RNI leadership transition: Mohamed Chouki emerges as candidate to succeed Aziz Akhannouch

Morocco’s political scene is entering a new phase as the National Rally of Independents (RNI) prepares for a leadership transition. During a meeting held at the party’s central headquarters in Rabat, the RNI’s political bureau approved the submission of Mohamed Chouki’s candidacy for the party’s presidency to......

Visas, residence permits and integration: Moroccans at the center of France’s migration dynamics

Recent official data on immigration in France highlight the central role played by Moroccan nationals in the country’s migration landscape. Whether through short-term mobility, long-term settlement or integration pathways, Moroccans continue to stand out as one of the most prominent non-European communities in the French Republic. After......

Drug trafficking: six arrests and over 5,300 pills seized in Kénitra and Khémisset

Police authorities in Kénitra and Khémisset conducted two separate anti-drug operations on January 27, targeting the trafficking of psychotropic substances and the illegal distribution of diverted medical drugs. In Kénitra, five individuals, including a woman, were arrested in the act. Searches at the scene led to the......

Tourism: after a record 2025, the ONMT approves its 2026 action plan

The Moroccan National Tourist Office (ONMT) has approved its action plan and budget for 2026 after reporting record results for 2025. The announcement came during a board meeting chaired by Fatim-Zahra Ammor, Minister of Tourism, Handicrafts, and Social Economy. In 2025, Morocco welcomed nearly 20 million visitors, a 14% increase compared......

Automotive industry: Spanish group Airtificial strengthens its presence in Morocco

The Spanish technology company Airtificial has announced new contracts with international clients in the automotive sector, including a strategic project in Morocco, reflecting the firm’s drive for global expansion and geographic diversification. According to the company, Morocco is a promising market for the automotive industry due......

Morocco’s dams exceed 9 billion cubic meters, while Oum Er-Rbia remains under pressure

Morocco’s recent rainfall has significantly improved the country’s overall water situation, with total reservoir storage now exceeding 9 billion cubic meters, representing an average filling rate of 54%, according to the Ministry of Equipment and Water. Despite this positive trend, the distribution remains uneven, and some key......

Anfa realties continues its success story in dar bouazza with les villas d'anfa 5

Anfa Realties continues to grow its footprint in Dar Bouazza with the launch of Les Villas d’Anfa 5, a new residential project offering a blend of space, nature, and modern living close to Casablanca. The development follows the successful completion of four earlier phases, which are already inhabited and have established a vibrant neighborhood. The......

Forbes mena highlights benjelloun and akhannouch among the fastest-growing fortunes in 2025

According to recent rankings published by Forbes Middle East, the families of Moroccan business leaders Othman Benjelloun and Aziz Akhannouch are among the seven families in the MENA region whose wealth recorded the strongest growth in 2025. Over a period of less than one year, marked by economic uncertainty and ongoing geopolitical......

Motorcyclist arrested in Casablanca for dangerous stunt riding

Police authorities in Casablanca have arrested a motorcyclist suspected of engaging in dangerous stunt riding on public roads, putting other road users at serious risk. The arrest was carried out in the Anfa security district as part of ongoing efforts to combat hazardous driving behavior. According to official sources, the operation followed......

Morocco and Senegal sign 17 cooperation agreements at 15th joint commission

The 15th session of the High Joint Commission for Morocco-Senegal partnership concluded with the signing of 17 legal instruments spanning multiple sectors, alongside a joint communiqué and meeting minutes. This milestone gathering, held January 26-27, 2026, in Rabat, underscores the shared commitment of both nations to deepen bilateral......

Morocco's dams reach 52.6% capacity amid ongoing water recovery efforts

Morocco's network of dams has achieved an overall fill rate of 52.6 percent as of Monday, January 26, 2026, holding approximately 8.8 billion cubic meters of water from total available resources. This milestone reflects a robust rebound driven by recent heavy rains following prolonged drought years that had pushed levels below 30 percent......

Best-selling car brands in Morocco in 2025

The Moroccan automotive market continued to show strong performance in 2025, marked by intense competition among major car brands. Industry analysts highlight notable shifts in market shares, reflecting changing consumer preferences and the growing demand for both domestic and imported vehicles. Brands traditionally popular among Moroccan......

Moroccan and Senegalese leaders bolster bilateral cooperation

The Moroccan Head of Government, Aziz Akhannouch, met with Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko in Rabat on January 26, 2026, to discuss strengthening ties between the two nations. The meeting coincided with the 15th session of the Morocco-Senegal Joint Cooperation Commission, part of a working visit by the Senegalese leader. Key officials,......

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