Morocco World News
Wed, 12 Nov 2025 09:55:08 +0000Western Sahara: What does Algeria Really Want?
As Moroccans took to the streets and social media to celebrate the latest UNSC resolution on Western Sahara, their attention turned to Algeria, sometimes in mockery, in what seemed a huge diplomatic defeat for the Polisario Front’s main sponsor. In...
Wed, 12 Nov 2025 09:47:43 +0000Akhannouch: 250 Projects Worth $41.4 Billion Approved Since 2023 to Create 179,000 Jobs
The new support mechanism for Very Small, Small, and Medium Enterprises (VSMEs) is fully in line with the broad and integrated dynamic of deep economic reforms undertaken by Morocco under the leadership of King Mohammed VI, said Head of Government Az...
Wed, 12 Nov 2025 09:35:41 +0000Morocco Women’s Futsal Suffers Heavy Defeat to Spain in Friendly
Rabat – The Moroccan women’s national futsal team had a tough evening in Spain, losing 8–1 to the Spanish side in a friendly match on Tuesday. The game was part of Morocco’s preparation for the upcoming Women’s Futsal World Cup in the...
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 21:17:59 +0000Morocco Denies Providing Marriage Aid
Rabat – The Minister of Solidarity, Social Inclusion, and Family, Naima Ben Yahia, has denied claims that Morocco provides financial aid to people getting married. The minister made the remarks in response to a parliamentary question on the...
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 20:23:50 +0000Michael Richardson, NBA Star and Father of Moroccan Footballer Amir Richardson Dies
Rabat – Michael Ray Richardson, a four-time NBA All-Star and father of Moroccan football player Amir Richardson, has died at the age of 70, the New York Knicks announced on Tuesday. “We are saddened to hear about the passing of former Knick...
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 20:02:49 +0000Morocco to Face USA in U17 World Cup’s Round of 32
Rabat – FIFA has confirmed that Morocco’s U17 national team will face off the USA as part of the Qatar World Cup’s Round of 32. The match will take place on Friday. The young cubs were on the brink of elimination after a devastating...
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 19:56:19 +0000Alex Iwobi Stirs Controversy Over Morocco Hotel Stay Ahead of World Cup Qualifier
Rabat – Nigeria international Alex Iwobi has ignited a fierce debate after sharing a short video on his social media during his team’s stay in Rabat for a FIFA World Cup CAF qualifier against Gabon. Iwobi filmed his hotel room and the surro...
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 18:55:36 +0000EU Commission Approves Proposal for Negotiations on New Fishing Deal with Morocco
Rabat – The European Commission approved a proposal, opening the path for future and potential negotiations on a new fishing agreement with Morocco. Spanish news agency EFE reported today that European Commissioner for Fisheries Costas Kadis an...
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 18:11:51 +0000Suzuki Signs Global Partnership with CAF for AFCON 2025, WAFCON 2026
Marrakech – The Confederation of African Football (CAF) and Suzuki Motor Corporation have signed a major agreement making the Japanese automaker an Official Global Partner for the upcoming continental competitions. The deal covers the Africa Cu...
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 17:57:34 +0000Morocco Futsal Falls to Iran in Final of 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games
The Moroccan futsal team reached the 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games final in Riyadh but ultimately lost with a heavy 5–0 against by Iran. The Atlas lions finished an impressive but ultimately second runners-up in the tournament. As the reigning Afri...