Morocco

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 09:48:04 GMT
Moroccan Lower House Speaker Received By President of Slovenia
[MAP] Ljubljana -- The President of Slovenia, Nataša Pirc Musar, received on Monday at the Presidential Palace in Ljubljana the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rachid Talbi Alami, who is on an official visit to Slovenia.

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 05:07:42 GMT
Morocco's FM Holds Talks With Kenyan Fmr. PM Odinga, AU Commission Chairmanship Candidate
[MAP] Rabat -- Morocco's Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, Nasser Bourita, held discussions, on Monday in Rabat, with Raila Amolo Odinga, former Kenyan Prime Minister and candidate vying for African Union's Co...

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 05:07:42 GMT
Morocco Follows Developments in Syria, Hopes for Achieving Syrian People's Aspirations for Stability - FM
[MAP] Rabat -- Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates Nasser Bourita said on Monday in Rabat that "the Kingdom of Morocco is closely following the rapid and important developments in Syria", and hopes for achieving ...

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 04:41:33 GMT
Will Morocco Become a Battleground in a Global Trade War?
[Chatham House] The country offers a bridge to Western markets for Chinese makers of electric vehicles. President Xi's visit shows how important China regards its domination of the industry.

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 14:22:58 GMT
International Symposium On Transitional Justice Opens in Rabat
[MAP] Rabat -- An international symposium on transitional justice, under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, kicked off on Friday at the Parliament's headquarters in Rabat.

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 14:22:23 GMT
Transitional Justice in Morocco Led to Unique, Ground-Breaking Experience - HM the King
[MAP] Rabat -- The transitional justice process in Morocco led to a unique, ground-breaking experience, helping achieve a qualitative leap in the country's political experience - a process which led to a smooth, harmonious, consensual democratic tran...

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 17:37:42 GMT
Ethiopia, Morocco Underscore Need to Further Strengthen Bilateral & Multilateral Cooperation
[ENA] Addis Ababa -- Ethiopia's State Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Mesganu Arga, held a meeting today with Latifa Akharbach, President of the High Authority for Audiovisual Communication of Morocco and Candidate for the position of the Dep...

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 05:52:33 GMT
Morocco Achieves Significant Progress in Infrastructure Development, Says AfDB President
[MAP] Rabat -- Morocco is making significant progress in developing its infrastructure, particularly in the sectors of water, sanitation, railways, and airport facilities," stated Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), on...

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 05:52:32 GMT
Morocco Prioritizes Diversifying International Partnerships in Foreign Policy - Minister
[MAP] Rabat -- "Diversifying international partnerships is a key strategic priority of Morocco's foreign policy, guided by His Majesty King Mohammed VI," stated Nadia Fettah, Minister of Economy and Finance, on Wednesday in Rabat.

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 04:54:13 GMT
Interpol President Commends Morocco's Election As Vice-President for Africa
[MAP] Tunis -- President of International Criminal Police Organization-Interpol, Major General Ahmed Naser Al-Raisi commended on Wednesday Morocco's election as Interpol Vice-President for Africa, during the organization's general Assembly held recen...

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 06:01:47 GMT
AfDB to Submit €650 Mln Financing Proposal for Morocco's Preparations for 2030 World Cup
[MAP] Rabat -- The African Development Bank (AfDB) intends to support Morocco's preparations for the 2030 World Cup through a €650 million financing package, the President of the multilateral development institution, Akinwumi Adesina, announce...

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 05:01:26 GMT
Morocco Elected Member of Arab Ministerial Council for Electricity's New Executive Office
[MAP] Cairo -- Morocco was elected, on Monday in Cairo, as a member of the new Executive Office of the Arab Ministerial Council of Electricity for the 2024-2026 period.

Sat, 30 Nov 2024 15:54:48 GMT
Managing Tensions between Algeria and Morocco
[Crisis Group] Since 2021, when Algeria cut ties with Morocco, the two neighbours have been at odds. Thus far, their quarrels have largely remained in the diplomatic realm. Western countries should help keep a lid on the disputes until the time is ri...

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 12:23:15 GMT
Police Bust International Gold Trafficking Network in Oujda
[MAP] Oujda -- In a new coordinated operation on Wednesday, policemen in Oujda arrested five individuals, four of whom of one family, for their alleged involvement in an international gold trafficking network.

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 12:53:53 GMT
Algeria Overtakes Nigeria in FIFA Rankings As Morocco Retains Top Spot in Africa
[CAF] Morocco has retained its position as the top-ranked African nation in FIFA's latest rankings, released on Thursday, November 28, 2024.

