Mali convoy attacks escalate as Moroccan trucks burned by armed group

Armed men linked to the Masina movement attacked and burned trucks carrying food and supplies from Morocco to Mali, according to accounts from witnesses and regional security reports. The convoy was traveling along a key supply route near Koki Zamal, close to the Mauritanian border, heading toward Bamako when it was intercepted. Witnesses......

Kia sportage hybrid 2026 tops value rankings in compact suv segment

The Kia Sportage Hybrid 2026 strengthens its position in the competitive compact SUV market after receiving a top industry distinction. The model ranked first in its category in the Best Value New Cars 2026 list published by Cars.com. This recognition reflects its balance between fuel efficiency, practical features, and competitive pricing. The......

Moroccan caftan debuts in Brussels with dedicated fashion week

The Moroccan caftan, a central piece of the country’s traditional attire, made a strong debut in Belgium last Sunday in Brussels. The first edition of the Moroccan Caftan Week Belgium brought together designers, artisans, and fashion enthusiasts to celebrate this iconic garment, widely seen as a symbol of elegance and refinement. Held......

Stellantis opens circular economy dismantling center in Casablanca, a global third site

Stellantis has inaugurated a new automotive dismantling facility in the Aïn Sebaâ district of Casablanca, making Morocco the first country in the Africa and Middle East region to host such an installation for the group. The site operates under Sustainera, the Stellantis entity dedicated to repair, reuse, remanufacturing, and recycling,......

Andersen consulting strengthens digital transformation capabilities with Weexa

Andersen Consulting has announced a major strategic collaboration with Weexa, a global player specializing in B2B integration flows and supply chain digitalization. The partnership aims to enhance Andersen’s technological offering while supporting companies in the deep modernization of their digital ecosystems. Originally part of the......

In-laws and finances drive divorce rates in Morocco, new national survey finds

Marital breakdowns in Morocco stem from a combination of couple conflict, financial hardship, and family interference, according to the 2025 National Family Survey conducted by the High Commission for Planning. The study sheds light on the multiple pressures bearing on Moroccan households and reveals that the role of extended family, particularly......

Morocco's automotive exports hit $4.57 billion with 12% growth in early 2026

Morocco's automotive sector exports reached approximately MAD 42 billion, equivalent to $4.57 billion, by the end of March 2026, a 12.1 percent increase compared to the same period in 2025, according to the latest monthly external trade indicators released by the Foreign Exchange Office. The performance reinforces the automotive industry's......

Seven tremors recorded off the Strait of Gibraltar as seismic activity rises

A series of seismic tremors has been recorded since Tuesday in the area of the Strait of Gibraltar, with some shocks felt across several regions of northern Morocco, according to the National Institute of Geophysics. Seven tremors have been registered in total, reflecting a slight increase in seismic activity in the area. The most significant......

World's first surviving nonuplets, born in Morocco, turn five years old

The world's first known surviving nonuplets celebrated their fifth birthday this week, marking half a decade since a birth that made medical history and drew global attention to a specialized clinic in Casablanca. The nine children were born on May 4, 2021, to Malian couple Halima and Abdelkader, and no previous set of nine babies had......

Morocco opens $5.62 million FlowPipe facility to cut imports and boost water infrastructure

Morocco has inaugurated a new industrial production unit dedicated to fiberglass-reinforced pipes, marking a concrete step in the country's drive to reduce dependence on imported materials for its water infrastructure and key industrial sectors. The FlowPipe facility, located in Mohammedia, was launched by Minister of Industry and Trade......

Morocco's capital markets post mixed results in March as trading volumes rise

Morocco's capital markets delivered an uneven performance in the first quarter of 2026, with March trading activity picking up sharply even as several key indicators remained in negative territory for the year. The contrast between rising transaction volumes and declining valuations reflects cautious investor sentiment across the Casablanca......

National Forestry Agency reaffirms commitment to protecting cedar forests as a strategic national heritage

The National Agency for Water and Forests (ANEF) has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting cedar forests, describing them as a strategic national heritage and a key ecological asset. The statement comes in response to recent media and social media claims alleging systematic deforestation and the existence of organized criminal networks. Field......

Morocco eyes China's zero-tariff opening to expand argan oil exports

China's decision to eliminate import duties on goods from 53 African countries, effective May 1, has handed Morocco's argan oil industry a direct route into one of the world's largest consumer markets. Producers in the country's arid southwest are positioning the sector for what they describe as a potential commercial breakthrough,......

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