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Morocco Reaches for the Stars: University-Built Nanosatellites Launched into Orbit

In a groundbreaking achievement for Moroccan academia and space technology, two nanosatellites developed by university researchers were successfully launched into orbit aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. The launch, which took place on August 16 at 7:56 p.m. local time from Vandenberg Air Force Base in......

Seasonal Worker Exploitation Uncovered: Spanish Farmers Arrested in Mallorca

In a shocking case of labor exploitation, Spanish authorities have apprehended two agricultural business owners on the island of Mallorca. The Spanish National Police arrested the pair following a three-month investigation that exposed a scheme targeting Moroccan seasonal workers. The businessmen, along......

Morocco Weighs TikTok Ban: Balancing Digital Freedom and Social Concerns

Morocco's parliament is set to deliberate on a potential ban of the popular social media app TikTok when it reconvenes in October. This move, initiated by the Education Committee of the country's top legislative body, stems from concerns about the platform's content and its perceived impact......

Moroccan Athletes Najwa Awane and Hicham Lamlas to Lead Nation at Paris Paralympics Opening Ceremony

The 2024 Paris Paralympics will see Moroccan wheelchair tennis star Najwa Awane and cecifoot (blind football) player Hicham Lamlas proudly carrying the national flag during tonight's opening ceremony. This event, starting at 8:00 p.m. local time, will be held at the iconic Place de la Concorde, marking......

Marsa Maroc Reports 17% Revenue Growth in First Half of 2024

Marsa Maroc, a prominent Moroccan port operator, has achieved significant financial success in the first half of 2024, with revenue increasing by 17% to 2.48 billion Moroccan dirhams (about $247 million USD). This performance exceeded initial projections and was fueled by a 14.5% rise in cargo traffic,......

Unleashing the Economic Potential of Gnaoua Music and Morocco's Creative Industries

Study Highlights Untapped Opportunities for Morocco’s Cultural and Creative Sectors The evolution of Gnaoua music from obscurity to global acclaim serves as a compelling blueprint for harnessing the economic potential of Morocco’s broader creative industries, according to a new study.  Published......

Moroccan Futsal Team Poised for World Cup Glory: Federation President Hails Preparation

The Moroccan futsal team, three-time champions of Africa, is gearing up for the upcoming World Cup, set to take place from September 14 to October 6. Fouzi Lekjaa, President of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), hosted a special ceremony today at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Sale to......

Moroccan Meat Market Crisis: Lamb Prices Soar as Industry Calls for Action

In a concerning development for Moroccan consumers, lamb prices have skyrocketed to 150 Moroccan dirhams (MAD) per kilogram in various regions across the country. This sharp increase has ignited public outcry and industry concern, as citizens grapple with the possibility that these elevated prices may......

Collision at Sea: Morocco Probes Incident Between Spanish Patrol and Migrant Vessel

Off the coast of Melilla, a Spanish enclave in North Africa, an incident involving a Spanish Civil Guard patrol boat and a vessel carrying migrants has prompted an investigation by Moroccan authorities. The collision, which occurred on Sunday, has raised questions about border patrol practices and migrant......