AFCON final :The hunger strike of Senegalese fans turns into intermittent fasting

The legal saga surrounding the 18 Senegalese fans arrested after the violence that erupted during the AFCON 2025 final in Rabat has become a web of conflicting narratives. In early February, Patrick Kabou, the lawyer for these fans facing charges of hooliganism for attempting to storm the pitch, assaults, and throwing objects, informed AFP that his clients had initiated a hunger strike. They were protesting what they saw as a violation of their right to a fair trial and the absence

Rising Oum Er-Rbia prompts emergency measures in Khénifra

Provincial authorities in Khénifra deployed an emergency response and field mobilization on Sunday as part of proactive measures to address the rising water levels of the Oum Er-Rbia River, which runs through the city. The move aims to ensure public safety and protect lives and property. Carried out in close coordination with the relevant services and with the support of Civil Protection teams, the interventions targeted several critical points along the riverbanks. Efforts focused on

5G boost drives Morocco’s biggest leap in mobile connectivity ranking

Morocco recorded one of the strongest gains on the Ookla Speedtest Global Index in 2025, posting a sharp rise in both mobile and fixed broadband rankings. The country climbed 22 places on the mobile index following the launch of 5G late last year. The rollout significantly increased the share of high-speed tests, pushing up median download speeds and allowing Morocco to regain its position as the leading country in North Africa, ranking 39th worldwide on the mobile index, ahead of Algeria and

Humanitarian aid operation in Sidi Kacem delivers relief to El Houafate amid severe weather

Provincial authorities in Sidi Kacem, with the support of the Royal Armed Forces (FAR), carried out a humanitarian operation on Sunday to deliver aid to residents and livestock farmers in the rural commune of El Houafate. The operation aims to ease the impact of recent severe weather and rising water levels that have cut off several areas of the province. It included the distribution of 32 tons of barley and 400 food kits to affected beneficiaries, using supplies sourced from within Sidi Kacem

SNRT unveils Al Aoula's Ramadan 2026 schedule with diverse programming

The National Broadcasting and Television Company (SNRT) has unveiled the Ramadan 1447 AH (2026 AD) programming lineup for Al Aoula, featuring a wide range of series, dramas, comedies, entertainment shows, and cultural documentaries. Blending heritage with current affairs, the schedule also places a strong emphasis on social themes through fiction. In prime time, viewers can look forward to the series «Al Mardi» and «Attaman». National productions «Och Tmaa»

Morocco: Heavy rains and strong winds from Monday to Tuesday

Heavy rainfall, stormy showers with a risk of hail, and strong wind gusts are expected on Monday and Tuesday in several provinces across Morocco, the General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM) announced. According to the DGM, heavy rain and stormy showers, with possible hail accumulations ranging between 40 and 60 mm, are forecast from Monday at 11:00 a.m. until Tuesday at 12:00 p.m. in the provinces of Tangier–Assilah, M’diq–Fnideq, Fahs–Anjra, Chefchaouen,

Mohammed V Dam's water levels soar to 86% in Morocco's Oriental region

The Mohammed V Dam in Morocco’s Oriental region recorded an impressive fill rate of 86% as of February 6, following recent rainfall that has strengthened water security and raised hopes for a favorable agricultural season. According to official figures, water reserves at the dam reached 141.09 million cubic meters, out of a total capacity of 164.95 million cubic meters. Mostafa Bouazza, Secretary-General of the Moulouya Basin Hydraulic Agency (ABH), said the rainfall has also had a

Tragedy unfolds as third migrant found dead near Ceuta border in two weeks

The body of a migrant from sub-Saharan Africa was found early last Sunday near the border between Ceuta and Morocco, marking the third such death in just over two weeks under similar circumstances, according to local media. On January 25, Spain’s Civil Guard recovered the body of a migrant near the border fence, while last Thursday cyclists discovered another body in the Kalamoukaro Valley. Groups of migrants, mostly from sub-Saharan Africa, often take advantage of poor weather

Morocco supports schooling for children displaced by Loukkos River floods in Mdiq-Fnideq

Authorities in the M’diq-Fnideq prefecture have launched a series of measures to support the schooling of children displaced from Ksar El Kebir following floods along the Loukkos River, while assisting their families relocated to temporary shelters in the prefecture. The initiative, carried out in coordination with local authorities, civil society, and government departments, focuses on ensuring children’s access to education and meeting their basic needs despite temporary

