Morocco joins Artemis Accords to expand role in space cooperation

Morocco has officially joined the Artemis Accords, becoming the 64th country to endorse the international framework governing responsible space exploration. The announcement was made in Rabat during a joint appearance by Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita and US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau. The agreement places Morocco within......

Germany backs Morocco autonomy plan as basis for Sahara solution

Germany has reaffirmed its support for Morocco’s autonomy proposal as the central framework to resolve the long-running dispute over the Sahara. The position was confirmed during a high-level meeting in Rabat between Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita and his German counterpart Johann Wadephul, following the second session of a......

Morocco and United States deepen ties after Rabat diplomatic meeting

Morocco’s head of government Aziz Akhannouch met US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau in Rabat on Thursday, as both countries moved to strengthen their long-standing strategic partnership. The meeting took place in the presence of US Ambassador to Morocco Duke Buchan and focused on expanding cooperation across political and......

Casablanca expands Timeless Festival into a three-day international music event in 2026

Casablanca is preparing to host a larger and more ambitious edition of the Timeless Festival in May 2026, transforming the event into a three-day international music celebration. Organized by URadio, the festival will take place from May 14 to May 16 at Anfa Park, featuring a diverse lineup of global artists. This year’s edition marks......

Casablanca hosts first edition of GITEX Future Health Africa Morocco

Casablanca is hosting the first edition of GITEX Future Health Africa Morocco from May 4 to May 6, marking a major step in the country’s ambition to become a leading hub for modern and connected healthcare systems across Africa and beyond. The event, held under high patronage, aims to position Morocco as a regional gateway linking Africa,......

Washington reaffirms recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara

The United States has reiterated its recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara, reaffirming a position that continues to shape diplomatic relations between the two countries. During an official visit to Rabat, Christopher Landau confirmed Washington’s stance following talks with Nasser Bourita. He emphasized that the......

Gastronomy: Cicchetti brings Venetian elegance to the heart of The View Hotel Rabat

The Moroccan capital is taking a new step in its rise as a global culinary destination. On April 23 and 24, 2026, the Cicchetti brand officially opened its doors within the prestigious The View Hotel Rabat, located in the dynamic Hay Riad district. The result of a strategic alliance between Experienciah, Sunset Hospitality Group (SHG), and......

GITEX Africa 2026 attracts $350 billion in assets in Morocco

GITEX Africa 2026 has drawn investors managing more than $350 billion in assets, reinforcing Morocco’s position as a growing digital investment hub in the region. The event brought together global stakeholders in technology and finance at a time of expanding competition over digital infrastructure and innovation ecosystems across Africa. The......

Casablanca to host first GITEX Future Health Africa summit

Casablanca will host the first edition of GITEX Future Health Africa from May 4 to 6, bringing together policymakers, investors, and technology companies to discuss the future of healthcare systems on the continent. The event is positioned as a major platform for examining how digital tools, artificial intelligence, and industrial capacity......

Nigeria pushes pan-african digital growth at GITEX Africa 2026

Nigeria is positioning itself as a central player in Africa’s expanding technology ecosystem, focusing on startup scaling, regional collaboration, and the development of digital infrastructure across the continent. The shift comes as African countries move from technology adoption toward building integrated digital systems capable of......

Huawei expands AI and cloud strategy at GITEX Africa 2026

Huawei used its fourth appearance at GITEX Africa in Marrakech to present an expanded technology portfolio focused on artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and digital infrastructure. The company moved beyond its traditional telecommunications focus, positioning itself as a broad technology provider targeting multiple sectors across Africa.......

Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni wins Mediterranean prize in Fes

Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni, Morocco’s minister delegate for digital transition and administrative reform, has received the Mediterranean Prize 2026 in the development category for her work on artificial intelligence and public sector digital transformation. The award was presented in Fes during academic and institutional meetings focused......

African startups face scaling challenges amid gap between global models and local markets

African startups continue to face structural barriers that limit their ability to scale, as global business models remain poorly aligned with local market realities. This challenge emerged as a central theme during a panel discussion at GITEX Africa 2026 in Marrakech, where industry experts examined the constraints shaping the continent’s......

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