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

The XI of the Week: rapprochement with Syria and accelerated electoral preparations after Eid

Between diplomatic breakthroughs, security vigilance, institutional reforms and preparations for Eid Al-Adha, Morocco experienced a particularly dense week across political, economic and strategic fronts. From the resumption of relations with Syria to the acceleration of electoral preparations, alongside announcements related to health, agriculture......

Morocco VAT fraud estimated at 12.9 billion dirhams annually

Morocco faces a large and persistent loss of public revenue linked to value added tax fraud, estimated at around 12.9 billion dirhams per year. The figure reflects a system in which fraudulent refund claims continue to exploit structural weaknesses in tax administration and corporate reporting. Public finance experts describe the phenomenon......

Moroccan tomato exports to Finland hit historic record

Morocco’s tomato exports to Finland reached a historic level during the 2025/2026 season, marking a significant expansion of the country’s presence in Nordic food markets. Between July 2025 and February 2026, shipments totaled around 2,200 tonnes, representing a doubling compared with the previous season and generating nearly six......

Morocco and Liberia expand security cooperation framework in Rabat

Morocco and Liberia have signed a new bilateral security agreement aimed at strengthening police cooperation and expanding coordination on transnational crime, counterterrorism, and border security. The deal was concluded in Rabat between Abdellatif Hammouchi, head of Morocco’s national police and domestic intelligence services, and......

Morocco plays key role in major Interpol cybercrime operation across the MENA region

Morocco has taken part in a large international cybercrime operation coordinated by Interpol across the Middle East and North Africa region. The operation, known as “Ramz,” focused on dismantling online fraud networks and identifying cybercriminals responsible for phishing attacks and financial scams. During the operation, Moroccan......

Moroccan fuel stations raise concerns over delivery irregularities

Morocco’s National Federation of Service Station Owners, Traders and Managers has raised concerns over alleged irregularities in fuel deliveries to several stations across the country after reporting a significant diesel shortage during the unloading of a tanker truck. In a statement issued on May 15, the federation said one station......

Morocco launches national logistics support tour for small businesses

Morocco’s Agency for Logistics Development and Maroc PME have launched the first stage of the “PME Supply Chain” program, marking the beginning of a nationwide campaign aimed at strengthening logistics and transport small and medium sized enterprises across the country. The initiative seeks to improve the competitiveness......

France: after a civil partnership, a man allegedly embezzled and confined a nonagenarian in Morocco for several years

A criminal trial opened in Pau, in southwestern France, involving a 46-year-old French man accused of systematically exploiting, financially stripping, and allegedly confining an elderly woman in Morocco after entering into a civil partnership with her. The accused, who has been in pre-trial detention since 2023, is being tried for kidnapping,......

Dolidol names Morocco football coach Mohamed Ouahbi as brand ambassador through 2030

Dolidol, the Casablanca-based industrial group and one of Africa's leading manufacturers of foam and bedding products, has signed a four-year partnership with Mohamed Ouahbi, head coach of the Moroccan national football team, designating him as the group's official brand ambassador through the end of 2030. The announcement, made in......

Marrakech crowns emerging architect with Jardin Majorelle Prize for temporary pavilion design

The Fondation Jardin Majorelle has announced the laureate of its second Fondation Jardin Majorelle Prize, a prestigious architecture competition dedicated exclusively to young Moroccan talent, awarding the top distinction to Salsabil El Ouazzani for her project titled "Nouala, the Moving Shelter." The announcement was made on May......

Lalla Laaroussa marks 20 years with pilgrimage tribute for mothers

The television program Lalla Laaroussa marks its twentieth anniversary with a special initiative centered on mothers of contestants. The production announced a symbolic reward in the form of an Omra pilgrimage offered to the mothers, placing family recognition at the heart of this milestone season. The decision positions the anniversary edition......

Ouladha Hicham and Chane Fentaya Adane win the 2026 10 Km international by WeCasablanca

The 2026 edition of the 10 Km International by WeCasablanca brought together more than 16,000 runners in Casablanca, showcasing a high-level international road race atmosphere. The event was marked by strong performances from both Moroccan and Ethiopian athletes. In the men’s category, Moroccan runner Ouladha Hicham claimed first place......

HM King Mohammed VI sends congratulations to Norway’s Royal Family on national day

The King of Morocco, HM Mohammed VI, has sent a message of congratulations to King Harald V and Queen Sonja of Norway on the occasion of their national day. In his message,HM King Mohammed VI extended warm wishes for health and happiness to the Norwegian royal couple, as well as for continued progress and prosperity for the Norwegian people.......

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