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Explosion in Tangier home kills two women and injures six

Two women were killed on Tuesday evening when a mini gas cylinder exploded in a house in the Beni Mekada neighborhood of Tangier, local authorities reported. The explosion triggered a fire in the four-story, single-family home, resulting in burns of varying severity for six other individuals. Upon notification, local authorities, security services, and civil protection teams promptly arrived at the scene. The injured were transported to Mohammed V Hospital in Tangier for treatment, while

Morocco receives Palestinian Minister after Gaza aid delivery

Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita received a Palestinian delegation in Rabat on Tuesday, June 25, led by Ashraf Al Aawar, Palestinian Minister Responsible for the Al-Quds Dossier. Speaking to Al Aoula news channel, Al Aawar thanked King Mohammed VI for sending 40 tons of humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza. He also praised the kingdom's ongoing financial support to the Rabat-based Bayt Mal Al-Quds Acharif Agency, calling on Arab and Islamic states to follow Morocco's example. The delegation

Sahrawi tribe torches Polisario vehicles in Tindouf for justice

In the Tindouf camps, the Oulad Tidranine tribe seeks justice for one of its members, a trader who fell victim to the theft of a shipment of cell phones purchased in Mauritania, with an estimated value exceeding 8 million Algerian dinars (around 590,000 DH). The Polisario is accused of orchestrating the operation. A former Polisario member who had returned to the kingdom told Yabiladi that drug trafficking, smuggling, and the embezzlement of fuel or humanitarian aid are often managed by

Morocco is betting on green energy for water desalination, Minister says

On Tuesday, the Minister of Equipment and Water, Nizar Baraka, presented the House of Councillors with data on Morocco's desalinated seawater production. «Morocco currently produces 193 million cubic meters (m³) of desalinated water, with 80 million m³ allocated for domestic consumption and the remainder serving agricultural and industrial needs», explained Baraka in response to four questions on the topic. The Minister highlighted Morocco's extensive experience in

Morocco : With 6 million tourists by the end of May 2024, the ONMT reports positive results

Despite a year marked by the Al Haouz earthquake, Morocco outperformed its competitors with increases in arrivals (34%), overnight stays (35%), and revenues (12%). Meeting in Rabat on Tuesday, June 25, the Board of Directors of the Moroccan National Tourist Office (ONMT) reviewed the unprecedented performance in 2023, as part of the Light in Action offensive action plan. «These achievements confirm the sector's dynamism, the fruit of the efforts made by the ONMT, particularly in the areas

Inflation expected to reach 1.5% in 2024 in Morocco

Domestic inflation in Morocco is expected to reach 1.5% by the end of the current year, before rising to 2.7% in 2025, according to Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM). These forecasts consider the recent return of inflation to low rates and the resumption of the decompensation process, says the central bank in a statement issued following its second quarterly board meeting of 2024, held on Tuesday in Rabat. The underlying inflation component, reflecting the fundamental trend in prices, averaged 2.1% over

Spain boosts Morocco's border security with EU-funded euipment

Amnesty urges Morocco to uncover fate of migrants missing two years after deadly Melilla border incident Spain has purchased equipment and technology for the Moroccan security forces to help combat irregular migration and drug trafficking. The purchase includes 98 portable thermal cameras for surveillance, 25 night vision devices, and various maritime communications equipment. In all, 188 systems will reinforce control of land and sea borders with Spain, reports La Razon. The aid was financed

Morocco’s Foreign Minister questioned by PJD on Israeli warship docking in Tangier

The Justice and Development Party (PJD) has raised concerns over the recent docking of an Israeli warship at the port of Tangier. Abdellah Bouanou, the president of the PJD's parliamentary group, has formally questioned Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita on this matter. Bouanou argued that the docking of an Israeli vessel «undermines Morocco's stance on the Palestinian issue, particularly in light of the ongoing aggression against Palestine and Gaza. It also compromises Morocco's efforts,

Morocco's central bank lowers key interest rate to 2.75%

The Board of Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM) convened in Rabat on Tuesday and decided to reduce the key interest rate by 25 basis points (bps) to 2.75%. In a statement following its second quarterly meeting of 2024, the central bank announced, «After keeping the key rate unchanged for four consecutive meetings, it has been reduced by 25 basis points to 2.75%». The statement further indicates that the Board will continue closely monitoring economic and inflationary developments, both

