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Casablanca, December 5, 2025 – Rumors that Casablanca’s famous Derb Ghallef market, known locally as a “joutiya,” will be replaced by a 7-hectare shopping mall have been firmly denied by both market representatives and local authorities. Abdelhadi Ouaadoud, spokesperson for the market’s merchants, described the......

Madrid, December 5, 2025 – In the context of renewed strategic ties between Morocco and Spain, Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita provided a detailed explanation of Morocco’s stance on the sensitive issue of the Sahara and the concept of self-determination. Speaking to the Spanish news agency EFE on December 4, Bourita emphasized......

Rabat, December 5, 2025 – The National Airports Office (ONDA) has announced the appointment of four new directors for Morocco’s key airports: Marrakech Menara, Tanger Ibn Battouta, Fès Saïss, and Agadir Al Massira. Soumia Tabeg will lead Marrakech Menara Airport, Othmane Hassani takes over Tanger Ibn Battouta, Kamal......

Rabat, December 5, 2025 – The Moroccan National Railway Office (ONCF) has taken a significant step forward in railway safety, unveiling a comprehensive roadmap aimed at reducing incidents by 60% over the next five years. Wiam Ghrabi, Director of Strategic Planning at ONCF, presented the initiative during the World Railway Safety Congress......

Morocco–Spain relations are currently at their “best historical moment,” Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares declared Thursday in Madrid. The statement came during a meeting with Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita, held on the sidelines of the 13th Morocco–Spain High-Level Meeting. According to......

Morocco and Spain have signed 14 new cooperation agreements during the 13th High-Level Meeting held Thursday in Madrid, reflecting a renewed momentum in bilateral relations. During a bilateral session at the Palacio de la Moncloa, Moroccan Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez highlighted the strong......

Morocco is preparing to launch one of its most significant railway undertakings of the decade: a new rail link connecting Sidi Ichou and Fes. With an estimated cost of 1.164 billion dirhams and a construction timeline of three years, the project is expected to redefine mobility between the western region and the country’s interior, outperforming......

Morocco’s A’ national team faces a crucial test on Friday as it meets Oman in the second matchday of Group B at the Arab Cup in Qatar. Head coach Tarik Sektioui stressed that the encounter will play a decisive role in determining which side advances to the quarterfinals. Speaking at the pre-match press conference, Sektioui warned......

As the year draws to a close, Google has unveiled its 2025 search trends, highlighting what captured the attention of internet users across Morocco. The results indicate a mix of sporting passion and rising interest in artificial intelligence, reflecting broader digital shifts within the country. According to Google’s latest MENA-focused......

As the kickoff of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations approaches, tension is rising between national teams and several European clubs. Real Betis is among the sides reluctant to release their Moroccan internationals—Abde Ezzalzouli and Sofyan Amrabat—within the timeframe expected by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation. According......

Casablanca’s long-awaited Aïn Sebaâ Zoo is finally set to open to the public this December, after years of delays and extensive rehabilitation work. The inauguration is expected to take place in parallel with the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, marking a symbolic moment for the city as it welcomes thousands of visitors. During......

Spain has expressed its satisfaction following the adoption of United Nations Security Council Resolution 2797, which reinforces the view that a credible autonomy plan under Moroccan sovereignty represents one of the most viable paths for resolving the Moroccan Sahara issue. The announcement came after the 13th Spain–Morocco High-Level......

Morocco and Spain have taken a significant step toward modernizing judicial collaboration with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding during the High-Level Joint Commission meeting in Madrid. The agreement was finalized following discussions between Morocco’s Minister of Justice, Abdellatif Ouahbi, and Spain’s Minister of......