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Prince Moulay Rachid presided on Sunday evening over the closing ceremony of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), held in Morocco, ahead of the highly anticipated final between Morocco and Senegal at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. Upon his arrival at the sports complex, Prince Moulay Rachid was welcomed by prominent international......

Local authorities in Morocco’s Al Haouz province announced on Sunday that three people have been reported missing following a sudden avalanche in the Mount Toubkal area. According to official sources, the missing individuals include two Moroccan tourists and a mountain guide. They were part of a larger hiking group accompanied by two......

Tensions are escalating between Morocco’s legal profession and the Ministry of Justice, as the Association of Bar Associations of Morocco announced a nationwide general strike and a national sit-in in response to what it described as inappropriate remarks made by the Minister of Justice. In an official statement, the Association......

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 Reintegration (DGAPR) clarified that the......

Racing Club de Strasbourg has officially announced the signing of Moroccan U20 international winger Yassine Gessimefrom USL Dunkerque, securing the promising player on a long-term contract running until 2030. The 20-year-old winger, developed in southern France, previously played for Istres and Marignane before making his breakthrough......

A recent study by Foot Mercato reveals that among the 658 players representing the 24 national teams in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN), 107 were born in France, making the country the most represented outside Africa. This includes rising Senegalese star Ibrahim Mbaye, a 17-year-old PSG player born in Trappes, France. France is followed......

Morocco currently has the highest gasoline prices in the Arab world, with fuel costing around $1.106 per liter. It is followed by Jordan at $0.910 per liter and Tunisia at $0.766 per liter. In contrast, Gulf countries benefit from lower prices due to local oil availability and government fuel subsidies. The price per liter stands at $0.694......

As the kickoff of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final approaches, Morocco is holding its breath. This Sunday evening, at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, the Atlas Lions face Senegal in a prestigious clash that goes far beyond the sporting arena. More than just a match, this final symbolizes the culmination of a structured national......

A maritime accident occurred Saturday morning off the coast of Aftissat, near Boujdour, southern Morocco, when a traditional fishing boat capsized in rough seas. Two fishermen were rescued, but a third remains missing, local sources reported. The incident took place around 7 a.m., as the crew was returning to shore. Strong waves and turbulent......

A new cultural organization dedicated to African cinema has officially been established in Morocco, marking a significant step in strengthening the continent’s film landscape. The constituent general assembly of the International “Film Espoir” Festival Association – Morocco was held in Rabat in early January 2026. The......

Morocco is considering a major shift in its defense procurement strategy by strengthening cooperation with South Korea, a move that could significantly reshape its land and air combat capabilities. According to industry sources, Rabat is studying the possible acquisition of South Korean-made K2 Black Panther main battle tanks and the Cheongung......

Moroccan authorities have set January 24 as the final deadline for citizens to register on the general electoral lists in preparation for the 2026 legislative elections. The announcement was made as part of the annual revision of voter rolls overseen by the Ministry of Interior. In a statement, the ministry urged eligible citizens who are......

Morocco’s banking sector experienced a further tightening of liquidity conditions at the end of 2025, with liquidity needs rising to an average of 135.7 billion dirhams in December, according to data released by Bank Al-Maghrib. This represents an increase compared to the previous month, reflecting persistent pressures on the financial......