Morocco is intensifying efforts to combat water scarcity by ramping up seawater desalination and dam construction projects, aiming to secure an annual desalination capacity of 1.7 billion cubic meters by 2030. These initiatives are part of the National Program for Drinking Water Supply and Irrigation 2020–2027, as announced by Nizar......

The Morocco-EU Joint Parliamentary Committee is set to convene its next meeting in Rabat at the end of October, following an agreement between Lahcen Haddad, representing Morocco’s parliament, and Ruggero Razza, representing the European Parliament. The announcement was made during a video conference held on July 8. A pivotal moment......

Morocco’s tourism sector has reached a remarkable milestone, welcoming 8.9 million visitors in the first half of 2025—a 19% increase compared to the same period in 2024. This surge represents an additional 1.4 million tourists, further cementing Morocco’s position as a leading global travel destination. According to a statement......

Morocco is leveraging declining global wheat prices to bolster its reserves and meet domestic demand for the next three to five months. The move comes as the country continues to grapple with the effects of a persistent six-year drought. Capitalizing on lower wheat prices Abdelkader El Alaoui, President of the National Federation of Mill......

Morocco has officially reopened its embassy in Damascus, resuming full diplomatic operations after a 13-year closure. The move signifies a renewed commitment to strengthening relations between the two nations following years of turmoil in Syria. The decision was first announced by His Majesty King Mohammed VI during the 34th Arab League Summit......

Algeria's state media has drawn criticism for allegedly forging a congratulatory letter from US President Donald Trump, falsely portraying warm bilateral ties between Washington and Algiers. This comes as tensions rise following the US decision to impose a 30% tariff on Algerian exports. The letter, which was widely circulated by Algerian......

Morocco is intensifying efforts to improve energy efficiency within its handicraft industry, aiming to reduce firewood and gas consumption. A new agreement, signed between the Secretary of State for Handicrafts and the Moroccan Agency for Energy Efficiency (AMEE), outlines a strategy to integrate energy-saving technologies, resource optimization,......

Morocco’s Chamber of Councilors has approved comprehensive reforms to the country’s health insurance system, advancing King Mohammed VI’s vision of universal social protection. The legislation, known as Bill 54.23, restructures the mandatory health insurance (AMO) system by consolidating all schemes under the National Social......

The General Directorate of Meteorology in Morocco has issued an orange-level weather alert, warning of strong thunderstorms expected to hit several regions of the country today. The storms, accompanied by heavy rain, strong winds, and possible hail, are forecast to bring rainfall ranging from 15 to 30 millimeters. Affected regions The provinces......

Morocco’s House of Councillors has approved a draft law aimed at reforming the country’s Criminal Procedure Code, marking a significant step in modernizing the nation’s legal framework. Draft Law No. 03.23 was passed with 24 votes in favor, four against, and two abstentions. A pivotal move in justice reform Justice Minister......

Morocco has achieved a groundbreaking milestone in its judicial system by reducing pre-trial detainees to less than 30% of the total prison population during specific periods. This achievement, described as historic by the country’s chief public prosecutor, reflects a significant improvement in the coordination of judicial bodies. Prosecutor......

Egyptian electric mobility company Blu EV, backed by billionaire Naguib Sawiris, has announced plans to invest $100 million in Morocco by the end of 2025. The company, which specializes in converting gasoline motorcycles into electric ones, aims to expand its presence in North Africa as part of its broader Middle East and North Africa (MENA)......

As nearly 40% of plant species face extinction, Moroccan researcher Marwa El Graoui at the University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P) is revolutionizing plant conservation through open-source tools. Her innovative framework addresses critical gaps in seed conservation, positioning Africa as a leader in safeguarding global plant genetic diversity. A......