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Morocco has approved a new decree defining eligibility criteria and procedures for granting special financial aid to orphaned and abandoned children housed in accredited social protection institutions. The decision forms part of the implementation of Article 16 of Law 58-23 on direct social aid, aiming to ensure equitable support for children......

Morocco and Japan have strengthened their long-standing partnership in the fisheries sector by signing a new grant agreement to advance the redevelopment of the Souiria K’dima fishing village. The initiative aims to modernize artisanal fishing infrastructure, support the blue economy, and drive sustainable growth along Morocco’s......

Morocco has secured a place among the top three tech startup ecosystems in Africa, according to the 2025 edition of the Digital Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Index (DEEI) released by the Vienna Institute for Global Studies (VIGS). Alongside South Africa and Mauritius, the Kingdom continues to strengthen its position as a regional hub for digital......

Heavy snowfall disrupted road traffic across several regions of Morocco on Wednesday, leading to the closure of 16 national, regional, and provincial roads in eight provinces, according to the General Directorate of Roads under the Ministry of Equipment and Water. As of 9:15 a.m. on December 24, authorities reported that snow accumulation......

The Royal Moroccan Armed Forces (FAR) have officially received the first batch of WhAP 8×8 armored vehicles, manufactured locally by Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) in Morocco. The Indian defense giant announced the delivery on Wednesday, describing it as a “major milestone” in Morocco-India military cooperation. TASL......

The Moroccan Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AMMPS) clarified reports circulating online that suggested the World Health Organization (WHO) had officially evaluated Morocco’s national drug and vaccine regulatory system. In a statement released on Tuesday, December 23, the agency emphasized that the WHO’s Global Benchmarking......

Saham Paiements is set to acquire part of the merchant portfolio of Morocco’s Interbank Monetary Center (CMI), in line with the national initiative to modernize payment services. The move aims to increase competition among payment institutions, encouraging innovation and diversified solutions for Moroccan merchants. Mohamed El Morabit,......

Moroccan judicial police have launched investigations into eight individuals suspected of illegally reselling tickets for Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) matches taking place in Morocco. The arrests follow a surge in complaints from fans angry over soaring black market prices and widespread fraud linked to unauthorized resales. Cyber units......

More than 833,000 people have been targeted this winter by Morocco’s National Plan to Mitigate the Effects of Cold Waves, Interior Minister Abdelouafi Laftit announced on Monday during a parliamentary session. Responding to oral questions at the House of Representatives on measures adopted to address severe cold in mountainous areas,......

Morocco has recorded a steady decline in cervical cancer incidence rates over recent years, according to the Minister of Health and Social Protection, Amine Tahraoui, who addressed the issue on Monday in Rabat. Speaking before the House of Representatives during a question session on measures to combat the spread of cervical cancer, the minister......

Morocco’s Capital Market Authority (AMMC) has urged the public and investors to remain vigilant against fraudulent trading platforms and unlicensed financial advice, as cases of deceptive investment practices continue to rise. Growing risks in online investment advice In a statement issued on Monday, the AMMC highlighted a concerning......

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations continues on Tuesday, December 23, with the official kick-off of Group C and Group D matches. Several continental heavyweights will make their tournament debut as the competition gains momentum across Moroccan stadiums. Group D will open the day’s fixtures with a clash between the Democratic Republic of......

The reform bill aimed at reorganizing Morocco’s National Press Council has been approved by the Commission on Education, Cultural and Social Affairs at the House of Councillors. The draft law No. 026.25 was adopted by a narrow majority during a meeting held in the presence of the Minister of Youth, Culture and Communication, Mohamed......