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The Moroccan Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research, and Innovation has clarified the criteria for awarding university scholarships to master’s students for the 2025-2026 academic year. The guidelines, announced by Minister Azzedine El Midaoui, are based on social and academic merit. According to the minister, scholarships......

Morocco has emerged as one of the countries under consideration for the possible acquisition of the next-generation M1E3 Abrams main battle tank, according to a recent report by the U.S. Congressional Research Service (CRS). The mention places the North African kingdom among a limited group of trusted allies potentially eligible for access......

The Provincial Vigilance Committee of Chtouka Ait-Baha announced that all public and private schools in the province will be closed on Monday. This decision follows a weather alert issued by the General Directorate of Meteorology and is based on continuous monitoring of the situation in the province, the committee stated in a press release......

Morocco has reiterated its strong support for the national unity and territorial sovereignty of Yemen, emphasizing its rejection of any actions that could undermine the country’s independence, according to a statement from the Moroccan Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Expatriates. The ministry said that......

The dollar/dirham exchange rate depreciated by 0.56% during the week of December 22–26, 2025, moving from 9.17 to 9.11, according to Attijari Global Research (AGR). This decline was influenced by a combination of factors, including a -0.4% basket effect linked to the dollar’s depreciation against the euro and a -0.16% liquidity......

Morocco has implemented a rebate system for milling soft wheat imports from January to April 2026, as outlined in a circular from the National Interprofessional Office for Cereals and Legumes (ONICL). This initiative, driven by the ministries of economy, finance, and agriculture, aims to stabilize domestic supply and curb price fluctuations......

Under the leadership of HM King Mohammed VI, Morocco has made energy transition a national priority, positioning itself as a regional leader in renewable energy and sustainable mobility. Through long-term planning, strategic reforms, and large-scale investments, the Kingdom is reshaping its energy landscape while strengthening its economic......

Educational authorities in several Moroccan provinces have announced a temporary suspension of classes as a precautionary measure in response to adverse weather conditions. Provincial directorates of the Ministry of National Education, Preschool and Sports confirmed that schools in Sidi Bennour, Settat and El Jadida will close for part of......

Water reservoirs in the Bouregreg-Chaouia basin have reached a high average storage level, reflecting a significant improvement in water availability compared with last year. According to data released by the Bouregreg-Chaouia Hydraulic Basin Agency, dams in the region recorded an average fill rate of 88.31% as of January 2. The total volume......

Speculation is mounting over Morocco’s potential participation in the 2026 Arabian Gulf Cup in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as regional media report plans to invite powerhouse Arab teams like Morocco, Egypt, Jordan, and Algeria. According to Qatari outlet Al-Arab, the Gulf Football Association is exploring an expansion to elevate the tournament’s......

In 2025, Moroccan citizens filed nearly 163,694 complaints against public administrations through the national platform “Chikaya.ma,” with over two-thirds of cases processed. The platform, launched in 2018, enables citizens to submit grievances, track their progress, and provide feedback. Data shows that 66.14% of complaints were......

Sakina Karchaoui, the left-back for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), has become a rising star in the world of sports, shining on both French and international stages. Named among the three "sexiest" athletes in France in a survey conducted by Discurv and published in late December 2025, the Franco-Moroccan captivates with her natural charisma,......

Zohour Alaoui, a prominent Moroccan figure in education and cultural advocacy, has been appointed head of the Administrative Council of the International Union of French Language Leagues (UICN) associated with UNESCO. This pivotal election, finalized in December 2025 during a session in Paris, places her in a strategic position to address......