ACWA Power secures NOOR Midelt 2 and 3 solar projects in Morocco
ACWA Power, a Saudi-based leader in renewable energy, has been awarded the NOOR Midelt 2 and NOOR Midelt 3 solar projects following an international tender organized by the Moroccan Agency for Sustainable Energy (MASEN). These large-scale photovoltaic power plants are poised to bolster Morocco’s renewable energy ambitions under its 2030......
Moroccan household debt declines slightly in 2024, government workers remain most indebted
Moroccan households saw a modest reduction in their debt burden in 2024, with the average debt-to-income ratio falling to 34%, down from 35% in 2023. The findings come from the 2024 annual financial stability report, jointly published by Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), the Insurance and Social Welfare Control Authority (ACAPS), and the Moroccan Capital......
UN envoy praises Morocco’s pivotal role in fostering peace in Libya
The United Nations Special Representative for Libya, Hanna Serwaa Tetteh, has commended Morocco for its unwavering support in advancing peace and political dialogue among Libyan factions. During a meeting on Monday with Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita in Rabat, Tetteh expressed her "deep appreciation" for Morocco's constructive......
TikTok removes over 1 million videos in Morocco during Q1 2025
TikTok has revealed that it removed 1,040,981 videos from its platform in Morocco during the first quarter of 2025. The takedowns were part of the company’s ongoing efforts to enforce community guidelines and ensure content safety across the platform. The social media giant’s Community Guidelines Enforcement Report, released on......
US reiterates unwavering support for Morocco’s sovereignty over Sahara
The United States has reaffirmed its steadfast support for Morocco’s sovereignty over Sahara, dismissing ongoing attempts by Algeria to challenge this position. Senior US officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Senior Advisor Massad Boulos, have reiterated Washington’s recognition of Morocco’s autonomy plan......
Morocco suspends local official over alleged corruption in Marrakech
Morocco’s Ministry of Interior has announced the suspension of a Caid, a local administrative authority in Marrakech, following allegations of corruption. The decision is part of the ministry’s commitment to enforcing “public service ethics” and ensuring accountability among its officials. Investigation and administrative......
Ryanair baggage handler strike to disrupt major Spanish airports from mid-August
Passengers flying with Ryanair from Spain’s main airports may face disruptions as a strike by Azul Handling, the airline’s ground operations subsidiary, is set to begin during the peak summer season. The walkout, called by Spain’s UGT union, highlights grievances over worker sanctions, excessive overtime, and unstable employment......
Greek climber dies after fatal fall in Mont Blanc massif
A Greek mountaineer in his thirties tragically lost his life on Monday, August 4, after falling several hundred meters in the infamous Goûter couloir of the Mont Blanc massif. According to the High Mountain Gendarmerie Platoon (PGHM) of Chamonix, the victim was descending alone and without a safety rope when the accident occurred. Technical......
Canada delivers critical aid to Gaza amid plans to recognize Palestinian state
Canada has airdropped over 21,600 pounds of humanitarian aid to Gaza as part of an urgent response to the escalating humanitarian crisis in the territory. The operation, carried out by the Canadian Armed Forces using a CC-130J Hercules aircraft, underscores the country’s growing involvement in addressing Gaza’s dire needs. The......
Two dead, six injured in shooting after Los Angeles music festival
A shooting following a music festival in downtown Los Angeles early Monday morning left two people dead and six others injured, according to local authorities. Details of the incident The shooting occurred in the warehouse district of central Los Angeles after a party linked to the festival. Police spokesperson Norma Eisenman stated that......
Trump establishes Olympics task force to streamline 2028 Los Angeles Games preparations
President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order establishing a White House Olympics task force to oversee security, logistics, and other critical preparations for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. The initiative is designed to coordinate efforts between federal, state, and local governments and streamline operations for the......
Trump fires labor official after weak jobs report, escalates investigations into opponents
President Donald Trump dismissed Erika McEntarfer, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) commissioner, following a disappointing July jobs report showing only 73,000 new jobs created. The move, which has sparked criticism from economists and political analysts, comes amid a broader wave of investigations and actions targeting Trump’s......
Morocco’s unemployment rate drops slightly to 12.8% but challenges persist
Morocco’s unemployment rate fell to 12.8% in the second quarter of 2025, down from 13.1% during the same period last year, according to figures released by the High Commission for Planning (HCP). This marks the first decline after several quarters of rising unemployment, driven largely by job creation in urban areas. Urban job growth......
Beijing lifts severe weather alert after mass evacuations as flood risks persist
Beijing lifted its red rainstorm alert, the highest level in China’s weather warning system, early Tuesday morning while urging residents to remain cautious against potential disasters. Over 82,000 people had been evacuated due to fears of deadly flooding in the capital and its surrounding areas. Heavy rains and mass evacuations The......
Revealed: Morocco’s vital role in Algeria’s fight for independence
French intelligence documents, recently declassified and analyzed, have shed light on Morocco’s profound support for Algeria during its independence struggle. Led by King Mohammed V, Morocco’s involvement extended far beyond diplomatic gestures, providing military, logistical, and humanitarian aid that became a cornerstone of Algeria’s......