EIB invests €70 million to enhance Morocco’s drinking water infrastructure
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed a €70 million financing contract with Morocco’s National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE). This significant investment aims to bolster drinking water infrastructure across the nation, particularly benefiting small and medium-sized cities and rural areas that are increasingly......
FIAT introduces TRIS electric three-wheeler for sustainable urban mobility
FIAT Professional has unveiled its first-ever three-wheeled electric vehicle, the TRIS, manufactured in Morocco. This innovative vehicle aims to enhance last-mile delivery services across Africa and Middle East (MEA) markets through sustainable B2B micromobility solutions. According to a press release from Stellantis, the fully electric TRIS......
French retail group Casino to expand with 210 stores in Morocco by 2035
The signing of the partnership French retail group Casino and Moroccan multi-sector company H&S Invest Holding announced on Monday a new partnership to bring Casino’s brands to Morocco. The first stores are expected to open in 2026. The two companies stated that the goal is to open more than 210 stores across Morocco over the next......
Morocco seizes nearly 4 tons of cannabis in major drug bust
Moroccan police in Oued Zem, a city 156 kilometers from Casablanca, successfully thwarted a drug trafficking operation, resulting in the arrest of four suspects linked to an international network involved in the trafficking of drugs and psychotropic substances. The operation was executed based on precise intelligence provided by the General......
Eid al Adha 2025: Celebrating the feast of sacrifice in Morocco
Moroccans are set to celebrate Eid Al Adha 2025 on Saturday, June 7, according to Ibrahim Akhyam, a researcher in timekeeping and a member of the Islamic Moon Sighting Project. The Ministry of Islamic Affairs has directed its delegates to observe the crescent moon for Dhu al-Hijjah on Tuesday. Eid Al Adha, known as the Feast of Sacrifice,......
RS Berkane secures third CAF Confederation Cup title and $2 million prize
RS Berkane is poised to receive a substantial financial reward following their triumph in the CAF Confederation Cup, having achieved a notable 3–1 aggregate victory over Tanzania's Simba SC. This achievement marks Berkane's third title in this prestigious tournament, further solidifying their reputation in African football. The......
Eid Al Adha 2025: Morocco prepares for crescent moon sighting
The Ministry of Islamic Affairs has instructed regional delegates to observe the crescent moon for the month of Dhu al-Hijjah on Tuesday. This event is crucial as it determines the timing of Eid Al Adha, also known as Eid Al Kebir, which is anticipated to fall on June 7 this year. Dhu al-Hijjah is the twelfth and final month of the Islamic......
Morocco advocates for strengthened global animal health action
Morocco has made a compelling case for enhanced collective action in support of global animal health during the 92nd General Assembly of the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE), held from May 25 to 29 at the Maison de la Chimie in Paris. Speaking at this significant assembly, Ahmed El Bouari, the Minister of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries,......
Allegations of corruption against Badajoz's provincial president
Manos Limpias has filed a complaint against Miguel Ángel Gallardo, the president of the Badajoz Provincial Council, alleging corruption and procedural fraud. The organization accuses Gallardo of employing a "manipulative maneuver" to secure his parliamentary immunity before the Superior Court of Justice of Extremadura. On......
Spanish court halts controversial Cuelgamuros memorial redesign competition
The Central Administrative Court of Contractual Resources has ordered the precautionary suspension of the government-sponsored contracting procedure for the "Cuelgamuros Memorial," bringing an abrupt halt to Spain's ambitious plans to transform this historically charged site. Legal challenge disrupts transformation plans The......
Spain's ambitious tax measures to tackle housing crisis
The Spanish government has unveiled a draft bill aimed at curbing speculation in the housing market through a series of fiscal measures, notably introducing a 'supertax' targeting non-EU non-resident property buyers. This legislation seeks to address the pressing challenges of rising rental costs and the scarcity of affordable housing......
Growing international pressure on Israel amid Gaza crisis
The international community should consider sanctions against Israel to halt the ongoing conflict in Gaza, Spain's foreign minister has asserted. This statement precedes a significant meeting in Madrid on Sunday, where European and Arab nations will convene to advocate for an end to Israel's military offensive. Historically, countries......
Morocco rises in African startup ecosystem rankings
Morocco has secured a spot in the top 10 African startup ecosystems, according to the latest Global Startup Ecosystem Index 2025 from American consulting firm StartupBlink. The ranking shows progress for the North African country, but also reveals barriers that still limit growth. Morocco recorded the highest growth (above 23%) in Northern......
Strengthening agricultural ties: Morocco and UAE enhance date palm industry
Morocco and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are intensifying their collaboration in date palm cultivation and oasis preservation, establishing themselves as global leaders in sustainable agricultural practices for oasis ecosystems. Dr. Abdelouahhab Zaid, agricultural advisor at the UAE Presidential Court and Secretary General of the Khalifa......
Majority of Moroccans reject LGBT rights, survey reveals
A recent survey conducted by Afrobarometer has unveiled striking insights into Moroccan societal attitudes towards homosexuality and political engagement. The 2024 findings reveal that nearly 80% of Moroccans consider homosexuality deviant, showcasing a profound rejection of LGBT identities. Only 2.5% of respondents expressed any degree of......