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[ad_1] Casablanca — Career experts and industry executives gathered today at Dar America to examine the role of American university degrees in Morocco’s evolving job market, as part of the “Moroccan Voices, American Degrees: Alumni in Action” networking event. The panel “US Degrees in the Moroccan Job Market” brought together two prominent business leaders to share their perspectives on how American higher education impacts career prospects for Moroccan professionals. Naoufel Jellal, CEO of Les Eaux Minerales d’Oulmes, and Jalal Charaf, General Director of Ecole Centrale Casablanca, participated in the discussion moderated by Manal Elattir, founder of the Womenomics Institute. The…
[ad_1] King Mohammed VI has sent a message of congratulations to the members of the national football team of local players, winners of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN-2024). In this message, the King emphasized that he followed with great pride and enthusiasm “your well-deserved victory in the final of the eighth edition of the African Nations Championship (CHAN-2024), jointly organized by brotherly Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.” “It is a source of joy and pride to extend to you my warm congratulations for this continental victory, the third of its kind, which strengthens the exceptional recent achievements and performances of…
[ad_1] Marrakech – Morocco’s Minister of Youth, Culture and Communication, Mohamed Mehdi Bensaid, called on international film producers and actors to discover Morocco as a premier filming destination during his address at the Venice Production Bridge event on Friday. The minister showcased the country’s diverse geography, cultural richness, and developed infrastructure that position it as a global platform for the film industry. Speaking at the Venice International Film Festival, Bensaid pointed to the strong cultural and artistic ties between Morocco and Italy, noting both countries’ long traditions in cinema. During his visit, the minister held meetings with festival director Alberto…
[ad_1] The Moroccan national team of local players won its third African Nations Championship (CHAN-2024) title, writing a new page in Moroccan football history with this historic record.The local Atlas Lions have defeated Madagascar (3-2) in the CHAN 2024 final in Nairobi this Saturday, claiming their third continental title. It was the crowning moment of a well-mastered CHAN. Morocco secured a historic third title in the African Nations Championship, becoming the new record-holder of the tournament ahead of DR Congo. Tarik Sektioui’s men prevailed against Madagascar (3-2) after a roller-coaster match played at Nairobi’s Moi International Stadium, which was fully…
[ad_1] Marrakech – King Mohammed VI has sent a message of congratulations to Morocco’s local football team following their victory in the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), marking their third title in the competition. The monarch expressed his pride after watching Morocco clinch a 3-2 victory over first-time finalists Madagascar in Saturday’s pulsating final at the Moi International Stadium in Kasarani, Kenya. “It is a source of joy and pride to extend our warm congratulations for this continental triumph, the third of its kind, which reinforces the exceptional continental achievements and performances recently accomplished by Moroccan football,” the sovereign wrote…
[ad_1] Morocco’s foreign minister Nasser Bourita received on Friday in Rabat newly appointed UK ambassador to Morocco Mr. Alex Pinfield OBE who presented copies of his credentials to the minister. Mr Pinfield has been in the Diplomatic Service for over 25 years, with a career focused across Asia and the Middle East. Prior to his appointment in Morocco, his roles have included Head of Iran Unit and Head of China Department. His previous overseas postings have been in China, Iran, Australia, as well as Deputy Chief of Mission in Afghanistan. Mr. Alex Pinfield OBE replaces Ambassador Simon Martin. The arrival…
[ad_1] Marrakech – The Moroccan Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AMMPS) has announced a ban on nail products containing Trimethylbenzoyl Diphenylphosphine Oxide (TPO). The prohibition covers the marketing, manufacturing, importation, distribution, and use of all cosmetic products containing this substance. In an official statement, AMMPS informed health professionals, beauty industry stakeholders, and consumers that nail polishes and gels containing TPO are now strictly prohibited in Morocco. This decision follows a comprehensive evaluation of available scientific data and international standards regarding this substance. The agency explained that TPO, which functions as a photo-initiator in certain UV-curing nail gels and polishes,…
[ad_1] Morocco’s industrial transformation accelerates through three flagship projects—Midparc aerospace hub, Aït Melloul’s sustainable renovation, and Tanger Tech’s mega-complex—collectively representing the kingdom’s commitment to high-value manufacturing and international competitiveness. These developments exemplify a coordinated strategy combining innovation, sustainability, and workforce development to establish Morocco as a premier industrial destination. Midparc, spanning 124 hectares near Mohammed V Airport, has emerged as Morocco’s premier aerospace acceleration zone. Originally conceived under the National Pact for Industrial Emergence, the facility now hosts over 150 European and Asian companies specializing in assembly, research and development, maintenance, and technical services. Recent investments underscore its momentum: Swedish…
[ad_1] Rabat – A new music video by Moroccan rapper Draganov has gone viral online and caused strong reactions across North Africa. The song Tach, released only a week ago, has already reached more than 5 million views on YouTube. While many fans praised it in Morocco, Algeria, and even France, the video has also created controversy in Algeria. The video features well-known Algerian comedian Mohammed Khassani dancing in front of Draganov, who remains seated on a stack of chairs. For many viewers, this was just a normal artistic choice as Draganov often uses chairs in his videos. But some…
[ad_1] The World Food Programme (WFP) and UNICEF have announced the mobilization of $65 million under the Joint Resilience Project Phase II to support nearly one million vulnerable people in South Sudan. The initiative will cover urban and peri-urban communities in Juba, Torit, Yambio, and Aweil, focusing on critical areas such as food security, education, healthcare, clean water, sanitation, and protection services. With an estimated 70 percent of the population—9.3 million people—requiring humanitarian assistance, UNICEF’s representative Noala Skinner described the support as transformative, enabling expanded treatment for severe malnutrition, improved access to essential services, and strengthened child protection. WFP’s acting…