Morocco accelerates wind energy projects in southern provinces
Morocco is advancing its renewable energy ambitions, aiming to increase the share of clean energy to 52% by 2030. The North African nation is actively negotiating with Emirati companies, including Masdar, AMEA Power, and Taqa, to develop wind energy projects in the southern provinces of Sahara. These projects are projected to bring investments......
Morocco unifies health insurance system to expand social protection
Morocco’s Chamber of Councilors has approved comprehensive reforms to the country’s health insurance system, advancing King Mohammed VI’s vision of universal social protection. The legislation, known as Bill 54.23, restructures the mandatory health insurance (AMO) system by consolidating all schemes under the National Social......
Israel foreign minister optimistic about Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal amid ongoing talks
Israel’s foreign minister, Gideon Saar, expressed optimism on Wednesday about the possibility of reaching a ceasefire and a hostage-release agreement in Gaza, despite the lack of immediate progress in negotiations with the Palestinian militant group Hamas. The talks, currently underway in Doha, have stretched into their fourth day. Speaking......
US sanctions target firms tied to Iranian oil sales, citing links to Quds Force
The United States has imposed sanctions on 22 companies based in Hong Kong and Turkey for their alleged roles in facilitating the sale of Iranian oil, according to the US Treasury Department. The measures, announced on Wednesday, aim to disrupt financial networks that support Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ Quds Force,......
New Gaza-bound aid mission to challenge Israeli blockade
The Freedom Flotilla Coalition is preparing to launch a new humanitarian mission to Gaza, weeks after Israeli forces intercepted one of its vessels in international waters. The new ship, named Handala, is set to depart from the Italian port of Siracusa on July 13. The effort aims to deliver aid to Palestinians facing severe food shortages......
Severe thunderstorms to strike Moroccan regions amid ongoing heatwaves
The General Directorate of Meteorology in Morocco has issued an orange-level weather alert, warning of strong thunderstorms expected to hit several regions of the country today. The storms, accompanied by heavy rain, strong winds, and possible hail, are forecast to bring rainfall ranging from 15 to 30 millimeters. Affected regions The provinces......
Morocco advances overhaul of criminal procedure code to modernize justice system
Morocco’s House of Councillors has approved a draft law aimed at reforming the country’s Criminal Procedure Code, marking a significant step in modernizing the nation’s legal framework. Draft Law No. 03.23 was passed with 24 votes in favor, four against, and two abstentions. A pivotal move in justice reform Justice Minister......
Congo’s football chief accused of embezzling $1.3 million in FIFA funds
Jean-Guy Blaise Mayolas, president of the Congolese Football Federation (FECOFOOT), is facing legal scrutiny following accusations of embezzling $1.3 million in FIFA funds, including $500,000 designated for the women’s national team. Mayolas was arrested in late May by Congo’s central intelligence office and now faces charges......
Handala mission: Freedom Flotilla launches new humanitarian voyage to Gaza
The Freedom Flotilla Coalition has announced the launch of its latest mission to Gaza, named Handala, set to depart on July 13. This civilian-led humanitarian initiative aims to deliver life-saving aid and demonstrate global solidarity with Palestinians amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. “The vessel will carry life-saving......
Transfer talks stall as Hamza Igamane's Lille move hits a snag
Negotiations between Rangers and Lille over the transfer of Moroccan forward Hamza Igamane have reached an impasse due to disagreements on the transfer fee, according to journalist Sacha Tavolieri. Rangers are demanding €15 million for the 22-year-old striker, a significant increase from the €2.36 million they paid AS FAR just a......
Morocco reduces pre-trial detention rates to historic low
Morocco has achieved a groundbreaking milestone in its judicial system by reducing pre-trial detainees to less than 30% of the total prison population during specific periods. This achievement, described as historic by the country’s chief public prosecutor, reflects a significant improvement in the coordination of judicial bodies. Prosecutor......
Trump’s private conversations reveal bold claims about Putin and Xi
Exclusive audio from 2024 has surfaced, shedding new light on private conversations between Donald Trump, then a candidate, and world leaders, including Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping. The recordings, obtained by the authors of a newly released book, 2024: How Trump Retook the White House and the Democrats......
Morocco and the EU deepen ties to advance Africa's carbon market leadership
Morocco and the European Union (EU) have reaffirmed their strategic partnership to drive the development of carbon markets in Africa, a collaboration highlighted during the seminar “Scaling up the carbon market in Africa: shaping fair and effective markets.” Patricia Lombard-Cosack, the EU ambassador to Morocco, underscored the......
Morocco’s cultural heritage: celebrating global influence while safeguarding tradition
In 1325, the famed Moroccan Amazigh traveler Ibn Battuta embarked on a journey of knowledge that would span 24 years and 75,000 miles. His travelogue, the Riḥlah, documented a world interconnected by culture and ideas. Today, Morocco continues to leave its mark globally, blending tradition with modern influence. Yet, this cultural prominence......
Benkirane’s remarks spark outrage over outdated advice for Moroccan women
At a political rally in Agadir on July 5, Abdelilah Benkirane, Secretary General of Morocco’s Justice and Development Party (PJD) and former Prime Minister, caused public uproar with controversial remarks targeting young women. He urged them to prioritize marriage over education and careers, saying, “Girls, stop saying ‘we’ll......