On Monday, November 17, the Polisario representative to the African Union held talks with Bankole Adeoye, the AU Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and Security. «We discussed recent developments in Western Sahara, particularly the adoption of Resolution 2797 by the United Nations Security Council, as well as the role of the African Union in the quest for a lasting and fair peace in the region», stated Adeoye. Notably, the Nigerian commissioner sidestepped any mention of
After initially rejecting the Security Council resolution adopted on October 31, the Polisario Front appears to be reconsidering its stance. The movement is now seeking «a visit» to the Tindouf camps or «an invitation» from Staffan de Mistura, the UN Secretary-General's personal envoy for Western Sahara, to reengage in the negotiation process that the UN aims to relaunch in the coming weeks. This shift was disclosed by a Polisario "minister" who spoke on condition of
Although the kingdom was proclaimed an independent state on the 2nd of March, every year; Moroccans celebrate independence on the 18th of November. The latter commemorates King Mohammed V accession to the throne and his notorious speech delivered to announce the end of the French control.
In Essaouira, bike-rental shop owner Jad El Argane has become a local attraction thanks to his rescued cats, who ride perched on his shoulder as he cycles through the city, a bond that began unexpectedly when a pregnant stray sought his help in 2023.
Morocco's waste management challenges have been thrust into the global spotlight, as a recent study in the journal Nature reveals significant methane emissions from landfills, with Casablanca identified as a major contributor. Utilizing cutting-edge satellite technology, researchers underscore the urgent need for improved waste management solutions in the kingdom’s urban centers.
Stella Li, executive vice-president of Chinese electric-vehicle giant BYD, visited Morocco as a guest of the Association pour le Progrès des Dirigeants (APD), in partnership with BYD's local exclusive distributor Auto Nejma. Speaking at an event, held last week and dedicated to mobility and energy, she outlined BYD’s global strategy and underscored Morocco’s strategic role in the company’s international expansion. Li highlighted the pillars behind BYD’s growth:
Embarking on a bold new solo and self-sufficient adventure, ultra-marathoner Hamadi Wolf is on a mission to cover the 1,008 km stretch from Agadir to Dakhla. After successfully completing a 920 km trek on foot from Tangier to Agadir in 2024, his current ambition is to «run 50 kilometers per day to reach Dakhla by December 5», he revealed to Yabiladi. As of this Monday, he has reached Tiznit, steadfast in his journey. «If my physical condition holds up, it will be
Israeli President Isaac Herzog has sent a letter to King Mohammed VI of Morocco, congratulating him on the United Nations Security Council’s October 31 resolution endorsing Morocco’s autonomy plan for the Sahara. Herzog called the resolution «an important diplomatic achievement and a significant step toward a lasting political solution». He added that he hoped it «will encourage other countries to follow Israel’s example», recalling Israel’s
Moroccan chef Wijdane Merdad has won the grand prize at the International Couscous Festival (Cous Cous Fest), held annually in the Sicilian town of San Vito lo Capo, Italy. Now based in South Tyrol, near the Swiss and Austrian borders, she competed with a sweet dish she called a «symphony of Mediterranean flavors». Wijdane Merdad first traveled to Italy out of curiosity, eager to explore the country’s cuisine and gastronomic traditions. She soon developed a special passion
The Royal Moroccan Navy and the Spanish Navy recently conducted joint military exercises in the strategic waters of the Strait of Gibraltar and the Alboran Sea, under the aegis of NATO's SeaGuardian operation. The exercises aimed to bolster regional maritime security and address threats from terrorism and other maritime dangers. Taking part in these maneuvers were the Moroccan frigate «Tariq Ibn Ziyad» and the Spanish frigate «Reina Sofia». The navies executed tactical
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