Morocco dam reservoirs reach 75 percent capacity nationwide
Morocco’s dam reservoirs have reached 75 percent capacity, marking a total stored volume of 12.88 billion cubic meters, according to the latest official hydrological data released on June 4. Authorities presented the figures during a public briefing focused on national water resources, confirming a significant recovery in storage levels......
Six moroccan universities enter CWUR 2026 top 2000 ranking
The 2026 CWUR world university ranking places six Moroccan universities among the 2,000 best higher education institutions globally. The classification evaluates more than 21,300 universities worldwide using indicators linked to research output, alumni performance, employability, and academic recognition. The University Mohammed V of Rabat......
ONCF carries nearly two million passengers during eid travel surge
The national railway operator transported close to two million passengers during the Eid travel period as mobility demand surged across Morocco. The operation covered the peak holiday window and aimed to maintain service continuity across major rail corridors. Between 20 May and 7 June, the railway network ran an expanded schedule to absorb......
Morocco declares 62 cities free of slums under housing program
Morocco has declared 62 cities and urban centers free of slums as part of a long-running national housing policy aimed at improving living conditions for low-income households. Officials said the progress reflects sustained intervention in informal settlements and expanded public housing efforts across multiple regions. Since its launch in......
José Mourinho considers Real Madrid return under Pérez
José Mourinho has signaled openness to a possible return to Real Madrid as the club enters a decisive presidential election period. The Portuguese coach linked his potential comeback to the continuation of Florentino Pérez at the helm of the Spanish giants, setting the tone for renewed speculation around the club’s leadership......
Morocco industry and construction sectors signal moderate second quarter growth
Morocco’s High Commission for Planning (HCP) reported mixed performance across the country’s secondary sector during the first quarter of 2026, while forecasting moderate growth for the second quarter. The assessment covers manufacturing, extractive industries, energy, environmental services, and construction, based on quarterly......
IFC backed funding drives Pickalbatros expansion across Morocco
Egyptian hospitality group Pickalbatros Hotels & Resorts is preparing a significant expansion in Morocco through a major investment initiative supported by the International Finance Corporation, the private-sector financing arm of the World Bank Group. The proposed package includes financing of up to $165 million and could eventually rise......
Morocco training system leaves most companies without support
Morocco’s continuing workforce training system is failing to reach the vast majority of businesses despite broad participation in its funding mechanism, according to a new assessment by the Economic, Social and Environmental Council. The report warns that structural weaknesses are limiting access to training programs and reducing their......
Morocco growth set to reach 5% as agriculture rebounds
Morocco’s economy is expected to expand by 5% in 2026 after an estimated growth rate of 4.6% in 2025, supported by a recovery in agricultural production and continued investment in major infrastructure projects. The latest economic outlook projects that growth will moderate to 3.9% in 2027 but remain above recent levels despite increasing......
Tamwilcom launches Jossour 2030 to drive MAD 300 billion financing
Tamwilcom has unveiled its 2026-2030 strategic roadmap, known as “Jossour 2030,” with the goal of mobilizing MAD 300 billion in financing and generating MAD 170 billion in commitments over the next five years. The Moroccan public financial institution also seeks to stimulate more than MAD 60 billion in private investment while......
Marjane Satrapi, Persepolis creator, dies at 56 in Paris
Marjane Satrapi, the Franco-Iranian graphic novelist and filmmaker behind Persepolis, has died in Paris at the age of 56. Her family announced her death on Thursday, marking the end of a career that reshaped contemporary graphic literature and brought Iranian personal history to a global audience. Born in Rasht, Iran, in 1969, Satrapi grew......
Bankless cofounder exits ether positions after thesis shift
David Hoffman, cofounder of Bankless, sold all of his ether holdings in mid May after years of public support for Ethereum. The move marked a clear break from one of the most visible long term advocates of the asset. He confirmed the decision through public statements and later interviews, drawing attention across the crypto sector. Hoffman......
Netanyahu says US and Israel ready for renewed Iran strikes
Iran’s escalating missile and drone activity across the Gulf has sharpened regional tensions, as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that both the United States and Israel remain prepared for further military action against Tehran. The remarks come after attacks attributed to Iran targeted areas linked to Kuwait and Bahrain,......
Morocco faces persistent gender inequality despite legal progress
Morocco has achieved significant legal advances for women over the past two decades, yet structural gender inequalities continue to persist and reproduce themselves, depriving the country of a substantial portion of its economic and social potential, according to a new analysis by former minister Nouzha Chekrouni. The Senior Fellow at the......
Mental health taboo cracks in Morocco as depression rates surge
Mental health has long been pushed to the sidelines, yet it now occupies an increasingly prominent place in global societal debates. Stress, anxiety, depression, burnout and addictions affect more people than ever, across all ages and social backgrounds. In Morocco however, many still hesitate to speak openly about their psychological suffering,......