The Minister of Health and Social Protection, Amine Tahraoui, officially opened the services of the Imintanout Local Hospital on Tuesday, November 25. This inauguration is a key part of the national initiative to upgrade and equip public health facilities, in line with the broader sector reform, as outlined in an official statement. The initiative aims to «support the rollout of the project for universal social protection and health coverage». Occupying a 50,000-square-meter area
As Morocco gears up for the Africa Cup of Nations, actress Fatima Nouali voices her frustration over the lack of institutional support for her project «Leo Africanus», a multidisciplinary performance meant to showcase Morocco's cultural ties with Africa. Despite extensive preparation and a proposal submitted to various authorities, Nouali's vision of integrating art with the sporting event remains sidelined, highlighting ongoing challenges in securing backing for cultural
Ahmed Attaf led the Algerian delegation at the African Union-European Union summit in Angola. In a surprising turn, the Foreign Minister chose not to address the Western Sahara issue in his speech, a topic he has consistently highlighted since taking charge of Algerian diplomacy on March 18, 2023. Instead, Attaf used the summit as a stage to express grievances against the three Sahel countries, Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso, which were notably absent due to their suspension from the
The Moroccan Minister of the Interior, Abdelouafi Laftit, held talks this Tuesday in Marrakech with France's Interior Minister, Laurent Nuñez. The meeting provided an opportunity for both officials to «discuss a range of issues of mutual interest for their respective ministries», as stated by the Moroccan Ministry of the Interior. Both ministers expressed their satisfaction with the robust bilateral cooperation in security and migration, a partnership built on mutual trust,
Following the military pact established last June, Morocco and Ethiopia are further solidifying their security ties with the signing of a memorandum of understanding focused on intelligence sharing. This agreement was formalized on the sidelines of the 93rd General Assembly of the International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL), held in Marrakech from November 24 to 27. The memorandum was signed by Abdellatif Hammouchi, Director General of National Security and Territorial Surveillance,
«Morocco, the Road of Music», a captivating documentary available on TV5MONDE+, takes viewers on a vibrant journey through the diverse musical landscapes of the Kingdom, showcasing the rich tapestry of rhythms and melodies that define Morocco's artistic heritage. Directed by Donat Lefebvre and Jérémie Saint-Jean, the film explores how these ancestral sounds continue to evolve, embracing new influences while remaining deeply rooted in the country's cultural identity.
The criminal chamber of the El Jadida Court of Appeals has handed down a five-year prison sentence to a man in his forties. This decision stems from a case involving the attempted violent assault of a minor, as well as charges of assault and battery with a weapon and public intoxication, as reported by Assabah newspaper. The ruling followed a complaint lodged by the young victim and her father with the Royal Gendarmerie at Bir Jdid. The complaint detailed how the accused, in a state of heavy
The plight of young Moroccans attempting the perilous swim from Morocco to Ceuta continues to grow more dire, as families increasingly report their loved ones missing. A rising number of families are left in anguish, adding more names to the tragic list of the disappeared. Among these harrowing cases is that of Abderrahmane El Moudden, a 23-year-old from Martil. He vanished after setting out from Fnideq towards Ceuta in the early hours of Wednesday, November 19. His family, desperate for any
As the Polisario Front attends the African Union–European Union summit in Angola, internal dissent grows with calls for leader Brahim Ghali to distance from Algeria and engage in U.S.-mediated talks with Morocco. This schism, highlighted by Sahrawi voices like Said Zarwal, underscores emerging factions within the movement seeking a shift from long-standing alliances and strategies.
Revelations made by journalist Hamid El Mahdaoui ignited fervent debates during Monday's oral question session in the House of Representatives. The issue was thrust into the spotlight by members of the Istiqlal, PJD, PPS, and FDG parties. The Minister of Youth, Culture, and Communication, Mehdi Bensaid, addressed the topic of the draft law concerning the National Press Council (NPC), which is currently under review in the House of Councillors. He emphasized that the NPC «is an