The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has reaffirmed its confidence in coach Walid Regragui, following the Moroccan national team's early exit from the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), according to a statement released by the football body on Monday. FRMF president, Fouzi Lekjaa, held evaluation meetings with coach Regragui, where they reviewed the team's preparation and performance, acknowledging the disappointment of fans and identifying areas for improvement. Lekjaa emphasized the
Moroccan runners Abdallah Taghrafet and Souad Kanbouchia triumphed at the 11th Murcia Marathon on Sunday, amidst a field of approximately 7,000 athletes from over 60 countries participating in the marathon, half marathon, and 10-kilometer races. Thirty-eight-year-old Taghrafet clinched victory with a time of 2 hours, 11 minutes, and 51 seconds. Kenyan Barnabas Kipyego (2:13:38) and Moroccan Bilal Mahroum (2:15:48) followed in second and third place, respectively. In the women's
Israeli flag carrier El Al announced on Monday, February 5, that it will not be restarting its direct flights to the Moroccan city of Marrakech for the upcoming summer season. The airline cited changes in customer demand following the eruption of the Gaza war in October 2023 as the reason for the decision, Reuters reported citing a statement by El Al. El Al had suspended its Marrakech flights in October after the Israeli government advised its citizens to avoid travel to Morocco due to
French-Moroccan startup Sand to Green, known for reviving deserts, has joined forces with 700,000 Hours Impact, a pioneer in regenerative hospitality, and Regenopolis, dedicated to community and ecosystem regeneration. Together, they're tackling the revitalization of the Tiskmoudine oasis in southern Morocco. Their goal: empower the local community and preserve its rich cultural and natural heritage. This initiative aligns with the vision of the village association, aiming to revive the old
The Polisario responded on Saturday to Morocco's condemnation of UN envoy Staffan de Mistura's recent visit to South Africa. Moroccan ambassador Omar Hilale had expressed strong disapproval in an interview with MAP on January 31st. In a press release signed by its MINURSO coordinator, the Polisario characterized the trip as part of de Mistura's «mandate». They welcomed the envoy's decision to visit Pretoria, contrasting their stance with Morocco's opposition. The statement
The Professional Association of Banks and Financial Institutions (ABEF) in Algeria has reaffirmed its boycott of the Moroccan port of Tanger Med, contrary to media claims. They released a new note clarifying that «the decision to refuse domiciliation for transport contracts involving transhipment/transit through Moroccan ports remains in full effect». This follows their controversial January 29th press release, interpreted by Moroccan media as a reversal of the boycott. However,
The Iberian agricultural organization SOS Rural issued a stern warning: «Within a decade, Spain's food will depend on Morocco». They predict Spain will lose its «food sovereignty» due to increasing reliance on Moroccan imports. The group, representing breeders, farmers, and fishermen, points to tomato cultivation as a prime example. They claim imports from Morocco to the EU surged by 52% between 2013 and 2022, reaching 557,225 tonnes last year. SOS Rural, politically
Mauritania is standing firm on its recent increase in taxes on Moroccan agricultural imports, implemented since January 1st. This stance was reiterated by Nani Ould Chrougha, Minister of Oil and Mines and government spokesperson, who confidently announced, «Mauritania will not need to import vegetables during the next Ramadan season». He expressed faith in local production meeting domestic demand, according to media reports in Nouakchott. However, the Mauritanian Consumer
Morocco has openly criticized the recent visit by UN envoy Staffan de Mistura to South Africa. Ambassador Omar Hilale stated, «We directly expressed to Mr. de Mistura, as well as to the UN secretariat, Morocco's categorical opposition to such a trip».
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