In a stunning display of skill and determination, Morocco's U20 team triumphed over Argentina, securing their first-ever world title and cementing their status as a rising power in global football. Led by the electrifying Yassir Zabiri, whose two goals showcased the new spirit of Moroccan football, this victory is a testament to years of dedication and ambition.
Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, Khalid Ait Taleb has made a remarkable return to Morocco’s public stage. Nearly a year after stepping down as Minister of Health during the October 23 cabinet reshuffle, King Mohammed VI has appointed him Wali of the Fès-Meknès region and Governor of the Prefecture of Fès. The appointment, announced on Sunday, October 19, came at the recommendation of the Head of Government and was initiated by the Minister of the Interior, in
In the draft 2026 finance bill, the government is striving to address the demands put forth by GenZ youth, as well as the directives given by King Mohammed VI in his speeches during the Throne Day celebrations and at the opening of the parliamentary year.
The American draft resolution is causing a stir in the Tindouf camps. Official voices from the Polisario leadership are denouncing the United States' alignment with Morocco's position. Meanwhile, Bachir Mustapha Sayed is taking advantage of the political setback dealt to Brahim Ghali and his supporters to present himself as the «savior of the Sahrawi people».
Tragedy struck on Saturday at the new port in Laayoune, owned by the Phosboucraa company, when two workers lost their lives in a construction site accident. A lifting truck operated by the Archirodon company plunged into a deep water basin, claiming the lives of the workers. According to media reports, the truck was transporting three workers when it unexpectedly fell into a water-filled pit. Two workers died instantly, while a third was rescued with great difficulty and rushed to the hospital
The Polisario Front has reacted sharply to the draft resolution on Western Sahara circulated among members of the United Nations Security Council, which cites Morocco’s autonomy initiative as the sole framework for negotiations to end the decades-long conflict. Mohamed Bukhari, an advisor to the Polisario leader, claimed in an article published by the separatist front’s news agency that since 2020, the United States has been «trying to hand over Western Sahara to
The Generation Z movement reignited its protests on Saturday evening across several Moroccan cities after a brief pause. Peaceful demonstrations took place in Casablanca, Rabat, Tangier, Marrakech, Fez, Oujda, Agadir, Tetouan, Meknes, Safi, El Jadida, and Beni Mellal. Protesters chanted slogans demanding «quality education and decent healthcare for all» and «accountability and responsibility», while also calling for «the release of all prisoners of conscience
As anticipated, Driss Lachgar has been reappointed as First Secretary of the Socialist Union of Popular Forces (USFP) for another four-year term. The decision follows the lifting of term-limit restrictions earlier today, clearing the way for his re-election. This development comes after the party’s 12th Congress, held in Bouznika, overwhelmingly approved a proposal from the National Council to amend Article 217 of the internal statutes and Article 212 of the internal regulations. Both
On the 12th of Rabi’ al-Awwal Sunni Muslims celebrate the Prophet’s birthday. In a festive atmosphere, some of them recite the Quran, praise the lord and study the prophet’s biography. But is celebrating the date of birth of Mohammed (peace be upon him) contradictory to Islamic Law ?
On the 19th of October 1958, the Kingdom of Morocco hosted a Formula One motor race known as the 1958 Moroccan Grand Prix. Two years after gaining its independence, Morocco wanted to celebrate the new era by taking advantage of the race to shed light on the city of Casablanca. Flashback.