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As Aïd Al-Adha 2026 approaches, a familiar disconnect is once again defining Morocco’s livestock market. Industry professionals are pointing to ample supply and more accessible prices, yet for millions of households already contending with strained purchasing power, the reality on the ground tells a different story. The gap between sector forecasts and consumer experience is […]
The 2nd set of the most advanced attack Apache helicopters has been delivered to the Royal Moroccan Air Force, strengthening further the Kingdom’s air offensive capabilities, according to Defense Arabia news platform. Morocco had received six AH-64E Apaches Guardian attack helicopters in March 2025 part of 36 purchased for $4.25 billion. This twin-engine army attack […]
King Mohammed VI has offered his congratulations to President of Senegal Bassirou Diomaye Faye on the occasion of the 66th anniversary of his country’s independence. In his cable of congratulations, the Moroccan Sovereign expressed his best wishes for continued progress and prosperity of the Senegalese people. He also lauded the long-standing and exceptional bonds of […]
Accor, world-leading hospitality Group and Risma, major Moroccan hotel group, have joined forces to boost the hospitality and tourism sectors in the North African Kingdom. The two Groups have agreed to launch Sofitel Tangier hotel on the new corniche offering an exceptional panoramic view of the Strait. This new establishment will enrich Tangier’s luxury hotel […]
Morocco is experiencing a steady uptick in arrivals from Germany, with Agadir and Essaouira standing out as the two Atlantic destinations most favored by German visitors this spring. According to data from the Tourism Observatory, German arrivals in Morocco rose by 29% in 2024, reaching 361,116 visitors — a trend that is continuing into 2026 […]
Ms. Amina Bouayach, President of Moroccan National Human Rights Council, has been honoured by BPUR International with “International Award for Confronting the Political Abuse of Religion” during a high-level conference held lately at the House of Commons in London. Ms. Bouayach has been recognised for her distinguished leadership and unwavering commitment to advancing human rights, […]
The number of illegal migration attempts to Europe foiled by Morocco in 2025 dropped to 73,640, down 6.4%, Reuters said citing interior ministry data. During the same year, Morocco over 300 migrant trafficking networks and rescued 13,595 people at sea en route to Europe, it said The number of migrants who took part in voluntary […]
The British government on Thursday reaffirmed its support for the Morocco-proposed autonomy plan as the most credible, viable, and pragmatic basis for a lasting solution to the Sahara dispute. The position was reaffirmed by Hamish Falconer, Minister at the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office in charge of the Middle East and North Africa, during […]
The US Army is considering the creation of a network of regional drone training centers in Africa aimed at strengthening the capabilities of partner forces facing shared security challenges, with the first such facility to be established in Morocco, the defense-focused outlet Stars and Stripes reported. The initiative is expected to begin next month in […]
Morocco has put in place emergency measures to assist and protect its nationals living in or transiting through Gulf countries amid growing instability in the Middle East, Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita said. Responding to a written parliamentary question, Bourita said Morocco’s diplomatic services acted from the outset of the regional hostilities in line with instructions […]