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Human remains found at Benahmed mosque, investigation launched

Authorities in Benahmed, Settat province, with support from the judicial police in Settat, have launched an investigation under the supervision of the relevant public prosecutor's office following the discovery of human remains in the restrooms of the city's grand mosque on Sunday. According to a statement from the General Directorate of National Security, bones and human limbs were found in plastic bags, and several bladed weapons were seized at the scene. The

Moroccan surfer Ramzi Boukhiam's Rip Curl Pro ends in agony with knee injury

Moroccan surfer Ramzi Boukhiam’s run at the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach, Australia, came to a painful end after he sustained a serious knee injury while exiting the water following his heat. Boukhiam, who placed last in Heat 6, was walking across rocks back to shore when a wave struck him from behind, causing his left knee to twist. A video captured him crying out in pain, clutching his leg, and being helped from the water by fellow surfers. The 31-year-old was later taken off the beach in

Moroccan team wins Peer Award at FIRST World Championship in Houston

Mindcraft Senior from Tangier has won the prestigious Peer Award at the FIRST World Championship. This recognition, granted through votes from competing teams, acknowledges the Moroccan team's positive attitude and commitment to FIRST's core values of «Gracious Professionalism». According to LOOP For Science & Technology, three other Moroccan teams participated: 3ndi Blasti in the FIRST LEGO League Challenge, and Novatard and Robot 11 Janvier in the FIRST Tech Challenge. The

Moroccan real estate tycoon Anas Sefrioui denies interest in English football club

Moroccan real estate businessman Anas Sefrioui has formally denied rumors suggesting his potential acquisition of an English football club. On Monday, the Addoha Group CEO stated that he is «not engaged in any discussion, negotiation, or investment intention», either directly or indirectly, in Sheffield Wednesday Football Club or any other football club. Sefrioui expressed regret over the spread of such claims, adding that the rumors «lack factual support». Founded in

Morocco to launch tender for LNG terminal in Nador

Morocco is preparing to launch a call for expressions of interest in the coming days for the development of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal near the eastern Mediterranean city of Nador, Energy Minister Leila Benali announced on Monday. «This week, we will be launching a call for the expression of interest to develop the first phase of the natural gas terminal in Nador», Benali told MPs during a parliamentary session. The infrastructure will be set up at the Nador West Med

Polisario Front seeks Spanish coalition rift over Western Sahara support

The Polisario Front is hoping that the backlash sparked by Spain’s renewed support—expressed on Thursday, April 17—of Morocco’s autonomy plan for Western Sahara will lead to the collapse of the left-wing coalition government that has been in place since November 16, 2023. Abdellah Arabi, the Polisario’s representative in Spain, voiced hope that the strong opposition from key figures within the far-left Sumar alliance could push the bloc to withdraw from Prime

Polisario militias block MINURSO convoy

Just as in March 2023, armed Polisario militias have once again blocked a MINURSO logistical convoy. «The incident occurred on Monday, April 21, east of the Sand Wall, in the Agounite area near the Mauritanian border, about 900 kilometers from the Tindouf camps. Polisario’s armed elements entered the area through Mauritanian territory», a Moroccan source familiar with the matter told Yabiladi. This obstruction comes just a week after the April 14 briefing delivered to the UN

Morocco and Île-de-France seal cultural partnership for African art museum

A declaration of intent for a partnership between Morocco's Fondation Nationale des Musées (FNM) and the Île-de-France Region was signed on Monday at the Mohammed VI Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Rabat. Signed by FNM President Mehdi Qotbi and Île-de-France Regional Council President Valérie Pécresse, the agreement outlines plans for the major inaugural Mediterranean exhibition, which will coincide with the opening of the Cité de la Culture

Moroccan singer Mohcine Jamal passes away at 77 after health battle

The Moroccan artist Mohcine Benchekroun, known as Mohcine Jamal, passed away on the morning of Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 77 in a private clinic in Tangier, following a long battle with illness. The late artist had been suffering from chronic conditions that required multiple surgeries, including one that resulted in the amputation of one of his legs. Recently, his health had significantly deteriorated. His daughter, Najoua, confirmed in a statement to SNRTnews that his death was

