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Morocco’s ambitious push to meet 60 percent of its water needs through desalination by 2030 has sparked a critical drive toward industrial self-sufficiency in this vital sector. As the country battles its seventh consecutive year of drought, developing domestic expertise has become essential for adapting solutions to local conditions and reducing long-term costs. The kingdom […]
Morocco is on the verge of securing UNESCO status for its iconic caftan, a garment that embodies centuries of craftsmanship and cultural identity. The inscription on the Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage is expected to be announced in the coming days, marking a historic milestone for the kingdom. The caftan, celebrated for its intricate […]
The Moroccan Copyright and Neighboring Rights Bureau has issued a statement clarifying its mandate and the legal foundation for collecting royalties from establishments exploiting protected works. The announcement addresses circulating misinformation regarding the legal basis for charges imposed on businesses broadcasting or using artistic content. The office emphasized that Article 2 of Law 25-19, adopted […]
The Étoile d’Or Grand Prix of the 22nd Marrakech International Film Festival has been awarded to Franco-Tunisian filmmaker Erige Sehire’s “Promised Sky,” announced the Jury of the official competition during the closing ceremony that took place on Saturday night at Marrakech’s Congress Palace. During this ceremony attended by cinema stars as well as figures from […]
Morocco has solidified its position as a premier travel destination by securing top placements across numerous international tourism rankings for 2025-2026, according to the Ministry of Tourism. The kingdom currently ranks 13th globally in UN Tourism’s classification of destinations experiencing the strongest international growth. More significantly, Morocco leads all destinations across the Africa and Middle […]
The 22nd edition of the Marrakech International Film Festival, held under the high patronage of King Mohammed VI, kicked off on Friday evening at the Congress Palace in the Red City, in the presence of prominent figures from the realms of cinema, art, culture, and the media. This new edition, which runs until December 6, […]
American tech giant NVIDIA has identified Morocco as a priority market for expansion following its June entry into South Africa, signaling the continent’s growing importance in global artificial intelligence infrastructure development. The company recently sent a delegation to meet key economic stakeholders in Morocco’s capital, according to industry reports. This strategic move reflects Africa’s determination […]
Morocco has implemented a Cloud First Policy as a cornerstone of its Digital Morocco 2030 strategy, fundamentally changing how the government approaches digital infrastructure and services. The policy establishes cloud solutions as the mandatory default choice for all public administration technology investments. Salma Tazi, Director of Cloud Infrastructure and Offshoring at the Ministry of Digital […]
Morocco has been selected as the only African country included in a new $303.6 million U.S. Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contract for F-16 radar repair and support services, Business Insider Africa reported. The contract was awarded to Northrop Grumman Systems Corp., one of the United States’ leading defense manufacturers. This cooperation underscores Morocco’s strategic partnership […]
Moroccan authorities installed advanced security systems across the six major cities of Rabat, Casablanca, Tangier, Fez, Agadir, and Marrakech which will host the Africa Cup of Nations next month. The initiative includes high-resolution cameras equipped with facial recognition technology, aimed at strengthening public safety and ensuring smooth mobility for residents and visitors during the continental […]