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[ad_1] Rabat – Elias Ben Seghir stressed the importance of the two upcoming friendly matches against Bahrain and the Democratic Republic of Congo as part of the Atlas Lions’ preparations for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations. Ben Seghir stated, “We know we’re preparing for the upcoming AFCON, and it’s good to play these two matches against Bahrain and Congo. I hope we prepare well for the upcoming challenges.” The Bayer Leverkusen player added: “We’re trying to give our best with our clubs, and we’re pushing ourselves to the limit because we know how intense the competition is among us,…

[ad_1] Morocco and United Kingdom have just completed in Marrakesh region their annual military exercise “Jebel Sahara”, marking 25 years of cooperation between Morocco’s 2nd Parachute Infantry Brigade (2BIP) and the British Gibraltar Regiment. The exercise represents a milestone of Moroccan-British cooperation based on mutual trust, enduring friendships and shared geostrategic interests. Marrakech provides British RG an opportunity to learn from the Moroccan troops’ experience of operating in the hot, dry and demanding conditions of the desert. In return, they share with the Moroccans their military skills and manoeuvre tactics. To mark the long-standing partnership, General Sir Patrick Sanders visited…

[ad_1] More than 300 Moroccan and French business leaders are set to gather in Dakhla on October 9 for the Morocco-France Economic Forum, a high-level event aimed at deepening bilateral partnerships and exploring new opportunities in strategic sectors such as energy, infrastructure, and agribusiness. Organized jointly by the General Confederation of Moroccan Enterprises (CGEM) and the French Business Movement (MEDEF), the forum builds on the momentum of French President Emmanuel Macron’s recent state visit to Morocco. During that visit, President Macron reaffirmed France’s support for Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara, stating that “the present and future of the Sahara lie…

[ad_1] Dakhla — Tensions are escalating in and around the Tindouf camps in southern Algeria as new reports reveal a sharp rise in insecurity. Reports emerged this week of a recent armed attack targeting Chinese workers, exposing the fragile situation in the region, where Algeria continues to shelter and back the Polisario Front. In a Facebook post, the Forum for Supporters of Autonomy in the Tindouf Camps (FORSATIN) reported a criminal gang assault against workers from the Chinese company CRCC. The company is overseeing an Algerian-sponsored railway construction project. According to the statement, the attack took place along the rail…

[ad_1] President of Senegal Bassirou Diomaye Faye and King Mohammed VI have voiced their shared resolve to further strengthen the two countries’ strategic and multidimensional partnership. This came during an audience the Senegalese head of state granted Tuesday in Dakar to Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita, who is taking part in the “Invest in Senegal” forum. During the audience, Bourita reiterated to the Senegalese President the Monarch’s determination to further strengthen the strategic partnership uniting the two countries, a partnership that is already strong and multidimensional. President Faye on his part tasked the Foreign Minister with conveying to King Mohammed…

[ad_1] Rabat — Morocco’s International University of Rabat (UIR) is gaining traction as six of its scholars landed spots among the world’s top 2% of scientists in Stanford University’s 2025 rankings, marking a breakthrough moment for Moroccan research on the international stage. A statement from the UIR called the achievement “a true source of pride” and “global recognition of the scientific value of its researchers.” The university identified the honored scholars as Asmae Berrada, Amine Belhadi, Foued Saâdaoui, Khaled Mokni, Mohamed Bakhouya, and Said Ahzi. Stanford’s annual ranking draws from the SCOPUS international database and evaluates researchers on publication quality,…

[ad_1] Rabat, Morocco’s capital city, will host the new regional headquarters of the World Bank, according to local press report. The move strengthens the Kingdom’s economic attractiveness and position as a gateway to African markets. Morocco has gained the trust of the World football governing body for hosting FIFA Africa Office. The World bank followed suit, confirming the country’s status as an international reliable and strategic partner. The opening of a new WB regional HQ in Morocco will enhance further the Kingdom’s nation branding and soft-power. The WB Rabat Office will serve as the regional center for the Bank’s operations…

[ad_1] Dakhla — A new young woman died in the Hassan II hospital in Agadir today, sparking questions on the effectiveness of maternal safety in Morocco’s healthcare sector. The Ministry of Health confirmed today that the pregnant woman died following an emergency cesarean section. A statement from the ministry indicated that the deceased’s health condition deteriorated shortly after the procedure, leading to her death in the intensive care unit despite medical efforts. Her newborn remains under medical observation. The tragedy marks yet another maternal death in the hospital, following similar deaths in the previous weeks, making such losses a disturbing…

[ad_1] Ahead of the upcoming vote on a new UN Security Council resolution concerning the Sahara issue, Secretary-General António Guterres has released his latest report on the situation urging the extension of the UN mission’s mandate in the territory and echoing many of the themes from previous years, while underscoring a notable international shift towards backing Morocco’s autonomy plan as a credible and lasting political solution. Guterres highlighted the joint communiqué issued on June 1, 2025, by the United Kingdom and Morocco, in which the UK described Morocco’s autonomy plan as “the most credible, viable, and pragmatic basis for a…

[ad_1] Rabat – Tangier Med Port has maintained its position as the central gateway for Moroccans residing abroad during “Operation Marhaba” – a Moroccan annual initiative that facilitates the transit of diaspora during the summer season. Today, Minister of Transport Abdessamad Kayouh chaired a meeting to discuss and assess “Operation Marhaba” 2025. During the meeting, the minister described this year’s operation as “successful,” commending coordination between all stakeholders as well as bilateral coordination with transit countries. During the meeting, officials said that Morocco recorded the passage of over 3.2 million passengers and nearly 739,000 vehicles through Moroccan ports from June…