Sahara: London says it has not received Morocco’s detailed autonomy plan

Morocco has yet to share the details of its autonomy plan for Western Sahara with the United Kingdom. The information emerged on Wednesday, March 4, in a response from the British government to a written question submitted by Labour MP Andy Slaughter. Despite this, the government led by Prime Minister Keir Starmer reaffirmed its commitment to «engage with all relevant parties in support of the UN-led process to achieve a just, lasting and mutually acceptable solution, based on

Floods: 15,000 families receive 6,000 dirhams in direct aid

Around 15,000 families affected by the recent floods in northern and western Morocco have already received direct financial assistance of 6,000 dirhams each, the Minister Delegate in charge of the Budget, Fouzi Lekjaa, announced Thursday in Rabat following the government council meeting. The assistance is part of a government support program aimed at helping communities hit by the disaster. It targets households that faced flood risks and were forced to leave their homes for safer areas. The

Agadir court sentences man to 15 years for sexually assaulting minors in Ait Melloul

This week, the Criminal Chamber of the Court of Appeal in Agadir handed down a 15-year prison sentence to a 28-year-old man involved in a harrowing case of sexual assault against two young girls in Ait Melloul. The court also ruled that the defendant must bear the trial costs and set the enforcement period at its minimum, while informing him of his right to appeal the decision within ten days. On February 11, 2026, the Public Prosecution at the Court of Appeal in Agadir decided to detain the

CAF postpones Women’s AFCON 2026 in Morocco to July–August

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has postponed the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2026 (WAFCON), which Morocco is set to host, from its initial dates of March 17–April 3, 2026 to July 25–August 16, 2026. In a statement released Thursday, CAF said the decision followed discussions with its partners, including FIFA, and other stakeholders involved in organizing the tournament. The body said the change was intended to ensure the success of the competition, citing

Cold wave and heavy rain forecast in Morocco this weekend

A cold wave, heavy rain with a risk of thunderstorms, and snowfall are expected to affect several provinces across Morocco from Thursday to Sunday, according to the General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM). In an orange-level weather alert, the agency forecasts a cold wave with temperatures ranging between -9°C and -4°C from Friday to Sunday in the provinces of Ouarzazate, Taroudant, Tinghir, Al Haouz, Chichaoua, Azilal, Béni Mellal, Ifrane, Khénifra, Midelt,

CAF sanctions Al Ahly with fan ban and fines after AS FAR match incidents

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has imposed sanctions on Egypt’s Al Ahly SC following incidents during its match against Morocco’s AS FAR (Royal Army Club) on February 15, at the end of the group stage of the CAF Champions League. In a statement, the Egyptian club said it had received a letter from CAF informing it of the Disciplinary Committee’s decision to ban Al Ahly supporters from attending two African matches, with the second match suspended. The club added

Algerian fans convicted of tearing Moroccan banknotes during AFCON see sentences reduced

The Court of Appeals in Marrakech has reduced the prison sentences of two Algerian nationals convicted of «insulting the kingdom’s flag and national currency» during the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), following a review of the initial rulings. Under the new decision, one defendant’s sentence was reduced from eight months to five months of effective imprisonment, while the other’s term was lowered from six months to two months. The case dates back to January,

Uncertainty grows over Women’s AFCON in Morocco, CAF promises clarification

As the start date draws closer, uncertainty continues to surround the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), scheduled to take place in Morocco from March 17 to April 3, with some voices even suggesting that the kingdom could withdraw as host. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is expected to clarify the situation in the coming days, according to CAF communications chief Luxolo September. «There has been several discussions for weeks. The matter is receiving urgent

Moroccan soldiers' legacy celebrated at Paris consulate exhibition

The Consulate General of Morocco in Paris recently hosted an exhibition honoring Moroccan soldiers who fought in the First and Second World Wars. The initiative aims to pay tribute to their sacrifice and highlight their decisive role in defending the values of freedom and peace. Organized in partnership with the association Mémoire France-Maroc, the exhibition sheds light on the significant contributions of Moroccan troops in these global conflicts. Thousands were deployed to various

Royal Air Maroc evacuates 270 Moroccans stranded in Dubai amid Middle East tensions

