Forbes: fewer Arab billionaires but greater combined wealth in 2026

The latest global billionaire ranking published by Forbes reveals that although the number of Arab billionaires has slightly declined, their total wealth has grown significantly over the past year. According to the report, the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region now counts 37 Arab billionaires in 2026, compared with 39......

Morocco’s Office des Changes launches “OC E-Rendez-Vous” digital appointment application

Morocco’s Office des Changes has announced the launch of a new digital platform designed to streamline appointment scheduling and improve access to its public services. The institution introduced its new application, “OC E-Rendez-Vous,” aimed at organizing and managing appointments in a fully digital......

Two women and a minor arrested in Berrechid after circulating fake kidnapping video

Moroccan police have arrested two women and a minor in connection with the circulation of a misleading video falsely claiming a kidnapping in the city of Berrechid. According to a statement issued on Thursday by the General Directorate of National Security, the three suspects allegedly recorded and shared a video portraying a staged......

Love Brand 2025 | Soufiane El Bakkali among Moroccans’ favorite personalities

Beyond brands, certain public figures manage to establish a lasting presence in the collective imagination thanks to their performances and influence. The Love Brand study, revealed during the event Les Impériales, highlights these personalities who shape public opinion in Morocco. In the Personalities category, Soufiane El Bakkali......

ASMEX explores new business opportunities in London

The Moroccan Exporters Association (ASMEX), in partnership with the West London Chambers of Commerce, is organizing a B2B mission in London to meet qualified buyers and explore concrete business opportunities. The commercial mission is scheduled from May 11 to 14 and will include targeted B2B meetings, networking sessions, and site visits,......

Morocco’s Human Rights Council warns of ongoing irregular practices in private clinics

Morocco’s National Human Rights Council has raised concerns about the persistence of questionable practices in several private clinics, including the demand for unrecorded medical payments often referred to as “under-the-table” fees. The warning appears in the council’s latest annual report covering the 2024–2025......

Women still carry the hidden burden of family health

In 2026, one of the clearest signs of persistent inequality inside the home is not always visible in household budgets or chore charts. It appears in doctors’ appointments, treatment schedules, vaccination reminders, specialist visits and the constant monitoring of relatives’ health needs. A recent survey found that 92% of women......

Morocco joins global push to expand civil nuclear energy

Morocco has joined an international coalition aimed at expanding the financing and development of civil nuclear energy projects as part of the global effort to accelerate decarbonization. The announcement was made during a nuclear energy summit held in Paris, where participating countries reaffirmed the role of nuclear power in achieving long-term......

Love Brand 2025 | Kawtar Bamo among Moroccans’ favorite influencers

Every year, the Love Brand study reveals the brands and personalities that most shape public opinion in Morocco. Presented as part of the Les Impériales event, the analysis also highlights the influencers most appreciated by the public. In the Influencers category, Kawtar Bamo ranked second in the 2025 ranking. Love Brand 2025: a study......

Love Brand 2025 | Mercedes-Benz among consumers’ favorite brands in Morocco

Beyond simple brand awareness, some brands manage to establish a lasting relationship with their customers. This is precisely what the Love Brand study reveals, presented during the major event Les Impériales, which highlights the brands most appreciated by consumers in Morocco. In the Automobile category, Mercedes-Benz ranked first......

Indonesian suspect wanted by Interpol arrested in Marrakech

Moroccan police authorities have arrested a 63-year-old Indonesian national in the city of Marrakech after discovering that he was the subject of an international arrest request issued through Interpol. The arrest was carried out by officers from the Brigade Nationale de la Police Judiciaire in coordination with local police services. Authorities......

Moroccan ICT market expected to surpass $10 billion by 2030

The Moroccan information and communications technology (ICT) market is on a strong growth trajectory, driven by the widespread rollout of 5G, rapid cloud adoption, and accelerated digitalization in the public sector. Industry reports project that the market will reach $10.08 billion by 2030, up from $7.40 billion in 2026, representing an average......

Casablanca woman sentenced to 7 years in prison for sexual exploitation of minor

A court in Casablanca has sentenced a woman to seven years in prison for human trafficking and sexual exploitation of a minor. The ruling was delivered by the criminal chamber of the Court of Appeal, while a second defendant in the case was acquitted. The main accused, identified as Aïcha T., was found guilty of recruiting and exploiting......

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