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Royal Air Maroc opens new air base in Tétouan to boost northern Morocco connectivity

Casablanca, January 7, 2026 – Royal Air Maroc (RAM) has inaugurated a new air base at Tétouan – Sania R’mel Airport as part of its ongoing expansion plan, strengthening the airline’s presence in northern Morocco and improving regional connectivity. The new base, established......

US and Moroccan sailors exchange on USS paul ignatius in Agadir

New photographs released by the United States Navy show American sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) interacting with sailors from the Royal Moroccan Navy during the ship’s visit to the port of Agadir on December 2, 2025. The images highlight......

Royal Air Maroc cancels flights between Morocco and Paris due to weather

Royal Air Maroc (RAM) announced on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, the cancellation of several flights to and from Paris due to adverse weather conditions in the Paris region. In an official statement, the Moroccan national carrier confirmed that affected passengers will be assisted through rebooking on......

Rural mosque rehabilitation in Morocco: Ahmed Toufiq presents progress report

Morocco’s Minister of Habous and Islamic Affairs, Ahmed Toufiq, presented on Tuesday an overview of the progress made in the national program to rehabilitate mosques in rural areas, highlighting significant advances in restoring places of worship that had been closed for safety or structural reasons. Speaking......

Morocco prepares new road safety strategy for 2026–2030

Morocco is preparing to roll out a new national road safety strategy covering the period from 2026 to 2030, as authorities seek to address a worrying rise in traffic accidents and fatalities across the country. The roadmap was presented during a meeting of the Permanent Road Safety Committee held in......

Casa Sud Station: Casablanca welcomes a landmark mobility and urban hub

Casablanca is set to transform its urban landscape with the development of Casa Sud Station, a major new hub designed to combine mobility, public life, and architectural innovation. The project envisions the station not just as a transit point, but as a vibrant urban space fostering connection and community. Spanning......

Agadir bans oyster harvesting in Imi Ouaddar area

Moroccan authorities have announced the continued ban on the harvesting and sale of shellfish, including oysters, from the Imi Ouaddar coastal area near Agadir, until the marine environment is fully purified. In a statement released on Monday, the State Secretariat for Maritime Fisheries said the decision......

ONDA launches operational command center at Mohammed V Airport

The National Airports Office (ONDA) has inaugurated a new Airport Operational Center (APOC) at Mohammed V International Airport in Casablanca, marking a major step in modernizing airport operations. The APOC centralizes supervision and coordination, bringing together all key operational stakeholders......

Morocco reaffirms support for Yemen’s national unity and sovereignty

Morocco has reiterated its strong support for the national unity and territorial sovereignty of Yemen, emphasizing its rejection of any actions that could undermine the country’s independence, according to a statement from the Moroccan Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan......

Moroccans submit nearly 164,000 complaints through “Chikaya.ma” in 2025

In 2025, Moroccan citizens filed nearly 163,694 complaints against public administrations through the national platform “Chikaya.ma,” with over two-thirds of cases processed. The platform, launched in 2018, enables citizens to submit grievances, track their progress, and provide feedback. Data......

Morocco: 8,913 police officers promoted in 2025, says national police authority

Morocco’s General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) announced that 8,913 police officers were promoted to higher ranks during the 2025 budget year. This figure represents around 65 percent of all officers listed for promotion, reflecting a significant advancement effort within the national......

Algerian flag removed in Casablanca: two teenagers appear before juvenile judge

Judicial authorities in Casablanca have taken legal action following the circulation of a video showing the removal of an Algerian flag displayed in a public space. The incident occurred in the context of preparations for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which Morocco is set to host. According to......

Defamation: Noureddine Mediane sentenced to six months in prison

The Court of First Instance in Targuist has sentenced Noureddine Mediane, former president of the Istiqlal parliamentary group, to six months in prison for defamation targeting his party colleague, Rafia El Mansouri. In addition to the prison sentence, Mediane has been fined 3,000 dirhams and ordered......

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