UFC middleweight Ismail Naurdiev says his career, and his life, have been transformed thanks to unexpected support from King Mohammed VI, following his naturalisation as a Moroccan citizen in 2024. Naurdiev, who spent years competing without bonuses or sponsorship, explained that he now receives full backing from the Moroccan monarch, allowing him to train and perform without financial strain. «I used to fight just to pay my rent. Now everything is taken care of, from training camps to
At the 22nd Marrakech International Film Festival, «The Voice of Hind Rajab», a poignant film by Kaouther Ben Hania, unveiled the harrowing true story of a six-year-old girl's final moments during an Israeli offensive in Gaza. Executive-produced by Hollywood heavyweights and starring Clara Khoury, the film serves as a powerful indictment of the international community's failure to address the ongoing plight of the Palestinian people.
Six people were sentenced on Tuesday to 15 years in prison each for the rape of a minor during the Moulay Abdellah Amghar Festival this summer. The court awarded the victim 100,000 dirhams in civil compensation. The incident traces back to August 14, when the victim, a minor from Youssoufia, was brutally assaulted by youths he personally knew. The attackers drugged him and took turns raping him inside a tent, exploiting the chaotic atmosphere of the festival. The Public Prosecutor at the
The government of Ceuta is pinning its hopes on the Spain–Morocco bilateral summit, which begins today in Madrid, to finally establish a «normal and efficient» customs system that meets the expectations of businesses and public administrations, according to local authorities. Ceuta’s regional president, Juan Vivas, has repeatedly stressed that opening the customs post marks a historic step in the gradual normalization of the border with Morocco, and is essential for
Italia Marittima, a subsidiary of Evergreen, has launched a new maritime container service linking Morocco and Spain as part of the North Africa–Western Mediterranean (NAFR) route. The service operates via the SPX 1 line run by X-Press Feeders between Spain and Portugal. The first voyage began on 22 November with the vessel Perseus, which has a capacity of 660 TEUs, departing from the port of Valencia. Evergreen now benefits from cargo slots on the route connecting Valencia, Casablanca,
The Kingdom of Morocco has pledged US$5 million (Around 50 million dirhams) to Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, for its 2026–2030 strategic period, the country’s first-ever donation and the largest by a North African nation, according to a statement released Wednesday. «This contribution reflects our shared belief that investing in vaccines is an investment in the future stability and prosperity of our continent», said Amine Tehraoui, Minister of Health and Social
With fewer than 20 days before Morocco opens the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2025, CAF has shed light on the full list of world-class stadiums set to stage the tournament from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026. Spread across Rabat, Casablanca, Agadir, Fes, Marrakech and Tangier, the venues combine modern architecture with Morocco’s sporting heritage. Below is the complete rundown of all AFCON 2025 stadiums and fixtures. Rabat Complexe Sportif Prince Moulay
A police officer serving in Rabat took his own life on Tuesday at his family home in Tamesna, using his service weapon. The incident prompted security services to open a judicial investigation, under the supervision of the public prosecutor, to determine the circumstances and details surrounding the case. According to available information, the officer was rushed to a local hospital in critical condition but later passed away. Investigators are continuing their inquiries to identify the
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has organized a preparation course in Cairo for referees selected to officiate at the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025. The session brought together referees, assistant referees, VAR officials, and technical and physical instructors under the supervision of the CAF Referees Committee. According to CAF, the program aimed to ensure optimal readiness ahead of the tournament. It included physical fitness tests, video analysis
In a move reminiscent of the 2023 Rabat summit, the Canary Islands’ regional government has once again been excluded from the upcoming Morocco–Spain summit, scheduled for December 3 and 4 in Madrid. The decision was confirmed on Tuesday by Spain’s Foreign Minister, José Manuel Albares, during a conversation with the archipelago’s president, Fernando Clavijo. The news has disappointed the autonomous government, which had formally requested to attend through a
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