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Google Gemini becomes official technology sponsor of Morocco’s national football team

Google Gemini has become the official technology sponsor of Morocco’s national football team as part of a new partnership aimed at enhancing fan engagement through artificial intelligence, Google announced on Tuesday. The collaboration will use Gemini’s AI tools to create immersive experiences for supporters and strengthen connections between the Moroccan national team and their global fanbase. Over the next three months, the partnership will introduce several fan-focused

Macron calls Morocco’s education system an «extraordinary model» for Africa

Speaking in Nairobi on Monday, French President Emmanuel Macron described the achievements of Morocco’s education system under the leadership of King Mohammed VI as «an extraordinary model» for Africa. «What Morocco has achieved under the leadership of His Majesty the King is an incredible revolution», Macron said during the closing ceremony of the Africa Forward «Inspire & Connect» business forum, held ahead of the Africa Forward Summit. The

Digital transformation in 2026 baccalaureate exams to enhance monitoring and reduce errors

The 2026 baccalaureate exams will see the implementation of a cutting-edge digital system designed to improve oversight and minimize management errors, announced Mohamed Saad Berrada, the Minister of National Education, Preschool, and Sports, on Monday at the House of Representatives. In response to questions about the organizational preparations for the baccalaureate exams, the minister highlighted that this initiative comes as a response to the large number of candidates, estimated at

After the Polisario attack on Smara, Mauritania orders evacuation of gold miners from the Sahara

The Mauritanian army has instructed gold prospectors to vacate the area east of the Sand Wall, constructed by the Royal Armed Forces (FAR), according to a media outlet based in Nouakchott. The military has also cautioned the prospectors against crossing the border. This directive was accompanied by the confiscation of «quantities of gold-bearing rocks hidden in the Azkoula region, northwest of the Tiris-Zemmour province», as reported by the same source. The move comes shortly

Morocco and Nigeria to sign Africa-Atlantic gas pipeline agreement in 2026

King Mohammed VI and Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu are slated to sign an agreement in the final quarter of 2026, officially launching the Africa-Atlantic gas pipeline project. This announcement came from Nigerian Foreign Minister Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu in a statement following her phone conversation on Friday, May 8, with her Moroccan counterpart, Nasser Bourita. She noted that the agreement is a result of completing preliminary technical studies by the relevant

Polisario marks 53rd anniversary with unusual discretion

The Polisario marked its 53rd anniversary on Sunday, May 10, in an unusually subdued manner. Unlike previous years, no major celebrations or military parades were organized for the occasion, and no prominent foreign delegations were officially invited. Aside from a handful of articles published by media outlets affiliated with the Front and some Algerian media coverage, the anniversary passed largely unnoticed. Even more strikingly, Polisario Secretary-General Brahim Ghali neither issued an

Morocco, U.S. discuss trade and customs issues at 9th FTA meeting in Rabat

The 9th session of the Joint Committee overseeing the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between Morocco and the United States was held Monday in Rabat to discuss ways to strengthen strategic ties and boost trade exchanges between the two countries. The meeting brought together representatives from the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) alongside senior institutional officials. Speaking after the session, Moroccan Minister of Industry and Trade Ryad Mezzour said the consultations

Bob Maghrib announces reggae-Moroccan mini-tour in Rabat, Casablanca and Essaouira

The Moroccan musical project Bob Maghrib has announced a mini-tour across Rabat, Casablanca, and Essaouira. Bringing together several prominent musicians from Morocco’s contemporary music scene, Bob Maghrib blends Jamaican reggae with Moroccan musical heritage and African rhythms. According to organizers, the project goes beyond a tribute to Bob Marley by creating a dialogue between reggae and Maghrebi traditions through the use of traditional Moroccan instruments. The group revisits

Gospel, jazz and African rhythms to meet at Gnaoua Festival’s 27th edition

The 27th edition of the Gnaoua and World Music Festival will once again spotlight musical creation and cross-cultural dialogue, according to organizers, who unveiled the first details of this year’s collaborations ahead of the event scheduled from June 25 to 27 in Essaouira. For nearly three decades, the festival has brought together Gnaoua maâlems and artists from around the world through fusion concerts and artistic residencies built around experimentation and collective

