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Moroccan-Canadian star Nora Fatehi to perform at 2026 World Cup opening ceremony

Moroccan-Canadian artist Nora Fatehi has announced her participation in the official anthem for the 2026 FIFA World Cup 2026, which will be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. In a video shared on Instagram, she also revealed that she will take part in the opening ceremony in Toronto, marking a significant homecoming after twelve years away from her hometown. «I am so happy that I’m at a loss for words (…) I left Toronto 12 years ago. I went to India with the

Vox stages anti-immigration event in front of Moroccan consulate in Algeciras

The far-right Vox party has chosen the Moroccan consulate in Algeciras as the site of a new electoral event aimed at promoting its anti-immigration rhetoric and the concept of «national priority». On Wednesday, Manuel Gavira, the party’s candidate for the presidency of the Andalusian government, is expected to appear in front of the Moroccan consulate located on Paseo del Río de la Miel. The area is frequented daily by members of the Moroccan community and lies close

U.S. seeks to revoke Moroccan man’s citizenship over Al Qaeda support

The U.S. Department of Justice is seeking to revoke the U.S. citizenship of Khalid Ouazzani, a Moroccan-born naturalized American citizen, accusing him of concealing his support for Al Qaeda during his naturalization process. In a «Complaint to Revoke Naturalization» dated May 8, the Justice Department states that Ouazzani became a permanent resident of the United States in 2004, applied for U.S. citizenship in 2005, and became a naturalized citizen on June 16, 2006. During the

Morocco's official reserve assets reach 469.8 billion dirhams, up 23.4% by end of April

By the close of the first four months of 2026, Morocco's official reserve assets (ORA) have surged to 469.8 billion dirhams, representing a 23.4% increase compared to the same timeframe last year. This was announced by Fouzi Lekjaa, the Deputy Minister in charge of the Budget, during a session at the House of Councilors on Tuesday. This level of reserves is sufficient to cover 5 months and 24 days of imports. The minister pointed out that since March, the global economy has been navigating

Morocco advances bid to become first African member of TV5MONDE governance

Morocco has taken a new step toward joining the governance of TV5MONDE, becoming the first African country to formally enter an accession process to the Francophone audiovisual network, reads a statement on Wednesday. In a letter addressed on April 21, 2026 to the Swiss government, which currently holds the rotating presidency of TV5MONDE’s funding governments, Moroccan Minister of Youth, Culture and Communication Mohammed Mehdi Bensaid officially confirmed Morocco’s interest in

Qatar's support for Morocco over Smara attack angers Polisario

In the wake of the May 5 attacks on Smara, Qatar’s response has sparked anger within the Polisario Front. The movement’s representative in Australia claimed that the statement issued by Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs contained «a fundamental error, both factually and legally, which cannot be ignored». He insisted that Smara is «a city located in the heart of the occupied Western Sahara». On May 9, Qatar’s diplomatic corps «reaffirmed

Smara attack: Polisario allies criticize Spain’s condemnation

Last week, the Spanish government denounced the launch of projectiles on May 5 by elements of the Polisario Front targeting civilian areas in Smara. However, this position is not echoed by the Front's allies in the Spanish Parliament's lower house. Members of the United Left (IU), part of the far-left coalition Sumar, called on May 12 for the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs to provide «clarifications» regarding «the number of times it has condemned attacks by Morocco

The Rif separatist party steps up activities in Spain

The Rif Nationalist Party (PNR) is stepping up its mobilization efforts within the Rif diaspora in Spain. On Sunday, the separatist movement inaugurated a new branch in Girona. The same day, it organized a conference in Madrid under the theme: «Where Spain and the Rif Meet to Build Dialogue, Justice, and a Future». Among the participants was Diego Camacho, a former infantry colonel and specialist in special operations. Frequently invited to conferences organized by the far-right

Spanish court rules dismissal of worker for calls to Morocco unlawful

The High Court of Justice of Murcia, Spain, has ruled the dismissal of an agricultural worker unlawful after he was fired for allegedly making personal calls to Morocco worth more than €550 using a company phone and for reportedly threatening the company’s human resources manager. The court has mandated that the company either reinstate the worker or compensate him with 7,283.23 euros. The decision was based on the finding that the dismissal letter contained «general