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 06:07:58 GMT
Morocco's Govt Head Meets With DR Congo's PM in Rabat
[MAP] Rabat -- The Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch held talks with the Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo Suminwa Tuluka Judith, on Tuesday in Rabat, on strengthening bilateral cooperation and issues of mutual interest.

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 05:02:03 GMT
Morocco Showcases Expertise in Nuclear Research
[MAP] Vienna -- Morocco showcased at the headquarters of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), its contributions to nuclear research and African professionals' training in the peaceful use of nuclear technology,

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 15:55:01 GMT
Valencia Floods - Morocco's Solidarity With Spain Reflects Spirit of Bilateral Cooperation - Benyaich
[MAP] Valencia -- Morocco's ambassador to Spain, Karima Benyaich, emphasized on Friday in Valencia that the Kingdom's solidarity with Spain in the wake of the recent flooding reflects the spirit of cooperation between Rabat and Madrid.

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 06:19:18 GMT
Morocco Waives Import Tariffs On Domestic Cattle, Sheep
[MAP] Rabat -- Morocco's Government Council on Thursday approved a draft decree waiving import tariffs on domestic cattle and sheep.

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 10:14:52 GMT
Afcon 2025 - Meet 27-Time Champions Set to Compete for Title in Morocco
[Premium Times] The top 10 ranked countries will be in Morocco next year for the 2025 AFCON, while four-time champions Ghana failed to get to an AFCON tournament in 20 years

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 04:51:43 GMT
Moroccan Heritage Shines At Geneva's Palais Des Nations
[MAP] Geneva -- Morocco's rich artisanal, artistic, and culinary heritage took center stage at the International Bazaar of the United Nations Women's Circle in Geneva (UNWG-Geneva), the 2024 edition of which was hosted by the Kingdom of Morocco.

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 04:48:53 GMT
Morocco Complete Perfect Campaign With Big Win Over Lesotho
[CAF] Morocco wrapped up their TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign in emphatic style with a 7-0 win over Lesotho, while Gabon edged the Central African Republic (CAR) 1-0 to solidify their second-place finish in Group ...

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 04:48:50 GMT
TotalEnergies CAF Afcon 2025 - 15 Countries Secure Tickets for Morocco
[CAF] With only a few matches left in the qualifiers, 15 teams have secured their places at the highly anticipated TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, set to be held in Morocco.

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 05:05:06 GMT
Africa CDC Endorses First Locally Made Mpox Test From Morocco
[Capital FM] Nairobi Kenya -- Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Advisory Committee has endorsed first ever locally made Monkey Pox (Mpox) test from Morocco in efforts to boost Africa's health self-reliance and outbreak response.

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 07:00:41 GMT
Moroccan Tourism Sets Record With 14.6 Million Arrivals By October 2024
[MAP] Dakhla -- Morocco has welcomed 14.6 million tourists by the end of this year's October, surpassing in just 10 months, the record for the entire year 2023, Minister of Tourism, Handicraft, and Social and Solidarity Economy, Fatim-Zahra Ammor, an...

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 11:12:00 GMT
Morocco's First Homegrown PCR Test for Mpox Gets Africa CDC Nod
[Africa CDC] Addis Ababa, Ethiopia -- Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention through its Diagnostic Advisory Committee (DAC) has recommended the first locally manufactured Real-Time PCR test for mpox from Morocco. Africa CDC's approval und...

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 06:23:22 GMT
'Fierce Competition to Be in National Team,' Says Morocco's Head Coach
[MAP] Salé -- Morocco's football head coach, Walid Regragui said on Tuesday that competition for spots on the national soccer team is fierce.

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 14:44:19 GMT
Smart Gamble or Foolish Risk? the Case for and Against Nuclear in Africa
[African Arguments] Nuclear energy is low carbon, high intensity and consistent, but also expensive, hazardous, and perhaps simply unnecessary.

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 15:30:44 GMT
Possible Third Title On the Cards for Sundowns Ladies in Morocco
[CAF] Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies are looking at extending their dominance on the continent, as the reigning champions not only aim at defending their title, but eye a third African crown in four years.

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 15:30:23 GMT
African Women Football Clubs Will Receive USD 150 000 Each for Participating in the CAF Women's Champions League Morocco 2024
[CAF] Each of the 8 African Women Football Clubs that are participating in the CAF Women's Champions League Morocco 2024 will receive at least USD 150 000 in prize money.

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