Calling all musicians! L'Boulevard Festival announces dates and applications open

Mark your calendars! The 22nd edition of the L'Boulevard festival will be held from September 12 to 15, 2024, at the R.U.C stadium in Casablanca. Organized by the EAC-L'Boulvart association, this exciting event celebrates contemporary music and urban culture. This year's edition promises exclusive concerts, an associative and creative market, and a variety of engaging activities. One of the festival's highlights is the Tremplin L'Boulevard music competition. Launched in 1999, Tremplin

194 jobs created with opening of Ibn Nafis oncology hospital in Marrakech

On Monday, June 24th, 2024, the AKDITAL Group officially unveiled the Ibn Nafis International Hospital in Marrakech. The inauguration ceremony was graced by the presence of Farid Chourak, Wali of the Marrakech-Safi region, alongside AKDITAL executives including Dr. Rochdi Talib, Chairman and CEO. This state-of-the-art facility caters specifically to oncology patients, offering a comprehensive range of advanced treatments like chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and immunotherapy. With a 100-bed

Morocco closes investigation into Melilla border crossing deaths

The Moroccan judiciary has closed the investigation into the tragedy at the border fence with Melilla that occurred on June 24, 2022, due to lack of criminal evidence. Citing sources in the public prosecutor's office, the Spanish news agency EFE reports that the investigation concluded that Moroccan forces used «proportionate force», aligning with the Spanish court ruling that held Madrid partially responsible for the deaths. On that day, 23 migrants died after more than 1,700

Palestinian delegation visits Morocco's Mohammed V University to discuss education reform

A Palestinian academic delegation visited Rabat's Mohammed V University on Monday to discuss prospects for cooperation in managing the gradual return to formal education in Palestine. Palestinian Minister of Al Quds Affairs, Ashraf Al Aawar, delivered a speech, highlighting the importance of the visit for informing Morocco about the current state and challenges faced by Palestinian universities. President of Al Quds University, Imad Abu Kishk, emphasized the crucial role of academic

World Bank approves $600 million to boost public sector performance in Morocco

The World Bank approved $600 million (5.96 billion dirhams) to fund two programs in Morocco focused on strengthening public sector performance, inclusivity, and public service quality. A press release issued in Washington on Monday detailed the programs. The first, a $350 million project, supports the implementation of public enterprise and establishment (PEE) reform. It aims to improve governance, restructuring, competitive neutrality, and performance monitoring of these entities. Additional

British rapper Central Cee goes Moroccan for Mawazine gig announcement

British rapper Central Cee took to TikTok on Sunday, sporting a Moroccan jabadour to announce his upcoming Mawazine festival appearance on Thursday, June 27th, 2024 at the OLM Souissi stage in Rabat. The jabadour is seen as a message to his Moroccan fans. Many internet users noted the traditional garment in the comments section. This isn't Central Cee's first online stunt referencing Morocco. In June 2022, he was filmed wearing a jabadour in Marrakech just hours before a performance and has

Morocco sends humanitarian medical supplies to Gaza

King Mohammed VI, Chairman of the Al-Quds Committee, has directed the launch of a humanitarian operation to deliver medical aid to the Palestinian population in Gaza. The aid, ordered by the King, comprises 40 tons of medical supplies, including equipment for treating burns, conducting emergency surgeries, orthopedics, and fractures, as well as essential medications, according to a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Expatriates. These medical

Nigeria : RAM inaugurates its first flight from Abuja to Casablanca

The inaugural flight on the Abuja-Casablanca route, operated by Royal Air Maroc (RAM) took off on Sunday from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. The inauguration was marked by the traditional «water salute» ceremony, attended by Morocco's ambassador to Nigeria, Moha Ou Ali Tagma, RAM's regional representative in Nigeria, Ahmed Anouar Boussouf, the Director of Operations at Abuja International Airport, Oyenekan Oloyede, and several other personalities. This new direct route,

Chariot and Vivo Energy partner to market Loukos gas in Morocco

Africa-focused transitional energy group, Chariot Limited, has signed an agreement with Vivo Energy regarding the potential future marketing of natural gas from its Loukos Onshore license in Morocco. In a press release sent Monday to Yabiladi, Chariot (which holds 75% of Loukos, with Morocco's ONHYM holding the remaining 25%) stated that this agreement defines the next steps for implementing a gas-to-industry business. This will involve supplying domestic gas and establishing a midstream