Melilla denies rumors of border closure with Morocco over Hantavirus

Amid swirling rumors about the closure of the Beni Ansar border crossing between Melilla and Morocco due to the Hantavirus, the Spanish government delegation in Melilla has firmly denied these claims. In an official statement, the delegation pointed out that certain sources, masquerading as local media, are disseminating false information alleging the border's closure due to a Hantavirus case. The Spanish authorities have declared these reports as «completely false» and have urged

International forum on AI and digital transition in Africa launches in Rabat

The inaugural edition of the International Forum focusing on AI, digital transition, energy, and connectivity in Africa launched on Monday in Rabat. This significant event is organized by the African Training and Research Centre in Administration for Development (CAFRAD), under the theme «Artificial Intelligence, Digital Transition, Energy, and Connectivity in Africa: Perspectives for International Cooperation». The forum gathers an impressive array of participants, including

Achraf Hakimi's recovery on track for PSG's Champions League final against Arsenal

Paris Saint-Germain right-back Achraf Hakimi, who picked up a thigh injury during the Champions League semi-final against Bayern Munich, is «continuing his treatment protocol» ahead of the final against Arsenal, the Ligue 1 club announced on Saturday. According to RMC Sport, citing a club source, PSG’s medical staff is aiming to have the Moroccan international fit for the European final scheduled for May 30. The club also hopes to have the entire squad available for the

The gates of Moroccan history exhibition to showcase dynasties and heritage in Montpellier

The traveling exhibition «The Gates of Moroccan History: Dynasties, Sovereigns, and Personalities» is set to captivate audiences in Montpellier from June 1 to 15, 2026, offering «a cultural and historical immersion through the ages», spanning from the Idrisids to King Mohammed VI. Hosted by the Coeur de Lionne association at Montpellier's City Hall, in collaboration with the Moroccan consulate, this event aims to «strengthen cultural ties» and «promote

U.S. Ambassador thanks Morocco for efforts in search for missing American soldiers

U.S. Ambassador to Morocco Duke Buchan III thanked Moroccan authorities for their «swift response, professionalism, and unwavering commitment» in the search and rescue operations following the disappearance of two American soldiers during the African Lion military exercise. Buchan said in a statement shared on social media on Sunday that Morocco’s handling of the operation reflects «the strength of our partnership and shared humanity». I extend my deepest

Democratic Left Federation and Unified Socialist Party form alliance for September elections

The Democratic Left Federation Party and the Unified Socialist Party have announced a strategic alliance ahead of the legislative elections slated for September 23. During an extraordinary session yesterday, the national councils of both parties gave the green light to participate in the upcoming elections with unified lists. According to Organic Law No. 29.11 on political parties, Article 1.55 permits «two or more political parties to form an alliance for elections involving communal

Three Moroccan workers die after minivan plunges into canal in Italy, Ministry covers repatriation

Three Moroccan farm workers died after a minivan plunged into a canal near Chioggia, south of Venice, on Saturday morning. The victims, Abdelghani Gari, El Arbi Saifi, and Yassin Mazi, were among nine passengers traveling to agricultural fields to harvest radicchio when the vehicle crashed into the canal under circumstances that remain under investigation. All three men were originally from the Khouribga region in Morocco. The repatriation of the bodies of the three Moroccan workers,

2.9-magnitude earthquake hits northern Morocco near Fnidek

A light earthquake struck northern Morocco near Fnidek on Sunday evening, according to Spain’s National Geographic Institute (IGN). The quake, initially measured at magnitude 2.9, occurred at 6:10 p.m. at a shallow depth of 5 kilometers. The epicenter was located near Fnidek in the Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region, close to the border with Ceuta. The Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) later reported the earthquake at magnitude 2.5, while the citizen-seismograph network

Morocco and China strengthen ties through cultural festival and economic partnership

On Sunday in Beijing, Morocco's ambassador to China, Abdelkader El Ansari, underscored the kingdom's strategic advantages and the potential for a robust bilateral economic partnership during a meeting held as part of the Moroccan-Chinese Festival of Culture and Sports. El Ansari highlighted that China stands as Morocco's third-largest trading partner worldwide, with trade exceeding $10 billion, and is its foremost economic partner in the Asia-Oceania region. The historical ties between