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Former captain of Atlas Lions Hakim Ziyech has returned home. He joined Wydad club of Casablanca. The former Chelsea and Galatasaray star has signed with Wydad a deal running until June 2027 with an option for further seasons, according to local press reports. Ziyech had been a free agent since the end of May 2025 […]
Minister of Foreign Affairs Nasser Bourita called, Thursday in Brussels, on Belgian economic operators to seize the opportunities offered by the Southern provinces of the Kingdom, in line with King Mohammed VI’s vision of making the Sahara region a hub for development and cooperation. The call was made during the joint press conference in which […]
All economic indicators in Tunisia are flashing red as the country grapples with widening trade deficits, mounting debt vulnerabilities, and slowing growth in key sectors. Meanwhile, the country’s autocratic leader drags feet on urgent reforms as the economy risks sliding into prolonged stagnation. Tunisia’s trade deficit reached 8.4 billion dinars by the end of May […]
President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi has lauded on Thursday, October 23, the European Parliament for its firm stance in support of the Palestinian cause, notably its call to end the war in Gaza and alleviate the suffering of civilians. The Egyptian leader made the remarks during a meeting with European Parliament President Roberta Metsola in Brussels, held […]
Morocco’s government has approved comprehensive electoral and political party reforms targeting the September 2026 legislative elections, responding to mounting concerns over corruption and public trust in the political system. The reforms, adopted during a Council of Ministers meeting chaired by King Mohammed VI on October 19, include measures barring individuals with legal convictions from candidacy, […]
Morocco’s civil servants are earning an average net monthly salary of 10,600 dirhams in 2025, marking a substantial 43.6% increase over the past decade, according to the government’s human resources report accompanying the 2026 Finance Bill. The figure represents a significant improvement from 7,381 dirhams recorded in 2015. Minister of Economic Inclusion Younes Sekkouri confirmed […]
Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) launched a series of drone attacks on Khartoum International Airport on Thursday, October 23, marking the third consecutive day of strikes. According to Sudan News, seven drones targeted the airport and surrounding areas in the southern part of the capital, sending waves of panic among residents as explosions echoed […]
Morocco’s capital Rabat has secured a prestigious position in National Geographic’s top five “Best Destinations to Discover in 2026,” ranking ahead of renowned cities including Rio de Janeiro, Vancouver, and Manila in the magazine’s highly anticipated annual travel guide. The publication highlights Rabat as both an ancient imperial city and cosmopolitan metropolis, where visitors can […]
The impressive scenes of jubilation of Moroccan fans in Rabat, the victory parade of the U-20 World Cup champions and their memorable celebration at the Royal Palace with Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan are powerful display of unity and pride, leaving Morocco’s enemies totally crushed. The historic achievement made by the U-20 Atlas Cubs, the […]
Algeria’s frantic diplomatic activity ahead of the UN Security Council vote on the Sahara issue underscores a growing sense of vulnerability as international consensus builds up around Morocco’s autonomy plan. Belgium and Poland have become the latest EU nations to back Morocco’s autonomy plan ahead of the UN vote, amid signals from Washington of an […]