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Moroccan judicial police have launched investigations into eight individuals suspected of illegally reselling tickets for Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) matches taking place in Morocco. The arrests follow a surge in complaints from fans angry over soaring black market prices and widespread fraud linked to unauthorized resales. Cyber units......

More than 833,000 people have been targeted this winter by Morocco’s National Plan to Mitigate the Effects of Cold Waves, Interior Minister Abdelouafi Laftit announced on Monday during a parliamentary session. Responding to oral questions at the House of Representatives on measures adopted to address severe cold in mountainous areas,......

Morocco has recorded a steady decline in cervical cancer incidence rates over recent years, according to the Minister of Health and Social Protection, Amine Tahraoui, who addressed the issue on Monday in Rabat. Speaking before the House of Representatives during a question session on measures to combat the spread of cervical cancer, the minister......

Morocco’s Capital Market Authority (AMMC) has urged the public and investors to remain vigilant against fraudulent trading platforms and unlicensed financial advice, as cases of deceptive investment practices continue to rise. Growing risks in online investment advice In a statement issued on Monday, the AMMC highlighted a concerning......

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations continues on Tuesday, December 23, with the official kick-off of Group C and Group D matches. Several continental heavyweights will make their tournament debut as the competition gains momentum across Moroccan stadiums. Group D will open the day’s fixtures with a clash between the Democratic Republic of......

The reform bill aimed at reorganizing Morocco’s National Press Council has been approved by the Commission on Education, Cultural and Social Affairs at the House of Councillors. The draft law No. 026.25 was adopted by a narrow majority during a meeting held in the presence of the Minister of Youth, Culture and Communication, Mohamed......

Moroccan steel producer Somasteel has inaugurated the expansion of its production site in Nouaceur, marking a major milestone for the national steel industry. The ceremony was held under the chairmanship of the Minister of Industry and Trade, Ryad Mezzour. The extension includes the installation of a modern electric steelmaking facility,......

Moroccan craftsmanship is taking center stage during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2025, with dedicated exhibition spaces set up in fan zones across the host cities. The initiative is led by the State Secretariat for Handicrafts and the Social and Solidarity Economy, in coordination with the Maison de l’Artisan. These spaces have......

Casablanca – In a surprising turn during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN 2025), Mali, considered a favorite in Group A, was held to a 1-1 draw by Zambia at the Stade Mohammed V on Monday. The match remained goalless in the first half. Mali’s Lassiné Sinayoko broke the deadlock in the 61st minute,......

Rabat – Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM) has announced the issuance of a 250-dirham commemorative silver coin and the circulation of a 100-dirham commemorative banknote to mark the hosting of the 35th Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025 (CAN 2025). The commemorative coin features, on its obverse, the portrait of HM......

Casablanca – The U.S. Department of State has reinforced the staffing levels at the United States Consulate General in Casablanca in response to a sharp increase in visa applications, according to an official announcement by the diplomatic mission. The measure aims to accommodate heightened demand expected during January......

Abdellatif Hammouchi, Director General of National Security and Territorial Surveillance (DGSN-DGST), has approved an exceptional financial bonus for all members of Morocco’s national police force. According to a statement from the General Directorate of National Security (DGSN), the bonus covers personnel across all central units and......

Paris – The alleged leader of a major drug trafficking network operating in the Paris region has been extradited from Morocco to France and formally charged by French judicial authorities, according to a statement released by the Lille public prosecutor’s office. The suspect, whose identity has not been disclosed,......