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Moroccan actor Mustapha Zaari, renowned for comedic and dramatic roles, dies at 79

Moroccan actor Mustapha Zaari passed away on Tuesday in Casablanca at the age of 79, according to his family. A seasoned and versatile artist, Zaari gained recognition for his portrayal of both comedic and dramatic characters, mastering his craft on stage as well as in film and television. However, it was on stage, where he performed for over five decades, that Zaari truly showcased the depth of his talent. Early in his career, Zaari worked in theater alongside many prominent figures before

AI-powered website launched to find missing Belgian tourist in Morocco

The family of a Belgian tourist who went missing while on holiday in Morocco has launched a website using artificial intelligence (AI) to help find him. The AI-powered website uses facial recognition technology to analyze photos uploaded by users, which were taken in the same area where Dries De Graeve, 29, was last seen—Taghazout, a surf village near Agadir. The goal is to locate the missing tourist. According to his family, Dries, from Ghent, Belgium, was traveling with two friends

Morocco's Almaden expands Al-Hoceima solar production to 1 GW

Ecoprogetti, an Italian firm specializing in solar panel manufacturing equipment, has recently expanded the production line capacity of Almaden Maroc, a green energy supplier in Al-Hoceima, from 500 MW to 1 GW. This is the largest solar module manufacturing plant in Morocco and North Africa. According to the solar energy portal PV Magazine, the new line features technology based on G12 18BB (TOPCon) cells, in a system designed to guarantee maximum efficiency and superior quality in glass

Morocco and Ecuador resume consultations after «SADR» suspension

On Monday, December 2, Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita met with his Ecuadorian counterpart, Gabriela Sommerfeld, via videoconference. The Ecuadorian minister reiterated her country's support for a peaceful and lasting solution to the Sahara question within the framework of the political process conducted exclusively under UN auspices. She also reaffirmed Ecuador's support for the efforts undertaken by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and his personal envoy, in accordance with the relevant

Morocco-Spain unite to protect biodiversity

A Moroccan delegation led by the National Agency for Water and Forests (ANEF) visited Andalusia in late November to enhance cooperation in biodiversity conservation. With support from the IUCN's Mediterranean Cooperation Center, the mission facilitated the exchange of expertise on captive breeding, reintroducing endangered species, and managing protected areas. Discussions between Moroccan and Spanish experts emphasized the preservation of key species such as the bald ibis, the Andalusian

500kg of cannabis seized from Moroccan truck near Lyon

On the night between Friday and Saturday, an operation led by Ofast (Anti-Narcotics Office) in Meyzieu, near Lyon, resulted in the seizure of 500 kilograms of cannabis resin. The drugs were being transported in a truck with Moroccan registration, which had just made a stop to deliver the illicit cargo. Under surveillance by law enforcement, Ofast, in collaboration with the Organized Crime Division, arrested three individuals: the truck driver and two men tasked with receiving the drugs. All

Morocco's taxi upgrade : New Interior Ministry measures

The taxi sector in Morocco is set to undergo significant reforms aimed at enhancing service quality and user experience. With the upcoming CAN 2025 and the anticipation of the 2030 World Cup, the urgency for these measures is evident. To address existing issues, the Minister of the Interior, Abdelouafi Laftit, recently issued a circular to governors and walis emphasizing strict regulation of taxi services. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to modernize road transport

Sahrawi Woman in Spain faces charges for inciting terrorism against Morocco

The Spanish National Court has opted to pursue charges against a Moroccan woman from the Sahara, alleging her involvement in promoting messages advocating armed Islamic jihad from her residence in Menorca, where she was apprehended. According to the Diario de Mallorca, the woman is part of a family with multiple members linked to terrorist organizations, with one of her brothers reportedly killed during a «violent operation in Morocco». During investigations, she denied any ties to

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares resigns after highlighting Morocco's administrative advantages

Carlos Tavares of Portugal has stepped down as CEO, according to a Stellantis press release. The multinational's Board of Directors accepted his resignation, effective immediately. The appointment of a new CEO is underway and is expected to be completed in the first half of 2025. Until then, an interim executive committee led by non-executive chairman John Elkann, the grandson of Gianni Agnelli, will oversee operations. Stellantis has faced significant challenges, including a sharp drop in its

