Breaking 16:25 Female artists set to headline Mawazine music festival lineup 2026 16:16 National workshop in Rabat to defend best interests of children 16:12 Peugeot launches E-208 GTi electric debut at Le Mans 16:09 Opel Astra expands lineup across electric hybrid diesel options 16:06 Morocco car rental sector faces price war and overcapacity warning 16:02 World Cup 2026 hidden factors could decide team outcomes 15:49 Casablanca to host inwi village fan zone for 2026 world cup support 15:42 Electoral list registration closes June 13 midnight deadline 15:37 Casablanca wholesale prices fall as tomatoes and apricots decline 15:35 Morocco’s ambassador begins diplomatic mission in Indonesia ceremony 15:23 Morocco plans Atlantic maritime control center to secure sea traffic 15:11 Sweden’s Trelleborg opens MAD 130 million aerospace manufacturing plant in Morocco 15:03 Rabat becomes the permanent headquarters of the African Prosecutors Association 14:28 US marks 250 years of independence with Morocco partnership celebration 14:19 Moroccan painter Saad Hassani dies at 77 in Casablanca 13:48 History exhibition opens in Montpellier celebrating Morocco heritage and diversity 13:43 24 killed in Morocco urban traffic accidents in one week 13:20 MetLife Stadium completes preparations for Morocco, Brazil World Cup opener 13:17 Morocco approves overhaul of direct social aid system 13:12 Mohamed Ouahbi takes charge of Morocco with World Cup challenge ahead 13:07 Morocco faces demanding World Cup group with Brazil opener 13:05 Morocco services activity declines as wholesale trade remains steady 12:15 Casablanca Marathon at the center of new strategy to boost sports tourism in Morocco 09:52 Morocco hosts African counterterrorism summit amid rising threats 08:36 U.S. Embassy in Rabat marks 250th independence anniversary and highlights long-standing U.S.–Morocco partnership 08:32 Morocco sets hajj fee payment window for 1448 season 08:29 Over one in ten Brussels residents born Moroccan nationality in 2025 08:26 Moroccan mothers lead foreign births in Spain’s Basque Country 08:24 Morocco hosts Egyptian trade mission to expand food ties 08:12 ZONA brings immersive electronic music showcase back to Marrakech 08:11 Crédit Agricole du Maroc launches nationwide World Cup 2026 campaign 07:40 Bourita and UN counterterrorism official discuss African security cooperation 07:20 Fès-Meknès launches first regional health governance council

Morocco emerges as a strategic hub linking Indian industries to Europe and Africa

Morocco is increasingly positioning itself as a key industrial and logistical gateway connecting Indian companies to both European and African markets, according to analysis published by the Indian newspaper The Economic Times. Citing a recent report from the African Development Bank on industrialization in Africa, the article highlights......

Morocco economy grows 4.9 percent on agriculture rebound and investment surge

Morocco’s economy expanded by 4.9 percent in 2025, accelerating from 4.4 percent the previous year, according to national accounts. The performance marks the country’s strongest annual growth since the post-pandemic recovery phase. The expansion was driven by a rebound in agriculture and a sharp rise in domestic investment activity. Agriculture......

The XI of the Week: Between World Cup fever and rising momentum ahead of the legislative elections

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup draws closer and attention turns to the United States, where the Atlas Lions are preparing to compete with the ambitions of football’s greatest nations, the Moroccan platform “Walaw” has chosen to adopt a distinctly sporting tone to revisit the week’s political and governmental news. Through......

Moroccan universities gain recognition in the CWUR 2026 global rankings

Morocco has strengthened its presence in international higher education rankings, with six universities featured in the 2026 edition of the Center for World University Rankings (CWUR) Global 2000 list. The achievement reflects the growing visibility of Moroccan universities on the global academic stage and highlights ongoing efforts to improve......

Moroccan poultry farmers warn of deepening crisis in the chicken industry

Morocco's poultry sector is facing growing challenges as chicken producers report increasing financial pressure caused by falling farm-gate prices and rising production costs. Industry representatives have warned that the situation is becoming unsustainable for many poultry farms and could have wider implications for the country's......

Morocco strengthens regional healthcare governance through territorial health groups

Morocco continues to advance its healthcare reform agenda through the development of Territorial Health Groups, a governance model designed to improve coordination between healthcare institutions and enhance access to medical services across the country. The initiative forms part of broader efforts to modernize the national healthcare system......

African media forum in Bamako pushes narrative sovereignty

The first edition of the Pan-African Media Forum took place in Bamako from 3 to 6 June 2026, bringing together journalists, media executives, digital experts and institutional representatives. The event placed African media cooperation at the center of discussions under the theme of strengthening links between information actors across the......

UN envoy begins regional tour on Western Sahara talks

Staffan de Mistura, the United Nations Secretary-General’s personal envoy for the Sahara file, has begun a new regional tour aimed at restarting political negotiations under UN auspices. The visit comes at a moment of sustained diplomatic activity and renewed international attention on the long-standing dispute involving Morocco and......

Police shoot aggressive dog after attack at Azrou station

A police officer in Azrou used a service weapon during an incident at the entrance of a police station in the early hours of 8 June. The intervention followed a situation involving a man and a dog that unfolded at the site. A man aged 32 in a state of alcohol intoxication threatened officers with a bladed weapon. He also incited a dog to......

Morocco reports progress in education reform and student achievement

Morocco's government has highlighted significant progress in the implementation of its education reform strategy, emphasizing improvements in student learning outcomes and a notable reduction in school dropout rates. The reforms form part of a broader national effort to strengthen human capital and support long-term social and economic......

Tahar Ben Jelloun warns of cultural loss as artisans disappear

Returning to Fès means reconnecting with a deeply personal source of memory, according to Moroccan writer Tahar Ben Jelloun. Speaking at the Forum of the Festival of Fès of World Sacred Music, he reflected on the role of memory, transmission and craftsmanship in shaping a living culture. Through personal recollections and broader......

Morocco raises duty free allowance for marhaba 2026 travelers

Morocco has introduced new customs facilitation measures for Moroccans residing abroad ahead of Operation Marhaba 2026. The changes target returning nationals during the annual summer transit period and focus on easing administrative procedures and increasing financial thresholds for exemptions. The customs and indirect tax administration......

Xpeng enters Morocco completes North Africa EV push

Xpeng has officially expanded into Morocco, marking a new stage in its North African growth strategy. The Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer opened its first showroom on 1 April at Casablanca Finance City, positioning itself in one of the country’s main financial and commercial hubs. The move strengthens the company’s presence......

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