Morocco’s ports report 60.8 million tonnes of traffic in Q1 2025, driven by transshipment and tourism
Moroccan ports handled 60.8 million tonnes of commercial traffic in the first quarter of 2025, reflecting a 10.2% year-on-year increase, according to the Directorate of Studies and Financial Forecasts. This growth underscores Morocco’s expanding role as a global logistics and trade hub. Transshipment drives growth in commercial traffic The......
Forex trading with leverage: unlocking potential gains and managing risks
Forex trading with leverage allows investors to borrow funds from their broker to increase market exposure and potentially amplify returns. While this strategy opens doors for those with limited capital, it also carries significant risks, requiring caution and skill. Understanding forex trading with leverage Leverage in forex trading means......
Moroccan authorities intercept 102,000 pills in Bab Sebta smuggling operation
Moroccan authorities successfully halted a significant drug trafficking attempt at the Bab Sebta border post on Saturday evening. The coordinated operation, carried out by Morocco’s national police and customs services, uncovered 102,000 Rivotril tablets hidden in a vehicle. The vehicle, registered abroad, was driven by a Spanish citizen......
The fragility of citizenship: New insights into global trends
Naturalisation has long been considered a reliable method for securing the right to reside in a country, but recent findings indicate that this belief is becoming increasingly precarious. The inaugural Global State of Citizenship report, produced by the Global Citizenship Observatory (GLOBALCIT) at the European University Institute (EUI) in......
Morocco partners with Chinese firm on MAD 220 million smart farming initiative
Morocco has embarked on a significant agricultural partnership with Jungnong Group, a Hong Kong-based subsidiary of China's Agricultural Development Group. This collaboration represents a pivotal move in Morocco's commitment to sustainable and technology-driven farming practices. Formalized through a memorandum of understanding with......
Moroccan scholars oppose Israeli participation in World Sociology Forum
A significant controversy has erupted surrounding the upcoming World Sociology Forum in Morocco, scheduled from July 6-11 at Mohammed V University in Rabat. Various academic organizations and activists are calling for the exclusion of Israeli researchers from the event, citing concerns over Israel's actions in Gaza. The Moroccan Campaign......
Moroccan youth face rising emigration ambitions amid fading job prospects
A recent Afrobarometer survey reveals that 70% of young Moroccans are considering emigration as economic uncertainty, limited job opportunities, and institutional distrust deepen frustrations among the country’s youth. Ambition meets systemic hurdles For Morocco’s university graduates, education was once seen as a pathway to......
Fez court orders city to compensate family after stray dog attack on child
A court in Fez has ordered the city’s municipality to pay compensation to the family of a young girl who was attacked by a stray dog in one of the city’s neighborhoods. The ruling underscores growing public pressure on Moroccan authorities to address the escalating issue of stray dogs across urban areas. Court ruling and compensation......
Jinane Zouaki: First Moroccan Woman Inducted into Ibero-American Academy of Pharmacy
Moroccan biologist Jinane Zouaki has been named an academic corresponding member of the prestigious Ibero-American Academy of Pharmacy, marking a historic milestone for Morocco, the Arab world, and Africa. She is the first Moroccan, Arab, and African woman to hold this honor. The official induction ceremony took place at the Faculty of Pharmacy......
Morocco disrupts terror plot: 21-year-old woman arrested over ISIS links
Morocco’s Central Bureau of Judicial Investigations (BCIJ) has arrested a 21-year-old female student in Rabat, accusing her of planning a terrorist attack targeting a religious site in the city. The arrest, announced on Friday, highlights Morocco's ongoing efforts to thwart extremist threats. The suspect, a student at a technical......
Morocco restructures ONHYM to drive public sector reform and energy sovereignty
Morocco has embarked on a bold reform of its public sector with the restructuring of the National Office of Hydrocarbons and Mines (ONHYM) into a joint-stock company. This transformation marks a pivotal step in the country’s broader efforts to enhance public investment, optimize national resources, and address systemic inefficiencies......
Mawazin festival unites global and oriental music in Rabat's vibrant celebration
The Mawazin festival returns to Rabat on Saturday, June 28, igniting the city with a blend of international and oriental music. This year’s edition promises a captivating journey through diverse sounds, featuring an impressive lineup of artists performing across Rabat’s iconic venues. A night of global and regional rhythms The......
Morocco arrests Arab national at Mohammed V Airport on UAE extradition warrant
Moroccan security forces arrested a 42-year-old Arab national at Casablanca’s Mohammed V International Airport on Thursday, acting on an international arrest warrant issued by the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The suspect, who arrived on a flight from Turkey, is wanted by Emirati authorities following a 2019 in-absentia conviction for......
Algerian president’s son faces renewed scrutiny in cocaine scandal
The reopening of the infamous El Bouchi cocaine case, involving over 700 kilograms of drugs and alleged links to Algeria’s ruling elite, has reignited political tensions in the country. At the center of the controversy is Khaled Tebboune, son of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, whose earlier acquittal under suspicious circumstances is......
Morocco positions itself as a global energy leader with HyMaroc's hydrogen and helium venture
British geoscience company Getech and energy transition firm Sound Energy have launched a groundbreaking joint venture in Morocco, HyMaroc Limited, aimed at unlocking the country’s natural reserves of hydrogen and helium. This new initiative positions Morocco as a key player in the global energy transition, leveraging its vast inland......