Al Haouz Earthquake : Government reviews reconstruction efforts

The Head of Government, Aziz Akhannouch, chaired the 13th meeting of the Interministerial Commission overseeing the reconstruction and rehabilitation program for areas affected by the Al Haouz earthquake on Monday, December 2, in Rabat. This meeting highlighted substantial progress in implementing the program, following the instructions of King Mohammed VI. During the session, Akhannouch commended the governmental efforts that restored normalcy in the affected provinces. He emphasized the

Moroccan actress Karima Ghaith sentenced to prison for insulting public official

A court in Marrakech has sentenced Moroccan actress and singer Karima Ghaith to two months in prison. She was also fined 2,000 dirhams and ordered to pay court costs and 5,000 dirhams in compensation to the civil party, following charges of «insulting a public official while performing their duties». The case dates back to last April, when the artist appeared before the public prosecutor at the primary court in Marrakech, on suspicion of being involved in insulting a police

Spain : In «Raqqa», Moroccan actress Mina El Hammani plays the spy infiltrated within «ISIS»

In an interview with the Spanish daily El País, Moroccan-Spanish actress Mina El Hammani, star of «Raqqa: Spy vs. Spy», reflects on her origins, her passion for her profession, as well as the behind-the-scenes aspects of her performance in this suspense film. Mina talks about the values of work and sacrifice that her parents instilled in her from a young age, which have been decisive in her artistic career. The 30-year-old actress, whose career took off in 2014, looks back

Is Morocco eyeing Russia's S-400 missile defense systems ?

The Russian state agency Sputnik has reported that Morocco is interested in acquiring the Russian «S-400» missile defense systems, along with 12 other countries, including Qatar, Iraq, and Vietnam, without providing further details. This defense system was unveiled in 2007, and it can detect any aerial target within a range from several meters to hundreds of kilometers. It can engage its targets at a range of up to 400 km and an altitude of up to 30,000 meters above the

Akdital Group opens major oncology center in Benguerir

The Akdital Group has opened the International Oncology Center of Benguerir, a state-of-the-art facility located within the Health Care City, near Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P). With an investment of 226 million dirhams, this cutting-edge center marks a new step in the modernization of the healthcare sector in Morocco. Equipped with 81 hospital beds and employing over 160 staff members, the center offers comprehensive care for cancer patients. It includes a radiotherapy accelerator

Benkirane exposes «Algeria's Sahara ambitions» in a speech

The Secretary-General of the Justice and Development Party (PJD), Abdelilah Benkirane, took advantage of his speech during a communication meeting organized by his party in Oulad Berhil, Sunday, to send messages to Algeria amidst the increasing hostility towards Morocco. «I say to our brothers in Algeria, curse the devil; this is not the right time. Didn't you find anything else besides Morocco? We understand well why you want to take the Sahara and establish an artificial entity there

Russian diplomat and wife attacked by taxi drivers for using Yango app in Casablanca

In a shocking incident that unfolded in downtown Casablanca, Sunday, a Russian diplomat and his wife were physically assaulted while riding in a ride-hailing car booked through the Russian mobile app Yango. The attack began when taxi drivers blocked the path of the ride-hailing car and assaulted the driver. The Russian couple, who intervened to protest the attack, were subsequently targeted by the assailants. Following this violent incident, the three victims were transferred to a private

Benkirane affirms : «Morocco is an Islamic, not secular, state»

In an implicit response to the statements of the Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs, the Secretary-General of the Justice and Development Party (PJD), Abdelilah Benkirane, said that Morocco is «an Islamic state and not secular». Benkirane added during a communication meeting organized by his party in Oulad Berhil, Sunday, December 1, that Morocco is «an Islamic state and not secular; its king is the Commander of the Faithful and not an ordinary king. He has been the

Morocco holds marches for International Palestinian Solidarity Day

Many Moroccan cities witnessed marches and sit-ins in support of the Palestinian people over the past three days, marking the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. This day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1977 to affirm the international commitment to supporting the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people. The Moroccan Commission for Supporting the Nation's Causes stated in a communiqué that the Moroccan people mobilized «on