Author: aya

Nizar Baraka, Secretary-General of the Istiqlal Party, stated that the decline in household purchasing power is closely linked to the rise in food prices, arguing that the large number of intermediaries in distribution chains is one of the main factors contributing to higher consumer costs. Speaking at an event organized by the Istiqlal Economists Association in Casablanca, Baraka explained that the presence of multiple intermediaries between producers and consumers increases profit margins throughout the supply chain, ultimately affecting retail prices. He noted that these observations are supported by reports issued by official institutions, including Morocco’s Competition Council, which has highlighted…

Morocco’s national football team has climbed to seventh place in the latest FIFA World Ranking released on Thursday, achieving the highest position in its history since the men’s world ranking system was introduced in 1993. The Atlas Lions gained one spot after defeating Madagascar and drawing a friendly match against Norway, bringing their total to 1,755.10 points. In its official statement, FIFA highlighted Morocco’s continued rise on the international stage, noting that the team surpassed the Netherlands, which dropped to eighth place. Just hours before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Morocco sits seventh in the global rankings,…

Government spokesperson and Minister Delegate in charge of Relations with Parliament, Mustapha Baitas, stated that Morocco’s economic growth indicators are based on data issued by independent national and international institutions, stressing that the figures reflect a positive trend in the country’s economic performance. Speaking during a press conference following the Government Council meeting, Baitas noted that Morocco’s growth rate increased from 1.8 percent in 2022 to 3.7 percent in 2023, before reaching 4.4 percent in 2024 and 4.9 percent in 2025. He added that current projections indicate economic growth could reach approximately 5.2 percent by the end of 2026, driven…

Morocco’s Director General of National Security and Territorial Surveillance, Abdellatif Hammouchi, held talks on Thursday in Rabat with the Ambassador of the Federative Republic of Brazil to Morocco, Alexandre Guido Lopes Parola, to discuss ways of strengthening bilateral security cooperation. The meeting focused on existing cooperation between Morocco and Brazil in areas including border security, counterterrorism efforts and the fight against transnational crime, while also exploring new avenues for collaboration. Both sides reviewed mechanisms aimed at enhancing police training, combating irregular migration networks and monitoring terrorist activities in the Sahel-Sahara region. The discussions also took place within the framework of…

Morocco’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office in Geneva, Omar Zniber, called for strengthening the protection of the family and enhancing its role within the United Nations system during a diplomatic workshop held under the theme “A New Compact for Revitalizing, Protecting and Promoting the Family in Policy, Law and Practice.” Speaking before diplomats, experts and representatives of civil society organizations, Omar Zniber stressed that resolutions adopted by the United Nations Human Rights Council recognize the family as the natural and fundamental unit of society, emphasizing the need for increased protection and support from states and international institutions. The…

Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi has finalized the national team’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after making late changes to the roster ahead of the tournament, according to information released by FIFA. The final list excludes defender Nayef Aguerd and winger Abdessamad Ezzalzouli, both ruled out due to fitness concerns before the start of the competition in the United States, Canada and Mexico. According to the available information, Aguerd was unable to complete his recovery from a previous injury despite undergoing surgery and following a rehabilitation program. Ezzalzouli, meanwhile, sustained a knee injury during a recent friendly match,…

Members of the Royal Gendarmerie attached to the Tangier company carried out an operation on Wednesday in the Didayat area of Kzenaya, resulting in the seizure of a shipment of nitrous oxide, commonly known as “laughing gas”, stored inside a warehouse. According to available information, the operation followed field investigations and inquiries that led authorities to identify the warehouse before conducting the intervention under the supervision of the competent public prosecutor’s office. Sources indicated that officers discovered an international freight transport truck inside the facility carrying quantities of nitrous oxide. The vehicle and its cargo were subsequently seized as part…

Tangier hosted a communication meeting organized by the Moroccan National Union of Budo and Martial Arts, the official representative of the World Budo and Martial Arts Federation in Morocco and Africa, to highlight Morocco’s participation in the World Budo and Martial Arts Championship held in Azerbaijan in May 2026. The event celebrated the achievements of Moroccan athletes during the international competition, particularly the performance of world champion Abdelhamid Aït Hamadi, who won the gold belt. The meeting also featured the appointment of Professor Abderrahim El Bourimi as National Technical Director for Budo and Martial Arts. The decision was announced by…

The city of Deroua witnessed significant online attention in recent hours after videos circulated showing several citizens assisting a woman who was accompanied by her child during an incident that drew public interest. According to information shared on social media, people present at the scene intervened to help the woman and ensure the safety of both her and her child. Footage recorded at the location was later widely circulated online. The incident prompted numerous reactions, with many users praising the quick response and solidarity demonstrated by those who stepped in to assist. As of now, no official statement has been…

SIERA officially inaugurated new production lines for freezers, refrigerators, and combined refrigerator-freezer units equipped with Total No Frost technology on June 10, 2026, marking a new milestone in the company’s industrial development and in Morocco’s domestic home appliance manufacturing sector. The inauguration ceremony was attended by an official delegation led by Ryad Mezzour, Morocco’s Minister of Industry and Trade. The project forms part of the industrial modernization program implemented by MANAR, owner of the SIERA brand, under an investment agreement signed with the Ministry of Industry and Trade. The investment, valued at MAD 94 million, has strengthened the company’s production…