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Germany deports rejected Moroccan asylum seeker

A Moroccan refugee, who had been living in Apolda, Germany, was deported back to Morocco on Thursday, German media reported on Friday. The man, who had committed multiple crimes, was flown from Frankfurt to Casablanca on Thursday evening, according to a spokesman for the German interior ministry. A few days prior to his deportation, the individual was held in a deportation center in Rhineland-Palatinate. He had arrived in Germany in 2014 and was required to leave the country since 2017, based

35 hospitalized after eating street food sandwich in Casablanca

At least 35 people suffered from food poisoning on Wednesday in Casablanca’s Sbata arrondissement after consuming «khobza Ajiba», a popular street food sandwich made with mashed potatoes. Local media reported that the victims were rushed to the Ben M’sik Regional Hospital after exhibiting symptoms of food poisoning. The father of two of the victims, who were admitted to the hospital after eating the same sandwich, told the Arabic-language newspaper Al3omk that the meal

Douar Shems'y : A safe haven for orphans of the Al Haouz Earthquake

In the Amizmiz commune, nestled in the heart of the High Atlas mountains, lies the remarkable village of «Douar Shems'y», a sanctuary designed to provide a new home for children orphaned by the earthquake that struck the Al Haouz region in September 2023. Situated about 60 kilometers southwest of Marrakech, this model village, aptly named «Shems'y» (Arabic for «my sun»), symbolizes the hope and warmth it brings to the lives of these children. Built in

Imane Berchane, first Moroccan woman named Obama Scholar

Imane Berchane, co-founder of Robots & More and LOOP For Science & Technology, has been selected to join the seventh cohort of Obama Scholars, which includes 30 emerging global leaders. As part of this Obama Foundation initiative, Berchane will spend the 2024-2025 academic year at either Columbia University in New York City or the University of Chicago. «Imane Berchane is a tech social entrepreneur and STEM advocate, and Techwomen alumna working to advance gender and social

Moroccan architect Aziza Chaouni wins award for earthquake-proof sustainable house design

On Wednesday evening, the Institut du Monde Arabe (IMA) announced the winners of its 2024 Design Award, including Moroccan architect Aziza Chaouni, who was recognized for a prototype of a «sustainable earthquake-proof house» developed by her design office. Chaouni's project, conceived in the aftermath of the Al Haouz earthquake, was awarded in the impact category for its demonstration of «the ability to produce and develop projects through social and economic

Mauritania holds meetings with Morocco and Algeria in Beijing

The Mauritanian Foreign Minister held separate meetings with his Moroccan and Algerian counterparts in Beijing on the sidelines of the China-Africa Cooperation Forum summit. «We reviewed the close bilateral relations between our two countries and discussed ways to strengthen and consolidate them for the benefit of our two brotherly peoples. We also addressed issues of common interest», Mohamed Salem Ould Merzoug wrote on X following his talks with Nasser Bourita. An hour after his

China-Africa Forum : Algeria prioritizes economic cooperation over Polisario support

On Thursday, September 5, Algeria's Foreign Minister, Ahmed Attaf, delivered his country’s statement at the China-Africa summit. Notably, Attaf did not reiterate Algeria's usual stance in Beijing, which typically includes calls «to end decolonization in Western Sahara» and «to organize a self-determination referendum» for the region. Instead, the foreign minister focused on economic matters, emphasizing Algeria's commitment to China's «Belt and Road»

Heavy storms expected in Morocco from Friday to Saturday

Very heavy thundershowers accompanied by hail and gusty winds are expected in several Moroccan provinces from Friday to Sunday, according to the Directorate General of Meteorology (DGM). A red alert has been issued for the provinces of Zagora, Tinghir, Errachidia, Ouarzazate, and Tata, forecasting very heavy thundershowers (70-120 mm) from Friday at 6 PM to Sunday at 11 PM. An orange alert (30-70 mm) is in place for the provinces of Assa-Zag, Taroudant, Midelt, Es-Semara, Figuig, Azilal,

Morocco coach aims to maintain competitiveness in Gabon, Lesotho matches

Walid Regragui, the coach of Morocco's national football team, held a press conference on Thursday, September 5, 2024, ahead of the team's upcoming matches against Gabon and Lesotho in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Walid Regragui, the coach of Morocco's national football team, said Thursday in a pre-match press conference that the games against Gabon and Lesotho would be challenging. «We want to maintain competitiveness and see the level of competing teams», he stated.

