Morocco strengthens global tourism position with record-breaking visitor numbers
Morocco continues to solidify its standing on the global tourism map, attracting 13.5 million international visitors by the end of August 2025. According to the Ministry of Tourism, this represents a 15% year-on-year increase, showcasing the resilience of the sector and the success of Morocco’s strategic tourism initiatives. Growing......
Cybersecurity drives Morocco’s digital sovereignty and economic resilience
Cybersecurity has become a cornerstone of Morocco’s digital sovereignty and a key driver of economic growth, stated Abdeltif Loudyi, Morocco’s Minister Delegate for National Defense Administration, at the opening of the Regional Cyber Week in Rabat. Loudyi emphasized that investing in cybersecurity not only mitigates risks but......
Morocco predicts record olive harvest, olive oil prices set to halve
Morocco is on track for a record-breaking olive harvest this year, offering relief to consumers after a challenging season that saw olive oil prices soar to unprecedented levels. Producers forecast that the country’s olive oil output could more than double, significantly easing market pressures. Record production forecast According......
Moroccan jewelers move to formalize gold trade with new import company
Moroccan jewelers are preparing to launch a gold import company under the leadership of the Moroccan Federation of Jewelers. This initiative seeks to combat the dominance of the informal market and establish a more regulated and stable gold industry in Morocco. Tackling informality in the gold sector The Moroccan gold market has long been......
Elon Musk’s $1 billion Tesla stock buy sparks investor optimism amid EV market challenges
Elon Musk has made a bold move to reinforce confidence in Tesla, purchasing nearly $1 billion worth of its stock in open-market transactions. This marks his first such acquisition since 2020, as Musk acquired approximately 2.57 million shares at prices ranging from $372.37 to $396.54 per share. The transaction slightly increased his ownership......
Morocco opens submissions for 23rd National Press Grand Prix competition
Morocco’s Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Communication has officially launched the 23rd edition of the National Press Grand Prix (GPNP), coinciding with National Information Day. This prestigious event celebrates excellence in journalism across Morocco, recognizing outstanding contributions in various fields of media and creative reporting. Wide......
Central African Republic secures $9 billion investment with Morocco’s support
The President of the Central African Republic (CAR), Faustin-Archange Touadéra, praised His Majesty King Mohammed VI for his instrumental role in facilitating a landmark investment roundtable in Casablanca, which secured $9 billion in commitments to fund CAR’s National Development Plan (NDP) 2024-2028. A transformative milestone......
Morocco leads Africa’s tourism surge with record-breaking growth in 2025
Global tourism saw a steady upswing in the first half of 2025, with international arrivals rising by 5% compared to the same period in 2024. According to the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism), 690 million travelers crossed international borders between January and June, exceeding pre-pandemic levels recorded in 2019. Africa......
UN investigation concludes Israel’s actions in Gaza constitute genocide, top officials implicated
A United Nations investigation has determined that Israel’s military actions in Gaza amount to genocide, a landmark conclusion that brings global attention to the ongoing suffering of Palestinians. The findings, announced by the UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, come after nearly......
Moscow-Morocco trade surges 73% as Russian exporters target North Africa
Trade between Moscow and Morocco has surged by 73% in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period last year, reflecting a major expansion of Russian economic activities in North Africa. Anatoly Garbuzov, Minister of the Moscow City Government and Head of the Department of Investment and Industrial Policy, attributed the growth to heightened......
Aya Gold & Silver unveils promising gold discovery in Morocco
Aya Gold & Silver has announced the discovery of a potential new gold zone in Morocco, further advancing its exploration efforts in the country. The Canadian mining company revealed on Monday that the find was made at the Asirem site, located west of the Boumadine corridor. Aya described the area as a "promising new target" with......
Morocco’s industrial sector grows 7% in second quarter as manufacturing and mining thrive
Morocco’s industrial landscape demonstrated strong growth in the second quarter of 2025, with overall industrial output rising 7% year-on-year, according to the High Commission for Planning (HCP). This performance underscores robust expansion in manufacturing, mining, and energy sectors, buoyed by strategic government investments in......
Moroccan students remain the largest foreign student community in France
Moroccan students continue to hold the position as the largest foreign student community in France, according to newly released data from Campus France, the agency responsible for promoting higher education in the country. Over 42,000 Moroccan students are currently enrolled in French universities, representing 10% of the international student......
Shibarium bridge exploit drains $2.4M, exposing critical vulnerabilities
The Shibarium Layer-2 network suffered a devastating flash-loan attack, resulting in the loss of $2.4 million in assets. The breach, which alarmed the Shiba Inu (SHIB) community, exploited governance mechanisms and validator controls, highlighting significant security risks within cross-chain bridges. The attack occurred when an unidentified......
US congressman highlights Morocco as a key ally in North Africa
Morocco has been reaffirmed as a “long-standing ally” and “trusted partner” of the United States in North Africa and the Middle East, according to US Congressman Mike Lawler. Advocating for stronger bilateral ties, Lawler emphasized the importance of the historic partnership that dates back to 1777. Lawler, who serves......