Morocco launches livestock verification drive ahead of second subsidy payment

Morocco's Ministry of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development, and Water and Forests has announced the launch of a nationwide verification operation for the country's livestock reconstitution program, effective Tuesday, March 24, 2026. The operation follows directives from King Mohammed VI and targets the maintenance of......

Marrakech Comedy Festival set to launch in June with Disney+ broadcast deal

Marrakech is preparing to host its first comedy festival from June 4 to 6, 2026, as the Marrakech Comedy Festival makes its inaugural appearance at the Palais des Congrès. The three-day event aims to position the city as an international hub for French-language and Arabic-language comedy, bringing together comedians from both traditions......

MEGA V STORES Morocco rebrands as Brands & Corners in retail overhaul

MEGA V STORES Morocco, a subsidiary of Retail Holding Group and a major player in specialized retail distribution in Morocco for nearly two decades, has announced the launch of its own proprietary brand: Brands & Corners. The rebrand marks a strategic turning point for the company, translating twenty years of distribution expertise into......

Moroccan expert Khalid Tinasti joins UN panel to reshape global drug policy

The United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs elected the members of an independent expert panel established under resolution 68/6 during its 69th session in Vienna. Among the 19 appointees is Moroccan expert Khalid Tinasti, 40, who will contribute to what represents the most significant review of the international drug control system since......

Khénifra approves series of development projects to boost health, infrastructure, and culture

The Provincial Council of Khénifra has approved a series of development projects and partnership agreements covering health, infrastructure, urban renewal, and cultural and sports activities during an extraordinary session held Tuesday at the provincial headquarters. Presided over by Council President Hamid El Babour, and attended......

Morocco's largest bank eyes equity stake in French AI startup Mistral

Attijariwafa Bank, Morocco's largest financial institution and one of Africa's biggest lenders, is exploring an equity investment in Paris-based artificial intelligence startup Mistral AI, according to Africa Intelligence. The bank, controlled by Al Mada, the holding company of Morocco's royal family, is examining the potential......

Morocco-backed agency launches emergency health and education drive in Jerusalem

The Bayt Mal Al-Qods Acharif Agency launched an emergency campaign on Tuesday to support the health and education sectors in Jerusalem, responding to the difficult conditions facing the Holy City amid the ongoing security situation in the Middle East. The initiative was carried out in partnership with the Moroccan Association for Support of......

IMF cuts Morocco's 2026 growth forecast to 4.4% amid global headwinds

The International Monetary Fund has revised down its growth projection for Morocco, now forecasting real GDP expansion of 4.4% in 2026 and 4.5% in 2027, with growth expected to stabilize around 4% over the medium term. The updated figures, released following the IMF Executive Board's 2026 Article IV consultation and midterm review of Morocco's......

Morocco’s avocado exports drop to 58,000 tonnes amid challenging season

After a record-breaking 2024/2025 season, Morocco’s avocado industry has experienced a sharp decline in 2025/2026. Export volumes fell to 58,000 tonnes, down from over 100,000 tonnes last year, according to the Moroccan Association of Avocado. The season faced multiple challenges, including adverse weather conditions, rising prices,......

Falcon Energy Materials restructures ownership after Sama Resources exit

Falcon Energy Materials, the company specializing in graphite anode production for batteries, has made a strategic restructuring of its ownership following the complete withdrawal of Sama Resources, one of its key historical investors. This transition, occurring alongside a recent capital raise, reflects a maturation phase for the firm aiming......

Moroccan civilian killed in missile attack in Bahrain

A Moroccan civilian working with the armed forces of the United Arab Emirates has been killed following a missile attack in Bahrain, according to an official statement from the Emirati Ministry of Defense. The incident, which highlights rising regional tensions, also left five other individuals injured. The victims were reportedly employed......

Morocco and Italy launch second economic summit in Rabat

The second Morocco Italy Economic Summit opened on Tuesday in Rabat, focusing on strengthening trade ties and accelerating investment flows between the two countries. Organized by the Moroccan Chamber of Commerce in Italy in partnership with the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Morocco, the event aims to translate long standing bilateral relations......

AMAL urges blood donation during Ramadan as reserves fall

The AMAL Association said its Ramadan 2026 awareness campaign aimed to draw attention to a recurring decline in blood donations during the holy month, when hospital needs remain steady and patients requiring regular transfusions continue to depend on available supplies. The campaign was developed with agency The Next Clic and tied its message......

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