Polisario withdraws candidacy for African Union Peace and Security Council seat

The Polisario Front has decided to withdraw its candidacy for the North Africa seat on the African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council (PSC) for the 2026–2028 term. The Front justified its decision by citing «a request from the brotherly State of Libya, which had sought support for its own candidacy», according to the SPS News Agency. The same source said the Polisario acted «out of a sense of responsibility, as the dean of the North African countries within the

Mohamed Chouki elected president of RNI succeeding Aziz Akhannouch

Unsurprisingly, Mohamed Chouki was elected president of the National Rally of Independents (RNI), succeeding Aziz Akhannouch, following the party’s extraordinary congress held on Sunday night in El Jadida. A former member of the Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM), Chouki joined the RNI in recent years. He was the sole candidate to run for the party’s top post after Akhannouch announced his decision to step down as RNI president on January 11. The new RNI leader now faces a

Ongoing weather forces continued school closures across Tanger–Tétouan–Al Hoceïma

Provincial education authorities in the Tanger–Tetouan–Al Hoceïma region have decided to maintain the suspension of classes in public and private schools due to ongoing weather disruptions. Classes are suspended on February 9 in the prefectures of Tangier–Asilah and M’diq–Fnideq, as well as in the provinces of Ouezzane and Fahs–Anjra. In Tetouan and Chefchaouen, the suspension will remain in effect on both February 9 and 10. In Larache province,

The death toll from the Tangier floods rises to six

The death toll from Atlantic storm Marta, which battered Tangier and its surrounding provinces on Saturday, has risen to six. Local sources said civil protection teams recovered two additional bodies from the Machlaoua riverbed in the Bni Harchen commune after water levels receded following severe flooding. Search and rescue operations are ongoing, with authorities remaining on high alert for any further missing persons. The toll includes two fatalities in the Dar Chaoui commune, as well

Moroccan embassy in Mexico facilitates ID card renewal for expatriates

The Moroccan Embassy in Mexico organized a local outreach operation to enable members of the Moroccan community residing in the country to obtain or renew their national identity cards. Held on Saturday and Sunday, the initiative forms part of the strategy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccans Living Abroad to strengthen proximity services and bring administrative procedures closer to Moroccans living abroad. In a statement to the MAP, Morocco’s

Morocco's Davis Cup dreams dashed after tense clash with Colombia in Casablanca

Morocco’s hopes of reaching World Group I of the Davis Cup were dashed on Sunday in Casablanca. Facing Colombia on the clay courts of the USM Tennis Club, Hicham Arazi’s team needed two wins to stay in contention. They came up short. Colombia took control early in the day. In the doubles match, Juan Sebastián Gómez and Nicolás Barrientos edged past Karim Bennani and Younes Lalami Laaroussi in a tightly contested encounter, winning both sets in tie-breaks

Floods in Tetouan: Four dead and one missing

Four people have died and a fifth remains missing after violent flooding hit the village of Lmouawja on Saturday, in the commune of Bni Harchen, within the Jbel Lahbib district, local authorities in Tétouan province said. The incident occurred on provincial road No. 4704, near a major tributary of Oued Rmilat. A light vehicle carrying five people was caught by sudden floodwaters and swept away. Upon being alerted, local and security authorities, supported by Civil Protection services,

Atlantic storm Marta claims four lives in Tangier as rescue efforts continue

The Atlantic storm «Marta» that hit northern Morocco on Sunday has tragically claimed the lives of four individuals on the outskirts of Tangier. Rescue teams are currently engaged in a desperate search for three more people who have been swept away by the floods in various regions, as severe weather conditions, including strong winds and torrential rains, persist. This information was reported by the local site Tanja 24. In the rural community of Dar Chaoui, civil defense teams

Jack Lang resigns as Arab World Institute president amid Epstein affair controversy

The situation has taken an unexpected turn. After dismissing any notion of resigning earlier this week, Jack Lang has now submitted his resignation as president of the Arab World Institute (IMA) on Saturday, February 7. This decision was conveyed in a letter to the French Minister of Foreign Affairs. The former Minister of Culture's name appears over 600 times in U.S. judicial documents connected to Jeffrey Epstein. Despite Jack Lang's denials of any wrongdoing, pressure has been mounting,