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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......
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......
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 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......
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......
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,......
Fava beans are a key staple crop widely grown across North Africa, particularly in Sudan, Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco. Valued for their high protein content and versatility in local diets, these beans contribute significantly to food security in the region. The cultivation of fava beans has expanded in recent years, supported by......
Recent data highlights Android's continued dominance over iPhone in smartphone markets across Arab countries, with notable variations between nations. In conflict-affected areas, Android's market share exceeds 90 percent, while affluent Gulf states exhibit stronger iPhone adoption. This divergence underscores the influence of economic......
Africa’s military balance remains largely stable in 2026, according to the latest Global Fire Power (GFP) ranking, despite several shifts within the continent’s top ten. The annual index evaluates the military strength of 145 countries worldwide using more than 60 indicators related to manpower, equipment, finances, logistics,......
Severe flooding caused by heavy rainfall has isolated the Tanger 2 prison in northern Morocco, forcing authorities to implement exceptional measures to ensure security and maintain operations, according to local sources. Rising water levels inundated several access roads to the detention facility located in the Ain Dalia area, making it difficult......
The foundation works of a key railway bridge on Morocco’s Kenitra–Marrakech high-speed rail line have been successfully completed, marking an important milestone in the development of the project. The bridge, which extends over more than 440 meters, is based on a mixed steel-and-concrete structure designed to support train speeds......
Heavy snowfall has severely disrupted road traffic in the Moroccan provinces of Ifrane and Midelt, causing partial and full closures on several major national and regional routes over the past hours. Unusually harsh winter conditions have led to the accumulation of thick snow layers on key road networks, prompting local authorities and road......
The city of Casablanca is preparing to introduce a financial fee targeting major waste producers as part of a broader reform of its urban cleanliness and waste management system. Under the proposed measure, large generators of waste—such as hotels, restaurants and fast-food establishments—would be required to pay for the transport......
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