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Morocco’s National Rally of Independents (RNI) is entering a pivotal transition after party president and current head of the government Aziz Akhannouch formally announced he will not seek a new mandate at the head of the ruling party. His decision clears the way for an extraordinary congress scheduled for February 7 in El Jadida, where […]
Morocco is unrolling its AI strategy centered around the Jazari institutes across the country hoping AI will add 100 billion dirhams (over $10 bln) to its economy, Minister Delegate in charge of Digital Transition and Administrative Reform Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni said. Speaking at a conference unveiling Morocco’s flagship plan: “AI Made in Morocco: Artificial […]
Morocco has officially emerged from a seven year drought after heavy rainfall and exceptional snowfall boosted national water reserves, Water Minister Nizar Baraka told parliament on Monday. Baraka said Morocco recorded 108 millimeters of rainfall between Sept. 1, 2025 and Jan. 12, 2026, marking a 95% increase compared to the same period last year and […]
Morocco’s potential role in establishing a future center of excellence dedicated to sustainability in the minerals sector was highlighted during an online panel held last week, ahead of the Future Minerals Forum (FMF) in Riyadh this January 13-15. The discussion examined critical issues surrounding strategic minerals essential to global energy transition and economic growth. Participants […]
Morocco’s fruit and vegetable export sector achieved remarkable volume growth between 2023 and 2025, yet the financial picture reveals a more complex reality. According to data from the Office des Changes and Morocco Foodex, exports climbed from approximately 1.4 million tons in 2023 to nearly 1.6 million tons in 2025—a cumulative increase of roughly 15% […]
Morocco’s rapid expansion in renewable energy and low‑carbon fertilizer production is positioning the country at the center of efforts to tackle global food insecurity and climate change, the World Economic Forum (WEF) said. Morocco’s strategy offers a “real‑time laboratory” for how developing economies can increase agricultural output while cutting emissions, two goals the world must […]
Morocco’s dam reserves have risen to 45.2% of capacity after months of rainfall, offering the country rare relief following several years of severe water shortages, official data showed. Stored water volumes increased from 5.6 billion cubic meters to 7.6 billion m³ over four months, a gain of nearly 2 billion m³, driven mainly by a […]
Morocco, represented by its Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York, Omar Hilale, was appointed by the President of the UN General Assembly, Annalena Baerbock, to co-facilitate, with Finland’s Ambassador, Elina Kalkku, the review of the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy. The selection of Morocco to lead the ninth review of this strategy […]
King Mohammed VI has pardoned 1,386 convicts on Independence Manifesto Day, commemorated in Morocco this Sunday, January 11, said the Ministry of Justice in a press release. The list includes 15 inmates who had been convicted in cases of extremism and terrorism. They were pardoned after they formally expressed their commitment to the constants and […]
Morocco has positioned itself as an increasingly attractive market for international franchises, drawing brands from Europe, America, and Asia seeking fresh growth opportunities. The country’s appeal stems from several strategic advantages: its geographical proximity to Europe, a population exceeding 37 million, and an annual influx of nearly 20 million tourists. Urban expansion in cities like […]