The recent decisions made by the Trump administration to drastically reduce funding for foreign aid through USAID are poised to have significant implications for humanitarian and economic development in Morocco. With the administration cutting over 90% of its foreign aid contracts and grants, various programs that have been vital to socio-economic......

As GITEX Africa 2025 approaches, it promises to spotlight critical themes aimed at reinforcing the continent's position in technological innovation, with a particular emphasis on cybersecurity. This year, the highly anticipated Cybersecurity Forum will convene leading experts from around the globe to delve into pressing digital security......

Morocco has witnessed significant public discourse surrounding exorbitant fish prices, particularly in its coastal cities. The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries reports remarkable outcomes from the seventh edition of the "Affordable Fish" initiative, launched on February 22, which has successfully provided citizens access to......

A recent report from the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has highlighted Morocco as an outstanding destination for investors in the tourism sector. The findings, released by the Madrid-based agency, showcase the country’s unique tourism assets that not only attract global visitors but also potential investors. According......

French Minister of Justice Gérald Darmanin is set to visit Rabat for a 24-hour official trip, reinforcing the ongoing dialogue between France and Morocco on judicial and security matters. His discussions with his Moroccan counterpart, Abdellatif Ouahbi, will focus on mechanisms of legal assistance and extradition, particularly as several......

In recent times, an intriguing phenomenon has emerged: individuals who were once politically disengaged and anonymous suddenly transform into passionate "opponents" upon acquiring a foreign passport or stepping foot in a country of asylum. These are people who had never participated in political activism or voiced their opinions......

The rate of preventive detention in Morocco has dropped to 37.56% of the total prison population for the year 2023, according to a report from the Public Ministry. This reduction is attributed to exceptional efforts in rationalizing, controlling, and monitoring preventive detention measures within penal institutions. This decline results......

In a significant diplomatic move, President Donald Trump has officially appointed Duke Buchan III as the new U.S. ambassador to Morocco. Announced on Friday evening, Trump's statement emphasized Buchan's pivotal role in enhancing the peace, freedom, and prosperity shared between the two nations. "I am pleased to announce that......

A recent medical achievement at the Arrazi Hospital, part of the CHU Mohammed VI in Marrakech, has captured attention as a multidisciplinary team successfully reattached an entirely amputated hand. This remarkable surgery was performed on a 52-year-old patient who lost his right hand at the wrist due to an accident involving an electric saw. The......

In a significant reaffirmation of solidarity, Jassim Al Budaiwi, the Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), has reiterated the council's steadfast support for Morocco's territorial integrity and its sovereignty over the southern provinces of Sahara. Al Budaiwi delivered these remarks during a joint ministerial meeting......

Samsung Electronics has launched a regional campaign titled "AI takes care of everything, we take care of those we love" to celebrate the harmony between tradition and cutting-edge innovation during Ramadan. According to a press release, the campaign highlights how Samsung's AI-powered ecosystem seamlessly integrates into daily......

The rising price of olive oil in Morocco has reached a staggering 110 dirhams per liter, yet authorities persist in an export policy that seemingly disregards the challenges faced by local consumers. Recent data from the European Commission reveals a remarkable increase in Moroccan olive oil exports to the European Union, with figures rising......

Spain has identified Morocco as a key beneficiary in its newly announced €85 million aid program for 2025. This decision follows an earlier allocation of €30 million to Morocco’s interior ministry through 2023. The Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID) disclosed that the funding will focus on critical......