WHO warns of potential hantavirus cases after MV Hondius evacuation

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, head of the World Health Organization (WHO), warned Tuesday that the work of health authorities «is not over» following the evacuation of more than 120 passengers and crew members from the cruise ship MV Hondius, affected by a hantavirus outbreak. Speaking during a joint press conference in Madrid alongside Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, Tedros said «additional cases could emerge in the coming weeks» because of the virus’s

Morocco hosts U-17 AFCON Again as Atlas Cubs eye back-to-back titles

For the second consecutive year, Morocco is hosting the U-17 Africa Cup of Nations, a tournament that has become a key platform for showcasing Africa’s emerging football talent. From May 13 to June 2, sixteen teams from across the continent will compete for the continental title and a place at the upcoming U-17 World Cup in Qatar. As defending champions, Morocco enters the tournament among the favorites, looking to confirm the continued progress of its youth football development

Moroccan, U.S. researchers gather in Casablanca for 2026 Fulbright Symposium

The Moroccan-American Commission for Educational and Cultural Exchange (MACECE) opened its 2026 Fulbright Research Symposium on Monday in Casablanca under the theme «Knowledge Without Borders: Innovation and the Future of Higher Education». The two-day event brings together American Fulbright researchers currently conducting projects in Morocco alongside Moroccan alumni who recently completed research grants in the United States, according to a press release by MACECE. The

Nacim Haddad brings Moroccan heritage to legendary Paris venue in Ayta World Tour

Singer Nacim Haddad is set to take the stage on May 14, 2026, at the Dôme de Paris - Palais des Sports, as part of the second season of the «Ayta World Tour». After captivating audiences in Safi (Morocco), the Corum in Montpellier (France), and delivering a sold-out show at the Cirque Royal in Brussels (Belgium), this Parisian stop will bring the rich tradition of Moroccan music to a «legendary venue known for hosting the world's biggest stars». According to

Saad Lamjarred appears before French criminal court in rape case

Moroccan artist Saad Lamjarred appeared Monday before the Criminal Court in Draguignan, southern France, in connection with a rape case dating back to 2018 near Saint-Tropez. The hearings are expected to continue until next Friday, with Lamjarred appearing while free under judicial supervision. The court decided to hold the proceedings behind closed doors at the request of the complainant, who sought to protect her privacy. The trial had initially been scheduled for December 2025 before being

Aziz Akhannouch represents King Mohammed VI at the Africa Forward Summit

The Africa Forward Summit opened Tuesday in Nairobi, with Morocco’s Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch representing King Mohammed VI at the event held under the theme. The Moroccan delegation includes Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development Leila Benali, Minister of Health and Social Protection Amine Tehraoui, and Minister Delegate in charge of Investment, Convergence, and the Evaluation of Public Policies Karim Zidane. Also attending are Mohamed Methqal, ambassador

Achraf Hakimi returns to training ahead of the PSG-Lens clash

Paris Saint-Germain right-back Achraf Hakimi, who suffered a thigh injury during the first leg of the Champions League semi-final against Bayern Munich, trained individually ahead of PSG’s rescheduled Ligue 1 Matchday 29 clash against RC Lens, the club announced. «Achraf Hakimi is working individually on the pitch, while Willian Pacho, Nuno Mendes, and Warren Zaïre-Emery continue their treatment protocols», PSG said in a statement. The Parisian club remains hopeful that

Excluded from France-Africa Summit, Polisario leader turns to Uganda

Brahim Ghali arrived in Kampala on Monday evening to attend the inauguration ceremony of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, scheduled for Tuesday, May 12. At 81 years old and in power since 1986, Museveni is beginning his seventh term after winning the January presidential elections. Uganda remains among the African countries that recognize the self-proclaimed «Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic» (SADR). The visit offers Brahim Ghali an opportunity to shift attention away from his

Moroccan man dies after being hit by train in Italy

A 28-year-old Moroccan man died Sunday night after being struck by a regional train while crossing railway tracks near the station of Fossalta di Piave, near Venice, according to Italian media reports. The victim was hit around 11 p.m. by a train traveling from Venice to Trieste after reportedly attempting to cross the tracks on foot. Despite the driver applying emergency brakes as soon as the man became visible, the train struck him head-on, leaving him no chance of survival. The incident