikki Beach Hospitality Group, an international brand known for its luxury beach clubs and resorts, has announced plans to open a new resort and residential project in Marrakech, Morocco, by 2028. Located around 20 minutes from Marrakech Menara Airport, the Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Marrakech will feature more than 100 accommodations. The project also includes a residential component with more than 50 villas. The project will include multiple dining and leisure areas, along with wellness

Casablanca police arrest suspect for inciting violence in videos

Officers from the National Brigade of Judicial Police arrested a suspect in Casablanca’s Hay Mohammadi district, accused of disseminating videos inciting violence against people of different faiths and threatening to commit crimes using knives of various sizes. The arrest was carried out as part of a judicial investigation launched on Wednesday, April 8, under the supervision of the competent public prosecutor, to determine the circumstances surrounding the circulation of the

In Senegal, Motsepe denies bias toward Morocco, urges unity

CAF president Patrice Motsepe dismissed any suggestion of bias toward Morocco, stressing the body’s neutrality following the controversial 2025 AFCON final. «Under no circumstances will any single country in Africa be treated more preferentially or more favourably than any other. That will never happen», he said, expressing confidence that CAF would emerge «more united among the 54 nations in Africa». Speaking on Wednesday in Dakar during his first visit to

Marathon des Sables 2026: The 100 km stage shakes up the competition

The fourth stage of the Marathon des Sables, held on Wednesday, pushed participants to their limits over a daunting 100.9 kilometers. In the men's category, Mohamed El Morabity clinched victory, completing the course in an impressive 8 hours, 24 minutes, and 32 seconds. He edged out French competitor Ludovic Pommeret, who crossed the finish line just 12 seconds later at 8 hours, 24 minutes, and 44 seconds. Rachid El Morabity secured a strong third place with a time of 8 hours and 39

Morocco FM, Pakistani counterpart discuss Middle East peace efforts and upcoming US-Iran talks

On Wednesday, April 8, Morocco's Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccans Living Abroad, Nasser Bourita, engaged in a phone conversation with Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mohammad Ishaq Dar. «The two leaders discussed the latest developments in the Middle East and the region,» according to a statement from the Pakistani diplomatic service. Ishaq Dar informed Nasser Bourita about «Pakistan's ongoing efforts to promote