Morocco accelerates development of advanced domestic defense industry

Morocco is accelerating efforts to establish a modern domestic defense industry as part of a long-term strategy to strengthen its strategic autonomy, expand industrial capabilities, and reduce dependence on imported military equipment. In recent years, the Kingdom has shifted from focusing primarily on acquiring advanced defense systems......

FIFA president praises Morocco after impressive 2026 World Cup campaign

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has congratulated Morocco's national football team following the conclusion of its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, praising the Atlas Lions for another historic performance on the global stage. In a message shared on his official social media account, Infantino thanked the Moroccan squad for delivering memorable......

Morocco accelerates wind energy projects to strengthen energy independence by 2030

Morocco is accelerating investment in wind energy as part of its long-term strategy to strengthen energy independence and expand the role of renewable sources in its electricity mix. The country aims to have renewable energy account for 52% of its installed electricity generation capacity by 2030, reinforcing its position as one of Africa's......

Yassine Bounou redefines penalty goalkeeping at the 2026 World Cup

Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou, widely known as Bono, has emerged as one of the standout performers of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, drawing global attention for his remarkable performances in penalty shootouts and his distinctive approach to goalkeeping. Long regarded as moments largely decided by instinct and chance, penalty shootouts have......

Morocco returns among MENA’s leading startup investment hubs through proptech growth

Morocco has regained its position among the Middle East and North Africa's leading startup ecosystems after returning to the region's top five destinations for venture capital investment during June. The recovery was driven by the rapid growth of the country's property technology, or proptech, sector. The country's resurgence......

India’s Samvardhana Motherson opens railway wiring plant in Morocco’s Kénitra

Indian automotive supplier Samvardhana Motherson International has officially started operations at its new electrical wiring plant in Kénitra, marking a major step in Morocco’s industrial diversification strategy. Located within the Atlantic Free Zone, the new facility introduces a new manufacturing activity to the Kingdom:......

Morocco expands summer 2026 air capacity with 8.2 million seats

Morocco is significantly expanding its air transport capacity for the summer 2026 season, reinforcing its ambition to become a leading aviation hub connecting Africa, Europe, the Americas, Asia, and the Middle East. The new seasonal program is designed to meet growing passenger demand while facilitating travel for Moroccans living abroad and......

Morocco strengthens its automotive industry with competitive production costs

Morocco has further strengthened its position as one of the leading automotive manufacturing hubs serving the European market, supported by competitive production costs, expanding industrial infrastructure, and growing foreign investment in the sector. Recent industry data indicate that Renault's manufacturing facilities in Morocco produced......

BCP schedules temporary maintenance affecting digital banking and card services on July 13

Banque Centrale Populaire (BCP) has announced a scheduled maintenance operation that will temporarily interrupt several of its banking services during the early hours of Monday, 13 July 2026. The planned intervention is part of the bank’s ongoing efforts to enhance the performance and reliability of its digital infrastructure. Overnight......

German Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Morocco appoints Silke Kunstreich as new Managing Director

The German Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Morocco (AHK Morocco) has appointed Silke Kunstreich as its new Managing Director, bringing extensive international experience in business development, marketing and strategic communications to one of the leading institutions promoting German-Moroccan economic cooperation. Her appointment comes......

Morocco’s Atlas Lions return home after impressive 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign

The Morocco national football team returned home on Sunday, arriving at Rabat-Salé Airport after concluding a memorable run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which was jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The Atlas Lions landed in the Moroccan capital following their departure from Boston, where their tournament journey......

Morocco tests reinforced fishing nets in Al Hoceima to reduce dolphin-related losses

Morocco has launched a pilot program to test reinforced purse seine fishing nets along its Mediterranean coast, aiming to reduce the significant economic losses suffered by fishermen as bottlenose dolphins increasingly damage fishing gear while feeding. The initiative, introduced this week in Al Hoceima, seeks to protect both the livelihoods......

Morocco highlights integrated peace, security and development strategy at Africa policy conference in Kenya

Morocco is reaffirming its commitment to an African-led approach to sustainable peace and development by participating in the Second Political Conference on the Peace-Security-Development Nexus, taking place on July 11–12 in Mombasa, Kenya. The gathering brings together African institutions and international partners to assess progress......

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