On Wednesday, 270 Moroccans stranded in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, were evacuated on a special flight organized by Royal Air Maroc amid ongoing disruptions affecting air travel across the Middle East. A company official told SNRTnews that the aircraft departed from Dubai International Airport at 10 a.m. local time (6 a.m. in Morocco), bound for Mohammed V International Airport in Casablanca. Earlier this week, the airline announced the cancellation of all scheduled flights to and from Doha

Morocco monitors Middle East impacts on energy and global supply chains

Morocco is closely monitoring developments in the Middle East and their repercussions on global supply chains and key sectors, the Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development said in a statement. The situation, marked by attacks on the sovereignty and territorial integrity of several Arab states, has affected sectors including transport, civil and military infrastructure, digital networks, data centers, as well as banking and insurance systems, it said in a statement this

Growing bipartisan support in US Congress to label Polisario as terrorist organization

Support is growing in the U.S. Congress for a bill seeking to designate the Polisario as a terrorist organization. The bipartisan initiative, introduced by Republican Joe Wilson and Democrat Jimmy Panetta, has recently gained the backing of Republican Representative Don Bacon. Bacon’s endorsement, officially submitted on March 3, comes only days after another Republican lawmaker, Zachary Nunn, joined the effort on February 24. The renewed momentum follows the joint

Walid Regragui leaves Moroccan national team, Mohamed Ouahbi set to take over

National tean coach Walid Regragui has officially ended his tenure with the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), French newspaper L'Équipe reported this Wednesday. According to the report, Regragui submitted his resignation immediately after the conclusion of the Africa Cup of Nations, but the federation chose to delay any announcement until a successor had been identified. The same source indicated that the FRMF is expected to officially announce the termination of

Polisario gains support in Spain's autonomous parliaments

While the Polisario Front struggles to garner new international recognition for its «Sahrawi Republic», it is making significant inroads within Spain's autonomous parliaments. Under Brahim Ghali's leadership, the movement has successfully rallied several regional legislative bodies to its cause, advocating for «independence», «self-determination», and the «organization of a referendum» in the Sahara. On Tuesday, March 3, the Catalan Parliament

Morocco ready to face economic impact of Iran war says Finance Minister

Minister of Economy and Finance Nadia Fettah Alaoui addressed the potential economic fallout of the conflict involving Iran, stating that Morocco is prepared to withstand any resulting shocks. «We are ready for potential impacts on our economy», she said during an appearance on BFM Business. Iran: the financial impact on Morocco?"Morocco regrets this crisis."? Nadia Fettah Alaoui, Minister of Economy and Finance of Morocco pic.twitter.com/rGf7CJIAib — BFM Business

Heavy thunderstorms and snowfall expected in Morocco from Wednesday and Thursday

Morocco’s General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM) has forecast heavy thunderstorms, possible hail, snowfall above 1,400 meters, and strong wind gusts for today, Wednesday, and tomorrow, Thursday, across several regions of the Kingdom. In an orange-level weather alert, the directorate said thunderstorms bringing between 30 and 60 mm of rainfall are expected in the provinces of Safi, Sidi Bennour, and El Jadida. Rainfall ranging from 20 to 30 mm is also forecast in Fahs Anjra,

Morocco boosts German market push at ITB Berlin travel trade fair

During the 60th edition of the ITB Berlin travel trade show in Berlin, the Moroccan National Tourist Office (ONMT) launched a strategic offensive to accelerate growth in the German market, reaffirming Morocco’s status as a priority destination. Led by ONMT Director General Achraf Fayda and Hamid Bentahar, President of the National Tourism Confederation, the Moroccan delegation, supported by Ambassador Zohour Alaoui, showcased strong public-private alignment. Morocco deployed a 1,000

Morocco reportedly proposed to host the «Finalissima»

Morocco has offered to host the upcoming «Finalissima» match between European champions Spain and Copa America holders Argentina, originally scheduled for March 27 in Doha. However, according to Reuters, the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has not backed the proposal. The RFEF was reportedly reluctant to support Morocco’s bid amid behind-the-scenes tensions over the 2030 World Cup final, which both Spain and Morocco are seeking to host. The match is now in doubt after