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.......

First Bridge pillar completed on Kenitra-Marrakech high-speed rail project

Construction work on the future high-speed rail line linking Kenitra and Marrakech has reached a new milestone with the successful completion of the first concrete pouring for a pillar of the Ikkem Bridge, part of the project’s ninth section. The operation marks the beginning of the main structural phase for several bridges included......

Akdital to appoint new board members at upcoming general assembly

Moroccan healthcare group Akdital has announced that shareholders will meet during an Ordinary General Assembly scheduled for June 19 in Casablanca to discuss several governance-related resolutions, including the appointment of new board members. According to the company, the board of directors has proposed the cooptation of several new administrators......

Moroccan doctors in Germany launch a new professional association

Moroccan doctors practicing in Germany have officially established a new professional association named the Marokkanischer Ärzteverein Deutschland (MÄD), marking a significant step in organizing the Moroccan medical diaspora. The announcement was made during the first Moroccan Doctors’ Day in Germany, held in Langenselbold......

Morocco accelerates energy transition with new 90 MW solar project

The Morocco is continuing to strengthen its energy transition strategy through the development of a new 90-megawatt solar project, reflecting the country’s growing role in renewable energy across Africa. The project involves a partnership with Chinese photovoltaic manufacturer Jinko Solar, which has signed an agreement to supply next-generation......

HRH Princess Lalla Meryem chairs meeting of the Royal Armed Forces social services council

Her Royal Highness Princess Lalla Meryem chaired the Board of Directors meeting of the Social Services of the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) on Saturday at the headquarters of the General Staff of the Royal Armed Forces in Rabat. The meeting was held in implementation of the High Instructions of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Supreme Commander and......

Agdal district in Fez uses local culture to reinvent urban space

The district of Fez is placing culture at the center of its urban development strategy through the “Spring of Agdal 2026” festival, an initiative designed to strengthen community identity, revitalize public spaces and preserve local heritage. Organized from May 13 to May 17, the event goes beyond traditional entertainment by promoting......

Webook.com sells 35,000 match tickets in under two hours, setting an African record

Morocco's digital ticketing platform Webook.com has broken an African record by selling 12,000 tickets in the first 20 minutes and 35,000 tickets in under two hours for the return leg of the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League 2025/26 final between AS FAR Rabat and South Africa's Mamelodi Sundowns, scheduled for 24 May at the Prince......

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