Moroccan-Dutch man arrested in Melilla denies fleeing treatment

A 36-year-old Moroccan-Dutch man, recently apprehended in the Spanish enclave of Melilla, has denied allegations of fleeing his mandatory psychiatric treatment in the Netherlands. According to the Dutch newspaper DE STENTOR, the man claims he was visiting family in Morocco while awaiting admission to a forensic institution. The individual, identified only as M.B., was convicted last year by a Limburg court for attempted manslaughter and deprivation of liberty. He received a two-year

Moroccan PM Aziz Akhannouch meets China's Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang

Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch met with Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang on Thursday during the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in Beijing. Akhannouch, representing King Mohammed VI, was accompanied by several key officials, including Nasser Bourita, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccans Abroad; Mohcine Jazouli, Minister Delegate for Investment and Public Policy Evaluation; Mohamed Methqal, Ambassador and Director General of the Moroccan Agency for

Zineb Seghrouchni on redefining Moroccan fashion in Dutch exhibition

Zineb Seghrouchni, founder of DAR Cultural Agency and co-curator of an exhibition on Moroccan fashion in Utrecht, highlights how Moroccan fashion is often misrepresented in the West. According to Seghrouchni, it is typically reduced to «bling bling» and decorative elements, overlooking the depth of craftsmanship and the blend of traditional and contemporary design. The exhibition, which can be seen from October 3rd in the Centraal Museum in Utrecht, aims to change these perceptions

Rachid Yazami honored for groundbreaking lithium battery invention at International Forum

Moroccan scientist and inventor Rachid Yazami was honored at the International Government Communication Forum, currently being held in Sharjah, in recognition of his groundbreaking scientific achievements, particularly his invention of the lithium battery. Speaking to MAP, Yazami expressed his pride, noting that this recognition is not only a personal achievement but also a source of pride for Morocco. «It acknowledges my invention of the lithium battery, which I accomplished at the age

France appoints a new Prime Minister close to Morocco

Following early parliamentary elections and nearly two months of waiting, the French President has appointed a new Prime Minister to succeed Gabriel Attal. After extensive negotiations with key political figures, Emmanuel Macron chose Michel Barnier, a member of the classical right. This is seen as positive news for Morocco. Barnier held several ministerial positions under the presidencies of François Mitterrand (during the second cohabitation with Prime Minister Édouard

Amine Adli hails Walid Regragui as a «big brother» to players

Amine Adli, the 24-year-old Moroccan forward, is in a unique position, benefiting from the guidance of two highly regarded coaches in the world of football. As reported by The National, Adli is thriving under both Xabi Alonso at Bayer Leverkusen and Walid Regragui with the Moroccan national team. On the international stage, Adli has found equal success under Regragui, who led Morocco to a historic World Cup semi-final appearance in Qatar in 2022. Regragui's achievements have been recognized

Moroccan drivers in Italy struggle with license conversion delays

Moroccans residing in Italy are still awaiting progress in converting their Moroccan driving licenses. The process has been delayed since 2019 due to Morocco's switch to biometric licenses, which are not covered by the 1991 bilateral agreement, Italian media reported. On July 18, 2023, Moroccan Houcine Fatih, president of the Atlas Association of Trento, made a public appeal to resolve the issue. However, despite a new agreement signed on March 27 between Moroccan Ambassador Youssef Balla and

Morocco secures first gold medal at Paris 2024 Paralympics with Mouncef Bouja's 400m victory

Moroccan athlete Mouncef Bouja won a gold medal on Thursday at the Paralympic Games currently taking place in Paris, after claiming victory in the 400-meter race in the T12 category. Bouja secured the win with a time of 48.62 seconds. The silver medal was awarded to American Noah Malone with a time of 49.35 seconds, while the bronze medal went to Tunisia's Rouay Jebabli, who finished with a time of 49.56 seconds. Bouja had qualified for the final round on Wednesday after finishing first in

Severe thunderstorms expected in Morocco this weekend

Very heavy thundery showers are expected in some Moroccan provinces on Saturday and Sunday, according to a statement by the Directorate General of Meteorology (DGM) on Wednesday. These showers, which could locally exceed 50 mm in 24 hours, are expected to affect the provinces of Azilal, Midelt, Tinghir, Errachidia, Zagora, Ouarzazate, Tata, and Taroudant, the DGM indicated in a pre-warning bulletin. This pre-warning will be followed by meteorological alert bulletins providing more details on