Patrice Motsepe thanks HM King Mohammed VI for royal pardon granted to Senegalese supporters

CAF President Patrice Motsepe has publicly expressed his gratitude to His Majesty Mohammed VI following the royal pardon granted to Senegalese supporters who had been sentenced after incidents linked to the final of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, hosted in Morocco. In an official statement released by the Confederation of African......

Casablanca Tramway and Busway workers protest over working conditions

Employees of the tramway and busway networks in Casablanca have launched a protest movement to denounce what they describe as deteriorating working conditions and insufficient social benefits. The demonstration was organized by the Union Marocaine du Travail (UMT), one of Morocco’s largest labor unions. According to union representatives,......

Royal pardon allows Senegalese supporters to return home from Morocco

Senegalese football supporters convicted in Morocco following incidents linked to the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations have returned to Senegal after receiving a royal pardon from HM king Mohammed VI. The supporters arrived at Blaise Diagne International Airport, where they were welcomed by Senegalese authorities and relatives. The......

Police dog units take on new role in cybercrime investigations through electronic device detection

The General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) has expanded the mission of its police dog units in Morocco by introducing a new specialization focused on the detection of electronic devices used in criminal investigations. This new capability allows trained police dogs to identify hidden or concealed electronic equipment such as mobile......

Spain expels alleged criminal gang leader to Morocco after dozens of arrests

Spanish authorities have deported a Moroccan national to Morocco after years of legal proceedings linked to multiple criminal offenses and repeated arrests across Spain. According to the Spanish National Police, the suspect had been arrested around 40 times and convicted on nine occasions for crimes including attempted homicide, violent robbery,......

Orange Maroc expands support for Morocco’s growing esports industry

Orange Maroc strengthened its position in Morocco’s gaming sector during the Morocco Gaming Expo 2026 in Rabat through a series of partnerships focused on esports development, digital culture, and youth talent support. The company announced three strategic agreements aimed at expanding opportunities for Moroccan gamers and regional esports......

Morocco manages hajj 2026 with coordinated airport operations

Morocco conducted the outbound phase of Hajj 2026 from May 5 to 21, coordinating across the national airport network. The operation, one of the largest annual mobilizations in the country's air transport sector, ensured Moroccan pilgrims departed for the holy sites with smooth processes, organized flows, and quality services. The effort......

Souk Larbaa prison denies allegations of mistreatment

The local prison of Souk Larbaa Local Prison has strongly denied allegations circulating on social media claiming that a detainee was subjected to mistreatment, including denial of medical care, food, and drinking water. In an official statement, the administration rejected the claims as unfounded and misleading. It stressed that the detainee,......

Morocco tomato exports extend lead over Spain globally

Morocco has strengthened its position in the global fresh tomato trade, maintaining its lead over Spain for a fourth consecutive year in export volumes and widening its advantage in value for a second year. The shift reflects a broader realignment in agricultural competitiveness between the two countries, driven by sustained growth in Moroccan......

Achraf Hakimi challenges referral to trial before the Versailles Court of Appeal

Moroccan international footballer Achraf Hakimi is contesting his referral to trial before the Versailles Court of Appeal in Versailles, as legal proceedings in an alleged sexual assault case continue. The appeal hearing comes as the player challenges a decision ordering him to stand trial following accusations made by a French woman in 2023.......

Panama reiterates support for Morocco’s autonomy plan on Sahara

The Republic of Panama has reaffirmed its consistent position in support of Morocco’s autonomy initiative regarding the Sahara dispute, during a high-level visit to Morocco. The statement was made in Rabat by Panama’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Carlos Arturo Hoyos Boyd, following discussions with Morocco’s Minister......

Morocco loses native wheat and barley varieties amid biodiversity decline

Morocco has lost nearly 75 percent of its native wheat and barley varieties over the past five decades, marking a sharp erosion of its agricultural biodiversity. The disappearance of these traditional seeds has raised concerns over food security, environmental stability, and the resilience of farming systems facing increasing climate stress. The......

We4She Casablanca 2026 puts women’s economic inclusion at the heart of Morocco’s growth strategy

In Casablanca yesterday, the We4She network gathered business leaders, public officials, institutions, and civil society actors around a single message that has shifted from advocacy to mainstream policy: women’s economic inclusion is no longer a side issue but a core lever of national growth, governance, and competitiveness. Moderated......

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