Morocco has suspended imports of feed grains from Germany following a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, the president of Morocco's grain trade federation (FNCL) revealed to Reuters on Thursday. Omar Yacoubi, the FNCL president, stated, «The decision affects all untreated plant-based feed intended for animal consumption from Germany due to the foot-and-mouth disease outbreak there». A source from ONSSA, the Moroccan public body responsible for food safety and compliance of
The import of Moroccan pasta and couscous into West African markets is experiencing significant growth. According to data shared by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) on January 23, Morocco exported a total of 125,343 metric tons of wheat-based products from July 2023 to June 2024. These wheat products are primarily exported to West Africa in the form of pasta and couscous, as reported by the USDA, citing Morocco’s Office des Changes. The West African countries importing
In a thrilling showdown on the final day of the UEFA Champions League group stage, Ismael Saibari emerged as a pivotal figure in PSV Eindhoven's 3-2 triumph over Liverpool. The English club initially seized the lead with a penalty converted by Cody Gakpo in the 28th minute. However, PSV quickly responded when Johan Bakayoko equalized in the 35th minute. Liverpool's Harvey Elliott restored their lead in the 40th minute, but Moroccan international Saibari leveled the score just before halftime
Salwan Momika, notorious for his provocative acts of desecrating and burning the Quran in Sweden, was fatally shot in his apartment building on the outskirts of Stockholm on Wednesday evening. Authorities have detained five individuals in connection with the murder investigation. Reports suggest that Momika was broadcasting live on social media shortly before the incident. The 38-year-old, an Iraqi refugee from a Christian background and a self-proclaimed atheist, was scheduled to face trial
Moroccan international footballer Hakim Ziyech has officially parted ways with Galatasaray. The Turkish club announced the termination of their contract with Ziyech on Wednesday via social media. The club shared a photo of the winger with the caption: «Thank you Hakim Ziyech for your efforts and contributions to Galatasaray! Good luck on your new adventure!» Ziyech initially joined Galatasaray at the start of last season on loan from Chelsea, with the Turkish club securing
In Germany, the Christian Democratic Union and the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) have crossed a longstanding boundary by aligning their votes in the Bundestag to support a non-binding motion aimed at tightening migration policy. This collaboration marks a pivotal moment, as the motion concerning asylum conditions was narrowly approved on Wednesday with a margin of just three votes: 348 in favor, 345 against, and 10 abstentions. The proposed legislation advocates for the immediate
Torrential rains swept through Tangier on the night of Wednesday, January 29, leading to severe flooding in multiple streets and neighborhoods, particularly in Bourbiaat and Bendiban. Videos shared to social media vividly capture the extent of the floods, showing torrents sweeping away residents' belongings in affected areas, including parts of the city center. The General Directorate of Meteorology has issued a warning, forecasting locally strong thunderstorms with rainfall amounts
Morocco has set a new record by importing 35,000 tons of shelled almonds from the United States in the first 11 months of 2024, according to data from Eastfruit. This import volume, valued at $174.5 million, marks an 18% increase compared to the previous year. The rise in Morocco's imports of US shelled almonds has been consistent since 2017, with the exception of 2022. The growth trend resumed in 2023, and the import volume in 2024 was noted to be «38 times higher than that of
The future grand mosque in Metz, France, slated for completion by late 2025, is stirring controversy due to its funding sources. The Union of Secular Families of Moselle (UFAL 57) disclosed on Tuesday a significant donation of one million euros made in 2023 by King Mohammed VI of Morocco, raising concerns about «foreign interference». The mosque project, with an estimated cost of 15.7 million euros, had previously secured a 490,000-euro grant from the city of Metz in July 2023.
The Egyptian dessert franchise B.Laban has created quite a buzz in Casablanca with the opening of its first Moroccan branch. Located in the bustling Maarif neighborhood, the shop has become a magnet for dessert enthusiasts eager to sample its creamy dairy concoctions. However, this honeymoon was shortlived, as the shop closed its doors on Wednesday, just one week after its opening. In fact, the popularity of B.Laban in Maarif has sparked criticism from local residents and businesses due