Morocco faces more than $2 billion in additional energy costs amid Strait of Hormuz crisis

Morocco has faced a significant increase in the cost of its energy imports as disruptions linked to the crisis surrounding the Strait of Hormuz pushed fuel prices higher. According to energy-focused platform At-Taqa, the additional cost incurred by the Kingdom reached approximately $2.2 billion between March and August 2026. Diesel accounted......

Morocco-France: Air Traffic Reaches 5.9 Million Passengers in Seven Months

Morocco confirms its status as the leading Maghreb destination for air travel to France. With 5.9 million passengers recorded between January and July 2026, the Kingdom shows a 6% increase, far ahead of Algeria and Tunisia. French bookings for the summer further bolster this trend. Morocco Expands the Gap in Air Traffic French air transport......

Liquefied Natural Gas: Moscow Sees Moroccan Infrastructure as a Cooperation Opportunity

Russia is showing a growing interest in Morocco's energy ambitions. In Rabat, its ambassador Igor Beliaev discusses cooperation prospects around liquefied natural gas and green hydrogen. This development comes as the Kingdom seeks to diversify its energy suppliers and strengthen its role as a regional energy hub. Moscow is Interested in Moroccan......

Ayyoub Bouaddi Leaves Lille with Emotion and Sends a Strong Message to LOSC

Now a player for Manchester City, Ayyoub Bouaddi did not turn the page on LOSC Lille without paying a final tribute. In a letter published in the regional press, the young Moroccan international reflects emotionally on his formative years, his professional debut, and the moments that marked his rise. A Departure, But Not Forgotten Just days......

Domocasa Brings Moroccan Home Automation to the Finals of the KNX Awards 2026

A smart home project designed and implemented in Casablanca has just received international recognition. The Moroccan company Domocasa has been selected as one of the five finalists in the "Smart Home Award – Africa, America, Australia" category of the KNX Awards 2026, an international distinction dedicated to innovative projects in the......

Morocco-Jordan: A New Agreement to Strengthen Judicial Cooperation

Morocco and Jordan are taking a new step in strengthening their judicial relations. The ministers of Justice from both countries, Abdellatif Ouahbi and Bassam Samir Talhouni, signed an agreement on Friday in Rabat concerning the extradition of wanted persons.This new legal instrument aims to consolidate cooperation between the competent authorities......

Condolences from His Majesty the King to the Sovereign of Norway Haakon VIII following the death of King Harald V

His Majesty King Mohammed VI sent a message of condolences and compassion to His Majesty King Haakon VIII of Norway, following the death of King Harald V. In this message, His Majesty the King expressed his deep sadness upon learning of the passing of the late monarch, praising the journey of a King who dedicated his life to serving his country......

Solar Energy: Morocco Holds Over 20% of Installed Capacity in Africa

With nearly 2.5 GW of installed solar capacity by 2026, Morocco confirms its status as one of the main hubs for solar energy in Africa. According to the report The take-off in African solar that official statistics can’t yet see, conducted by Ember and African Tech Future Lab, the Kingdom alone represents more than one-fifth of the solar......

Ports: Morocco's Rise Complicates the Ambitions of the Vasco da Gama Terminal in Portugal

The Vasco da Gama terminal project in Sines must now contend with a profoundly transformed maritime landscape. The rise of Tanger Med and the development of Nador West Med are intensifying competition in transshipment and logistics, at a time when Portugal is preparing to revive a project valued at 700 million euros. In Sines, a Strategic......

Money Market: Stability Confirmed Despite Decline in Inflation

The Moroccan money market maintained a generally stable configuration during the week of August 17 to 19, 2026. This period, marked by two public holidays, occurred in a context of a significant slowdown in inflation, which fell to -0.6% year-on-year by the end of July, according to an analysis published by Attijari Global Research (AGR). Despite......

Marrakech: Startups Supported by INDH Leverage Technology for Better Water Management

In response to the increasing pressure on water resources, young companies in Marrakech are developing solutions aimed at making infrastructure smarter and more efficient. Supported by the National Initiative for Human Development, Smarttanx is transforming data into management tools for hydraulic installations. When Technology Enters Water......

Minth Group Chooses Tangier to Strengthen Its Automotive Production in Morocco

The Moroccan automotive industry continues to attract new international investments. The Chinese company Minth Group, specialized in manufacturing components for the automotive sector, has announced its intention to establish a new production base in Morocco.The future industrial site will be dedicated to the manufacturing of complete sealing......

Air Traffic: Moroccan Airports Exceed 22 Million Passengers by the End of July 2026

Moroccan airports continue their growth momentum. By the end of July 2026, they welcomed 22,282,997 passengers, representing an increase of 8.77% compared to the first seven months of 2025, according to the latest statistics from the National Office of Airports (ONDA).This evolution reflects the positive trend in traffic for both international......

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