A «symbolic trial» is set to take place on Saturday, May 10, at the Lawyers' Cultural and Sports Complex in Rabat, putting family code inequalities in the dock. Initiated by the Union of Feminist Action (UAF), this 22nd edition of the Women's Symbolic Tribunal has chosen a prominent theme in the context of the current debate on reforming the text. It is part of the NGO's advocacy campaign for a «comprehensive and profound» revision. Explaining the concept of the
In the 2025 Reporters Without Borders ranking, Morocco saw a slight improvement in the Press Freedom Index, moving from 129th to 120th place globally. Despite this progress, the media in Morocco continues to face significant challenges, particularly with the ongoing pressure on independent journalists and restrictions on freedom of expression, according to the report.
The Algerian Ministry of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion has announced the organization of a trade fair in Nouakchott, from May 22 to 28. The event aims to «highlight Algeria's productive capacities in various sectors», according to the official statement. The ministry is calling on Algerian economic operators to participate in large numbers. This announcement comes shortly after Morocco's trade week, which took place in the Mauritanian capital from April 24 to 30. Morocco and
Real Madrid is facing significant defensive challenges in their last five matches of the Spanish league, with injuries to Antonio Rüdiger, Ferland Mendy, David Alaba, Dani Carvajal, Éder Militão, and Eduardo Camavinga. As a result, coach Carlo Ancelotti has turned to the club's academy in preparation for the upcoming match against Celta Vigo at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium this weekend. One of the players expected to step up is Youssef Lakhdim, a Moroccan-born player
Morocco has recorded a significant increase in tomato exports to Norway during the current season, according to EastFruit. Between July 2024 and March 2025, Morocco exported a total of 5,000 tons of tomatoes to Norway, marking a 37.9% increase compared to the same period in the previous season and a 28.9% rise compared to the total annual volume of the last season. This achievement sets a seasonal record for tomato exports to Norway, underscoring Morocco's growing status as a leading global
As part of efforts to establish Casablanca as a leading technological hub in Africa, the Casablanca Municipality signed a partnership agreement on Wednesday with the Caisse de Dépôt et de Gestion Group to create a new technology hub in the Sidi Othmane area, named «Casablanca Tech Valley». The Casablanca Tech Valley project—signed by Nabila Rmili, President of the Casablanca Municipal Council, and Khalid Safir, Director General of the Caisse de Dépôt
A severe thunderstorm struck several areas of the Zagora region on Thursday evening, causing significant damage to agricultural lands—particularly the watermelon crop, one of the region's key economic products. The storm, accompanied by heavy rainfall and hail, destroyed a large portion of the local harvest. Photos and videos circulated on social media showed the extent of the damage to the watermelon fields. Clips also captured sweeping floods that inundated rural roads, disrupting
The Moroccan art scene lost one of its most prominent figures on the morning of Friday, May 2, 2025, with the passing of actor Mohamed Choubi at the age of 62, following a long battle with illness. In a statement to SNRTnews, actress Latifa Ahrar confirmed that Choubi passed away in the early hours of Friday morning at the hospital where he had been receiving treatment. The late artist had been transferred to the military hospital in Rabat after his condition worsened due to a severe
President Donald Trump has appointed Marco Rubio as the interim National Security Advisor of the United States. This appointment follows the resignation of Mike Waltz, who had held the position since January 20. «Secretary of State Marco Rubio will serve as National Security Advisor, while continuing his strong leadership at the State Department. Together, we will continue to fight tirelessly to Make America, and the World, safe again», declared Donald Trump on Thursday, May 1, on
After two years of waiting, the Committee on Justice, Legislation, and Human Rights at the House of Representatives began, on Tuesday, examining a bill proposal submitted in April 2023 by the PJD parliamentary group. This legislative initiative aims to prohibit dual nationals from serving as ministers. To achieve this, the Islamists are calling for an amendment to Organic Law No. 065-13 concerning the organization and conduct of government work and the status of its members, adopted under the