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Marrakech hosts world largest road safety event

The Fourth Global Ministerial Conference on Road Safety opened in Marrakech, bringing together ministers, heads of national road safety agencies, officials from all levels, parliamentarians, experts from the United Nations, civil society, business, academia and a range of related sectors. Hosted by the Government of Morocco and the World Health Organization, the event aims to […]

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UK’s Jet2 launches two routes from from Bournemouth and Leeds to Agadir and Marrakech

British low-cost airline scheduled for winter 2025/2026 two air routes from Bournemouth to Agadir and from Leeds to Marrakech. The company said the additional Morocco flights will be launched following higher demand on Agadir and Marrakech from British tourists. Low-cost airlines connecting Morocco to major tourist emitting markets have played a significant role in increasing […]

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A Nation Ready to Host the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, the 2030 World Cup Brilliantly

Morocco, a country boasting a rich history and culture, under the leadership of King Mohammed VI, is now ready to offer the world an unforgettable experience for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2030 World Cup. The Kingdom, witnessing a rapid development in infrastructure and services, is preparing to welcome millions of visitors […]

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Royal Mansour hotel in Marrakech, ‘World’s most welcoming’- global survey

A hotel that makes guests feel like “royalty,” thus CNN described Marrakech luxury hotel Royal Mansour after it won the title of the “world’s most welcoming hotel for 2024.” Thanks to its authentic Moroccan architecture and outstanding services, the hotel outperformed the Art of Hospitality Award by The World’s 50 Best Hotels ahead of the […]

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UK Global Ports Holding, Preferred Bidder for Management of Casablanca Cruise Terminal

A consortium led by UK’s Global Ports Holding, the world’s largest independent cruise port operator, has been awarded by Moroccan authorities “preferred bidder status” to operate the Casablanca new cruise terminal. Besides GPH, which owns 51% of the consortium, the selected group includes local shareholder, Steya (40%) and Spanish Ocean Infrastructures Management (9%). After becoming […]

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Official launch of celebration of Marrakech as Culture Capital in Islamic World for 2024

The Celebration of Marrakech as Capital of Culture in the Islamic World for 2024, was officially kicked off, under the high patronage of King Mohammed VI, at a ceremony co-organized by the Ministry of Culture and the Rabat-based Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO). The ceremony began with performing Morocco’s national anthem, followed […]

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Marrakech, top trending destination in 2024- Airbnb says

Marrakech was ranked among the World’s top trending destinations in 2024 for vacation, rental platform Airbnb said. The Red city, known for its well-preserved centuries-old monuments and vibrant nightlife, was ranked 6th among 24 most attractive cities to visit this year, Airbnb said in a recent report. The ranking evidences the city’s resilience a few […]

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Rabat in 2024: “The City of a Thousand Charms, Between Cultural Novelties and Modern Luxury”

Conde Nast Traveler hails the Moroccan capital for its dynamic music festivals, prestigious architecture and luxury hotels, thus raising it among the jewels of travel and one of the best destinations in Africa. The Moroccan capital of Rabat may be one of the country’s four imperial cities, but it’s long been bypassed by travellers drawn […]

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Africa Investment Forum: Morocco’s King Calls for Boosting Entrepreneurship to unleash Africa‘s Full Potential

King Mohammed VI has called for bold and innovative initiatives to encourage private entrepreneurship avail the huge business opportunities offered in the African Continent. In a message addressed to participants in the 4th Africa Investment Forum, which opened in Marrakech under the theme: “Unlocking Africa’s Value Chains”, the Monarch urged African countries to adopt an […]

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Marrakech readies for IMF-WB meetings

Marrakech, the Red city, has been well-prepared to host the IMF-World Bank annual meetings, a few weeks after a devastating earthquake killed some 3000 people. The city was spared the severe damage suffered in the Atlas Mountains where whole villages have been wiped out. Moroccans raced the clock removing the rubble and making a facelift […]