China pledges to cut excess steel and oil refining capacity

China’s top economic planning body has announced plans to curb excess production capacity in major heavy industries, including steel and oil refining, as the country continues to struggle with persistent overproduction across key commodity sectors. The National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) outlined the measures in its annual......

Tetouan airport records decline in air traffic at the start of the year

Air traffic at Tetouan Saniat R'mel Airport experienced a significant decline at the beginning of the year, according to the latest figures released by National Airports Office (Morocco). The airport handled 19,556 passengers in January, reflecting a sharp drop compared with the same period a year earlier. The decrease contrasts with......

Salwa Idrissi Akhannouch: Architect of modern retail and emerging economic influence in Morocco

Salwa Idrissi Akhannouch is one of the most influential business leaders in contemporary Morocco. As the founder and chief executive of Aksal Group, she has played a central role in the expansion of modern retail and the introduction of international luxury brands to Moroccan consumers. Through major commercial projects and strategic partnerships,......

Royal Air Maroc repatriates 270 Moroccans stranded in Dubai amid Middle East airspace disruptions

After several days of major disruptions to air travel across the Middle East, Morocco has begun repatriating its citizens who were stranded abroad following widespread airspace closures linked to regional tensions. A special repatriation flight operated by Royal Air Maroc landed at Mohammed V International Airport in Casablanca, bringing......

Love Brand 2025 | Orange Maroc among consumers’ favorite brands in Morocco

Beyond simple visibility, some brands succeed in building a lasting connection with their audiences. This is precisely what the Love Brand study highlights, unveiled during the major event Les Impériales, which each year identifies the brands most appreciated by consumers in Morocco. In the Telecommunications and Technology category,......

Love Brand 2025 | Bahaoui Zouhair among Moroccans’ favorite personalities

Each year, the Love Brand ranking, revealed during the major event Les Impériales, maps the brands and personalities that occupy the strongest presence in the minds of Moroccans. The 2025 edition also confirms the growing influence of cultural figures from music and entertainment within the national media ecosystem. Among them, Zouhair......

Moroccan man arrested in Spain over alleged kidnapping and abuse of his wife

Spanish authorities have arrested a 32-year-old Moroccan man in northwestern Spain on suspicion of illegally detaining and abusing his wife for several weeks inside their home in the province of Zamora. The arrest was carried out by the Guardia Civil after emergency services received an alert indicating that a woman......

Kieslect Elfin debuts in Morocco with an ultra-thin smartwatch for women

Kieslect Morocco has launched the Elfin smartwatch in Morocco, timing the release to International Women’s Day on March 8. The company presented the device as a women-focused model built for daily wear, combining a slim profile, health tracking and lifestyle features in a fashion-led design. The launch reflects the growing demand for......

Grand Prix Hassan II marks 40 years with a new push for Moroccan tennis

Marrakech will host a milestone week for African tennis from March 30 to April 5, 2026, when the Royal Tennis Club stages the 40th edition of the Grand Prix Hassan II. The tournament remains the only ATP event held on the African continent, giving the anniversary added weight for Morocco’s sporting calendar and for a competition that......

Future Leaders Challenge 2026 positions Rabat as tourism talent hub

Rabat will host the Future Leaders Challenge Morocco 2026 on March 30 and 31 at The View Hotel Rabat, bringing together students, academic leaders, industry executives and public officials to address one of the most pressing challenges facing global tourism and hospitality: the development of skilled human capital. The initiative, created......

Stellantis Maroc launches eco bonus to accelerate vehicle fleet renewal

Stellantis Maroc has introduced a new incentive program aimed at modernizing Morocco’s vehicle fleet and supporting the country’s transition toward cleaner mobility. The initiative, called ECO BONUS, offers financial support to motorists who replace aging vehicles with electrified models from the Stellantis range. The program......

Morocco denies false alert about child abductions

The Morocco Ministry of the Interior has strongly denied circulating rumors on social media regarding a supposed official note sent to schools about a wave of child abductions. Authorities emphasized that citizens should rely solely on verified, official sources. In a statement, the ministry clarified that false information and misleading......

CAF announces postponement of 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced that the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, initially scheduled in Morocco from March 17 to April 3, will be postponed to July 25 to August 16, 2026 due to unforeseen circumstances. In an official statement, CAF explained that the decision followed discussions with FIFA and......

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