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Morocco’s dams exceed 9 billion cubic meters, while Oum Er-Rbia remains under pressure

Morocco’s recent rainfall has significantly improved the country’s overall water situation, with total reservoir storage now exceeding 9 billion cubic meters, representing an average filling rate of 54%, according to the Ministry of Equipment and Water. Despite this positive trend, the distribution......

Severe weather causes brief power outage in Rabat

Rabat experienced a brief power outage early Saturday morning after severe weather conditions disrupted the city’s electricity supply. Heavy rainfall led to a temporary blackout that affected several neighborhoods, including key transport hubs. The outage occurred around 7:30 a.m., plunging major......

School Holidays: Moroccan motorways prepare for heavy traffic nationwide

As school holidays coincide with a weekend, the National Motorway Company of Morocco (ADM) has issued a warning to motorists, anticipating heavy traffic across the entire national motorway network. In a statement released in Rabat, ADM indicated that peak traffic periods are expected on Friday afternoon......

CDG warns public against fake documents and forged account statements

Morocco’s Caisse de Dépôt et de Gestion (CDG) has issued a public warning urging citizens to remain vigilant against fraudulent documents and falsified account statements circulating outside its official channels. In a statement released on Wednesday, the public financial institution......

Alleged Abuse Case: Moroccan prison authorities deny any mistreatment of Algerian supporter

Morocco’s prison administration has firmly denied allegations of mistreatment involving an Algerian national currently detained at El Arjat 1 prison, following claims circulated in a video published on YouTube. In an official statement, the General Delegation for Prison Administration and......

Akdital opens Ibn Yassine private hospital in Rabat

The Akdital Group has announced the official opening of the Ibn Yassine Private Hospital in Rabat on Monday, January 12, 2026, following the completion of all required regulatory approvals. Located in the heart of the Moroccan capital, the new facility represents a major addition to the country’s......

US and Moroccan sailors exchange on USS paul ignatius in Agadir

New photographs released by the United States Navy show American sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) interacting with sailors from the Royal Moroccan Navy during the ship’s visit to the port of Agadir on December 2, 2025. The images highlight......

Morocco prepares new road safety strategy for 2026–2030

Morocco is preparing to roll out a new national road safety strategy covering the period from 2026 to 2030, as authorities seek to address a worrying rise in traffic accidents and fatalities across the country. The roadmap was presented during a meeting of the Permanent Road Safety Committee held in......

Minor earthquake briefly felt in rabat

A mild earthquake was briefly felt in Morocco’s capital on Saturday afternoon, according to available seismic data. The tremor was noticed by some residents in Rabat and nearby areas but caused no injuries or material damage. Witnesses described a short vibration, sometimes perceived as a low......

Tax administration performance: IMF delivers a mixed assessment

Rabat, December 27, 2025 — Seven years after its previous review, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released a new assessment of Morocco’s tax administration, highlighting significant progress alongside persistent structural weaknesses. Conducted between late September and mid-October......

Morocco adopts a national strategy to combat audiovisual piracy

Rabat, December 27, 2025 — Morocco has taken a significant step in the fight against audiovisual piracy by adopting a national strategy aimed at protecting cultural and sports content. The initiative was announced during the country’s first international seminar dedicated to combating illegal......

Morocco strengthens its direct social support system with data-driven reform and long-term vision

Morocco is expanding its direct social support program through a data-driven reform designed to enhance precision in identifying beneficiaries and ensure sustainable financing for one of the country’s most ambitious welfare initiatives. Authorities describe the reform as a pivotal step in building......

Moroccan craftsmanship takes center stage during AFCON Morocco 2025

Moroccan craftsmanship is playing a prominent role during the Africa Cup of Nations hosted by Morocco in 2025, with dedicated artisan spaces set up in several host cities. The initiative aims to showcase the country’s rich cultural heritage alongside one of Africa’s most significant sporting......

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