Breaking 12:45 Marrakech hosts closure of the 25th AUTEX World Conference on advanced and sustainable textiles 12:00 Jalil Tijani wins over Casablanca audience at Comediablanca 2026 festival 11:52 Initio feel lab uses brain signals for fragrance testing 11:42 Morocco education council urges framework to regulate school AI use 11:36 Thai golfer records first hole-in-one at Lalla Meryem Cup 11:18 Casablanca to host women summit morocco 2026 on Atlantic Vision 11:09 Aurora ventures launches pilot program for women entrepreneurs in tech 10:55 Morocco and Brazil united by football passion ahead of 2026 World Cup clash 10:55 Tamwilcom launches Jossour 2030 plan to boost financing access 10:38 La Cigogne Volubile returns across ten Moroccan cities 10:09 U.S. ambassador Buchan received by HM King Mohammed VI as ties with Morocco emphasized 10:02 Fes festival showcases female voices across diverse traditions 09:57 German ambassador praises universal poetry at Fes festival 09:48 Nearly three tonnes of cannabis resin seized in Casablanca 09:41 Morocco police design new stadium security strategy in Rabat 09:36 Morocco education system faces deep learning crisis from primary school 09:32 Soueast Marks first year in Morocco with S08 DM launch 09:23 Africa calls for stronger role in global tax governance 09:18 Festival of Fes trio performance blends musical traditions 09:09 Marrakech launches first international MBD padel festival event 09:03 FRMF president fouzi lekjaa must wait until september for fourth term bid 08:50 Darija day expands diaspora cultural competition across Europe 08:40 Morocco family businesses drive jobs and wealth despite succession risks 08:32 Africa pushes for greater influence in shaping its future 16:20 Morocco prosecutors ordered to tighten control over electoral lists 15:49 United States plans regional drone training center in Morocco 15:30 Morocco tourism reaches 7.7 million visitors by May 15:19 Morocco suspends shellfish harvesting in Sidi Daoud Cap Beddouza over marine toxins 15:15 Moroccan YouTuber arrested following animal welfare complaint 15:04 Casablanca waste management contract shortlist narrows to three bidders 14:52 Paris Peace Forum opens in Rabat on resilient transitions 14:40 Morocco wins overwhelming ECOSOC seat with 178 votes 14:30 Royal Air Maroc expands fleet with Embraer E190 delivery 14:17 Moroccan RNI announces candidates for the 2026 legislative elections 14:00 Family businesses account for 93% of Morocco’s economic fabric

Morocco tax expert urges broader fiscal base reform

A leading Moroccan economist has called for a deep restructuring of the country’s tax system, arguing that current revenue patterns place disproportionate pressure on salaried workers while leaving large parts of economic activity under-taxed. The analysis focuses on personal income tax, corporate tax concentration, and persistent distortions......

UN and France praise Morocco’s role in peacekeeping diplomacy in Rabat

Rabat hosted the 2nd Ministerial Conference on peacekeeping in a Francophone environment, where Morocco’s role in international stabilization efforts received recognition from both France and the United Nations. The discussions highlighted the evolving challenges facing peace operations and the need for stronger cooperation to address......

Morocco approves 3,000 MW of renewable energy projects in early 2026

Morocco has approved large-scale energy projects totaling around 3,000 megawatts during the first quarter of 2026, marking a significant acceleration in the country’s power sector expansion. The announcement was made during a parliamentary session focused on national energy policy and investment strategy. The projects represent a combined......

Morocco calls for more flexible UN peacekeeping mandates

At a meeting held in Rabat, Morocco urged a reassessment of United Nations peacekeeping mandates to ensure they reflect evolving conditions on the ground. The call was made by Nasser Bourita, who stressed that operations disconnected from current conflict dynamics risk freezing crises rather than contributing to their resolution. Bourita......

Morocco’s poultry sector defends safety standards amid online health concerns

Morocco’s poultry industry is facing renewed scrutiny following the spread of online claims questioning farming practices and food safety standards. Industry representatives and veterinary professionals say the sector operates under strict sanitary regulations and remains subject to continuous monitoring throughout the production chain. The......

France appoints Philippe Lalliot as new ambassador to Morocco

The French government has officially appointed Philippe Lalliot as the new ambassador of France to Morocco, replacing Christophe Lecourtier, who recently assumed leadership of the French Development Agency (AFD). The appointment was confirmed through a presidential decree published in France’s Official Journal on May 15. The decision......

Morocco opens $2 billion in extra budget spending amid rising tax revenues

Morocco’s government has approved MAD 20 billion in additional budget credits to finance subsidies, support public institutions, address emergency spending, and respond to recent flood damage in northern parts of the country. The measures were presented before the Finance and Economic Development Committee in the House of Representatives......

Starlink expansion across Africa triggers sovereignty debate as governments set conditions

Starlink has expanded rapidly across African markets as governments reassess how to regulate foreign satellite internet providers. The service has obtained authorization in more than 30 countries on the continent, marking one of the fastest telecom rollouts in recent years. The expansion has intensified discussions on digital sovereignty,......

Morocco approves banking reform law to strengthen financial stability

Morocco’s lower house of parliament has approved a draft law aimed at reinforcing oversight and crisis management within the country’s banking sector. The legislation targets the legal framework governing credit institutions and the central bank, with a focus on improving early intervention tools and resolution mechanisms for financial......

Casablanca Timeless festival delivers immersive three day music experience

The second edition of the Timeless Festival by U Radio concluded in Casablanca after three days of large-scale performances and immersive cultural programming. Held from 14 to 16 May at Anfa Park, the event transformed the site into a multifunctional festival space designed to merge live music, digital experiences, and social interaction.......

Cegid inaugurates Cegid Atlas in Casablanca strengthening Morocco role

Cegid has opened its new Cegid Atlas centre of excellence in Casablanca, marking a significant step in its international expansion strategy. The facility is located in Casablanca Finance City and begins operations with 240 employees, reinforcing Morocco’s position within the company’s global operating model. The initiative aligns......

OIM study highlights territorial migration governance progress in Morocco

The International Organization for Migration presented in Rabat the findings of a comparative analysis on the territorial implementation of Morocco’s National Immigration and Asylum Strategy across four regions: Oriental, Souss-Massa, Tanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceïma and Béni Mellal-Khénifra. The study examines how......

Aziz Akhannouch defends government social and economic record ahead of end of mandate

Aziz Akhannouch has presented a detailed review of his government’s social and economic achievements ahead of the end of the current legislative term, highlighting reforms carried out between 2021 and 2026. In a video message shared on official social media platforms, the Moroccan head of government described this period as one of gradual......

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