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The United States is holding discussions with Morocco to secure fertilizer supplies, as part of efforts to mitigate the impact of the ongoing war in the Middle East on global supply chains. According to the White House, these talks come amid rising tensions in the international fertilizer market and noticeable price increases, as the U.S. administration seeks to ensure adequate supplies for American farmers. The same source noted that this step is part of Washington’s broader efforts to identify alternative sources, in light of constraints imposed by geopolitical changes on shipping and international trade. In this context, Reuters quoted the…

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation announced that it has received the decision of the Appeals Committee of the Confederation of African Football, expressing its satisfaction with the outcome, and stating that it reinforces respect for regulations and the principles of sporting fairness. In an official statement, the federation said that the legal process it followed in this case led to results it considers favorable, noting that the decision helps ensure the proper conduct of international competitions in accordance with established rules. It explained that since the events surrounding the match between the national team and its Senegalese counterpart, which led…

A 4.4 magnitude earthquake was recorded on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, off the coast of the Strait of Gibraltar, with tremors felt in several northern Moroccan cities without causing casualties or material damage, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre. According to technical data, the earthquake occurred at a depth of حوالي 97 kilometers, approximately 69 kilometers east of Gibraltar and 60 kilometers southeast of Marbella, in a seismically active area. Residents reported feeling the tremor at light to moderate levels in cities including Tangier, Tetouan, Larache and Rabat. The “Felt Reports” platform also collected multiple reports from southern Spain, particularly…

Coastal and artisanal fishing landings at Tangier Port reached 760 tons by the end of February 2026, marking a 29 percent increase compared to the same period last year, according to data released by the National Fisheries Office. The same source reported that the commercial value of these landings stood at approximately 21.05 million dirhams by the end of February, compared to more than 21.02 million dirhams recorded during the same period in 2025. Breakdown by category shows that pelagic fish landings declined by 5 percent to 289 tons, while their value increased by 13 percent to around 3.28 million…

Public debate over Morocco’s official time system intensifies each winter, as the country continues to apply permanent daylight saving time under GMT+1 since 2018, except during Ramadan, raising questions that extend beyond productivity and international alignment to broader social and educational concerns. Experts highlight that time policy can influence students’ daily routines, particularly sleep quality and morning alertness. According to psychologist Bouchra El Marabti, a seasonal return to Greenwich Mean Time may better align school schedules with children’s biological clocks, as waking up in natural daylight supports hormonal regulation linked to alertness and reduces morning fatigue. She adds that improved…

A group of cleaning workers serving various schools in Sidi Slimane held a protest on Monday morning outside the Provincial Directorate of the Ministry of National Education and Preschool, denouncing delays in the payment of their monthly salaries. The demonstration was called by the Moroccan Labour Union and saw the participation of several workers who demanded the immediate settlement of pending wages, emphasizing the financial and social impact of the delays. According to statements made by participants, cleaning staff perform essential duties related to maintaining school cleanliness and providing a healthy environment for pupils and teaching staff, and therefore call…

Water reserves in dams located within the Loukkos basin in the Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region have reached 94.2 percent of total capacity as of February 16, according to official figures released by the Ministry of Equipment and Water through its “Al Ma Dialna” platform. The total stored volume stands at 1,802.6 million cubic meters, indicating a significant recovery in water resources across the region. Among the dams reporting full capacity are Oued El Makhazine Dam, Charif Al Idrissi Dam, Smir Dam, Ibn Battouta Dam, Moulay Hassan Ben El Mehdi Dam, Chefchaouen Dam and Nakhla Dam. Meanwhile, Dar Khrofa Dam, Kharroub Dam…

Sardine prices in Moroccan markets have climbed to about 50 dirhams per kilogram in recent days, in a development that comes as the biological rest period draws to a close and Ramadan approaches, amid rising demand for seafood. The increase, observed in several cities, concerns a widely consumed fish that serves as an essential protein source for a broad segment of Moroccan households, particularly those with limited and middle incomes, especially during the period leading up to the fasting month. According to professional and union sources, the surge is attributed to multiple factors, including the continued biological rest period over…