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Chile backs Morocco’s sovereignty over Sahara, eyes trade and investment
Santiago says it will pursue investment and business opportunities in the southern provinces as the two countries open free-trade talks
King Mohammed VI chairs religious evening commemorating 28th anniversary of passing of late King Hassan II
King Mohammed VI, Commander of the Faithful, accompanied by Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan, Prince Moulay Rachid and Prince Moulay Ahmed, chaired on Monday at the Mohammed V Mausoleum in Rabat, a religious evening in commemoration of the 28th anniversary of the passing of late King Hassan II.
Morocco returns to GMT: What it means for work, schools and tourism
Morocco’s return to GMT has reignited a recurring debate over how daily life is organized. While some see it as a change with little major impact, others believe it could affect work schedules, commuting and even economic activities such as tourism.
King Mohammed VI sends condolences to UAE President following passing of Ahmed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum
King Mohammed VI sent a message of condolences and sympathy to President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyane, following the death of Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
Could Schengen visas cost more for Moroccans? What the EU is considering
With nearly 620,000 applications filed in 2025, Morocco ranks among the main countries applying for Schengen visas. Brussels is preparing a revision of the Visa Code that could introduce an additional European fee. The legislative proposal is expected in 2027.
Fes zellige makers bank on summer heat to beat winter slowdown
Craftsmen use the hotter months to dry and stock clay, while access to the right Benjalik material remains a worry for finer work.
Legislative elections: No cries of official meddling as campaign enters final stretch
No party has publicly cried foul over administrative interference; Bank Al-Maghrib even drops governor’s briefing as Sept 23 vote draws near.
Novak Djokovic to host wellness retreat in Marrakech
The 24-time Grand Slam champion will lead a three-day retreat at Amanjena, combining tennis, mindfulness, recovery and nutrition.
Fouzi Lekjaa: “We will mobilize all institutions and Moroccans to host the 2030 World Cup final”
Speaking in Benslimane, the FRMF president stressed the broad national effort behind Morocco’s bid to host the tournament’s showpiece match.
Seven major Moroccan dams surpass 80% completion
More than 29.7 billion dirhams is being invested in major dams currently under construction or being raised, which will have a combined capacity of more than 5 billion cubic meters.
Miami to host FIFA Women’s Champions Cup finals in January
The four remaining teams will compete for the title in the United States, with the semi-finals and final set to take place at Inter Miami’s Nu Stadium.
Oum Azza water plant to get 40% capacity boost
Expansion will add 2 cubic meters per second to treatment capacity, taking the Skhirat-Témara facility from 5 to 7 cubic meters per second.
Morocco reach Davis Cup World Group I playoffs
The national team secured its place in the February 2027 playoffs after winning its first three ties against Nigeria in Rabat.
After five years of broken promises, does Akhannouch’s RNI have any standing to make new ones?
Five years after the grand promises of the #YouDeserveBetter campaign and the advent of a “social state” held up as the answer to Morocco’s problems, the record of the RNI-led 2021-2026 term is dismal. Soaring inflation, record unemployment, public services under crippling strain and social reforms mired in bureaucracy: this is the story of a resounding failure, in which the government’s technocratic ambitions collided with reality.
AFCON 2027 qualifiers: Full schedule for first two rounds and key clashes
The first and second matchdays of the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON PAMOJA 2027 qualifiers will take place from September 24 to October 6 during the FIFA international window. Here is the full schedule for these qualifying rounds, which feature several interesting clashes. The final tournament will be held in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
Sound Energy exits Tendrara gas project and turns to solar
Sound Energy has definitively moved on from Tendrara. In its half-year report published on September 17, the British group confirmed that it completed the sale of its 20% stake in the Tendrara concession to Managem in August 2026 for $57 million. The transaction has significantly reshaped the group’s financial position.
El Jadida police break up suspected network behind staged road accidents
Police in El Jadida have dismantled a network whose members are suspected of staging fake traffic accidents and preparing case files containing forged documents and medical certificates in an attempt to obtain financial compensation from insurance companies through illegal means.
Moroccan delegation to attend Ole Summit in Argentina ahead of 2030 World Cup
The two-day event will bring together sports figures and industry leaders for discussions on the business, innovation and future of sport.
King to chair religious evening on 28th anniversary of passing of King Hassan II
King Mohammed VI will chair, this Monday, a religious evening at the Mohammed V Mausoleum in Rabat, on the occasion of the 28th anniversary of the passing of Morocco’s great, late HM King Hassan II, announced a statement by the Ministry of the Royal Household, Protocol and Chancellery.
Lawyers to return to courts Oct 7
ABAM keeps four-month boycott in place until eve of Parliament’s return, says pause does not mean disputed law has been accepted.
Puigdemont challenges Spanish position on Ceuta and Melilla
The Junts leader describes the two cities as “colonies” located “inside Morocco” and calls for their future to be decided through a referendum, adding to a debate that has recently spread from the European Parliament to Spain’s political scene.
No more talk of missing water, power, roads by 2030, Lekjaa pledges
PAM campaign stop brought pledge to double direct aid to MAD 1,000 and revise eligibility rules as Lekjaa says basic services cannot remain unfinished business.
Luis Enrique comments on Hakimi’s Morocco call-up for AFCON qualifiers
The Paris Saint-Germain coach said the club remains in regular contact with Morocco over the captain’s condition and stressed that his health comes first.
Ouarzazate opens new academic paths in AI, cybersecurity, data and cinema
The new 2026-2027 academic year in Ouarzazate is expected to bring academic renewal and stronger administrative governance.
Tennis: ATP rankings remain largely unchanged after Davis Cup week
Jannik Sinner continues to lead the standings ahead of Alexander Zverev and Carlos Alcaraz, while Alexander Bublik drops to 21st.
Marrakech gets new 429-space underground car park
Facility beneath 16 November Square opened on Sept 7 with EV charging and round-the-clock access; motorists start paying from Sunday, Sept 20.
Court disruption to continue as lawyers extend strike to Oct 8
Four-month protest by nearly 18,000 lawyers keeps pressure on courts as ABAM prepares to review its next move before Parliament returns.
MAD 36 million Ahfir-Saïdia road project reaches final phase
Work to reinforce and rehabilitate National Road 17, linking Ahfir and Saïdia, is nearly 90% complete. Led by the Ministry of Equipment and Water, the project has a budget of 36 million dirhams and aims to improve traffic flow, strengthen road safety and consolidate the link between Oujda, Saïdia and, beyond that, Nador West Med.
Nearly 300 families evacuated as flash floods hit northern Thailand
Flash floods swept through residential areas in Lom Sak district, in northern Thailand’s Phetchabun province, after heavy rains caused the Pasak River to overflow, forcing around 300 families to evacuate their homes on Saturday.
African Aviation: Top 10 Airports by Seat Capacity in August 2026
Africa’s airline seat capacity rose 8.8% in August 2026, while intra-African routes saw a 10.5% increase. Yet this expansion has not solved the continent’s airlines’ financial challenges. The top 10 airports reveal growth concentrated in a handful of hubs, with capacity expanding faster than demand. The imbalance is putting pressure on fares and margins.