Death of Pope Francis : King Mohammed VI pays tribute to «an eminent religious figure»

King Mohammed VI has sent a message of condolences to Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, the Dean of the College of Cardinals, following the passing of Pope Francis. «It was with great sorrow that I learned of the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis – may Almighty God accept him into His vast Paradise», reads the letter of condolences from King Mohammed VI. «I extend my sincere condolences and deepest sympathy to you, to Christians around the world, and especially to

Noor Ouarzazate III solar plant resumes operations after successful repairs

After a technical shutdown in February 2024, the Noor Ouarzazate III solar power plant is back in operation. Commissioned in 2018, the facility uses concentrated solar power (CSP) technology, employing heliostat mirrors to direct sunlight toward a central tower. Thanks to thermal storage using molten salts heated up to 565°C, the plant can continue generating electricity even after sunset. The shutdown was caused by a leak in the hot molten salt tank—one of the system’s key

Morocco's PJD to host Hamas delegation at upcoming congress

The Justice and Development Party (PJD) is set to hold its 9th congress on April 26 and 27. According to the Islamist party’s website, members of the Palestinian Hamas movement will be present during the opening session. Their presence has been fully endorsed by the PJD's Secretary-General. «It is a great honor for us», declared Abdelilah Benkirane during a meeting of the PJD’s General Secretariat held on Saturday. «Those who called for Hamas not to be invited to

Maroc Telecom doubles fiber speeds for free ahead of new pricing in 2025

Maroc Telecom takes a significant step forward in making ultra-high-speed internet more accessible. Subscribers received a text message announcing that, starting April 20, 2025, the speeds for fiber optic (FTTH) plans will be upgraded to the next tier, at no additional cost. This initiative comes amid a market transformation, marked by the opening of fiber infrastructure for nationwide sharing. The upgrade effectively doubles the speeds, with the 100 Mb/s plan increasing to 200 Mb/s and the

Turkey arrests Moroccan accused of raping over 100 children in Spain

Turkish police have arrested a Moroccan national who is internationally wanted on serious charges related to the rape of more than 103 children in Spain and for his involvement in the largest child pornography network ever dismantled in the country. According to Spanish media, the suspect was apprehended in a hotel in the Turkish city of Bodrum, based on an international arrest warrant issued by the Spanish police in coordination with Interpol. Despite attempting to disguise himself and

Moroccan-Dutch coaches seek UEFA PRO diploma via Morocco

Moroccan former professional footballer and current Sparta assistant coach Nourdin Boukhari is working to obtain the UEFA PRO diploma through Morocco, after being deemed ineligible for the course in the Netherlands for now. «Yes, I'm trying», Boukhari said on ESPN’s Goedemorgen Eredivisie. «I've indicated to the KNVB that I want to do UEFA PRO to get my highest coaching credentials. But to qualify for that, I first have to train a team independently for one year. Only

Tragedy in Casablanca : Two infants die in unlicensed daycare, sparking investigation

The Hay Hassani district in Casablanca was shaken by a tragic incident following the death of two infants at an unlicensed daycare run by a woman in her fifties. The details of the incident emerged when emergency services at the local hospital received two infants, aged 8 months and 2 years, in critical condition on Saturday night and Sunday morning. Unfortunately, both children succumbed to their conditions due to medical complications. Initial investigations revealed that the children had

Nigeria's Kano state eyes $10 billion investment from Morocco in energy and mining sectors

Kano State, one of the 36 states of Nigeria, is looking to attract over $10 billion in investments from Morocco over the next five years, targeting renewable energy, agriculture, and solid minerals development. This ambitious announcement was made following a high-level trade and investment mission to Morocco led by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. In a statement issued Sunday, April 20, the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin-Tofa, confirmed that several Memoranda of

Algeria adopts draft law on general mobilization amid regional tensions

On Sunday, April 20, Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune chaired a cabinet meeting marked by the adoption of a draft law on general mobilization. According to a government statement, the legislation aims to «define the provisions related to the organization, preparation, and implementation of general mobilization, as stipulated in Article 99 of the Constitution». This article states that «after consulting the High Security Council, the President of the Council of the