Africa's digital payments landscape is poised for remarkable growth, with projections indicating a surge to $1.5 trillion by 2030, as highlighted in a recent report commissioned by Mastercard and released by Genesis Analytics. Mastercard is spearheading initiatives aimed at enhancing digital adoption across the continent, focusing on......

Tanger Med Port is solidifying Morocco's position as a leader in port operations across Africa and the Mediterranean, as evidenced by its rise to 17th place in the latest global rankings by Alphaliner, which recognizes the top 30 container ports worldwide. In 2024, Tanger Med handled an impressive 10.24 million twenty-foot equivalent......

Morocco’s commitment to continuous reform is pivotal in reinforcing the rule of law and fostering a just, inclusive society. Amina Bouayach, president of Morocco’s National Human Rights Council (CNDH), recently presented the country’s extensive approach to human rights and gender reform during a session at the UK Parliament. In......

Researchers from KU Leuven have identified a significant presence of the measles virus in sewage water in Brussels, Belgium. The strain, known as genotype B3, is linked to the ongoing measles outbreak in Morocco. Elke Wollants, lab manager at the Rega Institute, reported that the concentration of the virus peaked on March 11. Despite this......

Morocco is making significant strides in fostering interfaith dialogue, as highlighted by Manzila Uddin, a member of the British House of Lords, during a recent event in London. Uddin praised the country's commitment to bridging differing perspectives through various conferences aimed at promoting peace and dialogue. Participating in......

Morocco has officially announced the continuation of its subsidy program for soft wheat imports throughout 2025, a strategic response to the persistent drought that has severely impacted the nation’s agricultural output. The National Interprofessional Office for Cereals and Legumes (ONICL) confirmed that these subsidies will be available......

The U.S. Army's Patriot air defense system has arrived in Morocco for field testing, in preparation for the completion of an agreement with the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces (FAR), according to the Atlas Defense and Armament Observatory. The tests will take place at the main base of the Moroccan Air Defense Forces in Salé, as stated......

The Moroccan national football team is on the cusp of advancing in the FIFA monthly global rankings, thanks to a series of positive results and the missteps of some rival teams. Their recent performances have showcased their potential, setting them up for further success in the rankings if they continue on this path. The Atlas Lions’......

Moroccan traditional handicrafts exports saw significant growth in 2025, with a 27% increase in the first two months of the year compared to the same period in 2024, totaling exports exceeding 231 million dirhams. This growth trend was particularly strong in January 2025, which saw a 31% increase compared to January of the previous year, indicating......

From March 22 to 28, 2025, Morocco hosts an orientation program in Arusha, Tanzania, aimed at newly elected members of the African Union's Peace and Security Council (PSC). This meeting, chaired by Morocco's Permanent Representative to the AU and UN Economic Commission for Africa, Ambassador Mohamed Arrouchi, seeks to provide these......

In 2024, cement consumption in Morocco saw an increase of 9.4%, driven by the booming construction sector, fueled by rapid infrastructure development and preparations for upcoming international sporting events such as the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2030 World Cup. In this context, the company “Cement Morocco” reported......

Morocco has established itself as a crucial partner for Airbus, showcasing significant growth potential in the aerospace sector, according to Wouter Van Wersch, Executive Vice President International at Airbus. In a recent interview with MAP, held during the third Airbus summit on March 24-25 in Toulouse, Van Wersch emphasized the importance......

Recent heavy rainfall has provided a significant reprieve for Morocco's water reservoirs, notably the Oued El Makhazine dam, which has reached full capacity. This achievement brings the total number of fully filled dams under the Loukkos Hydraulic Basin Agency (ABHL) to four, as reported by the Directorate of Hydraulic Engineering at the......