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Morocco allocated seventeen billion dirhams between 2022 and 2025 to curb electricity price hikes for the benefit of households and businesses. Meanwhile, the Office National de l'Électricité et de l'Eau Potable forecasts losses exceeding 8.6 billion in 2026 and is preparing an investment and reform plan.
Read article →The government of Morocco considers the non-renewal of the Minurso mission mandate a significant step toward the conclusion of the Sahara dispute at the United Nations. The outcome follows Russia's veto on a US draft at the Security Council, while Rabat reaffirms its respect for the ceasefire agreement.
Read article →Following Russia's veto of a US resolution on the Sahara at the UN Security Council, an American congressman called for restrictive measures against Algeria and the designation of the Polisario Front as a terrorist group, according to the Moroccan outlet Hespress.
Read article →At the United Nations Security Council, the United States vetoed a Russian draft resolution on the Sahara, stating that the Minurso mission requires substantial changes to its operational mandate. The US representative questioned the effectiveness of current activities on the ground, reiterating the commitment to diplomatic talks.
Read article →Paris Saint-Germain clinched their ninth consecutive Ligue 1 victory by clearly defeating Le Havre away from home. In the away success, the performance of Achraf Hakimi stands out, author of his first career hat-trick and two assists, consolidating the Parisians' lead at the top of the table.
Read article →In Morocco, industrial producer prices recorded a slight growth of 0.1% in September 2026, highlighting a slowdown compared to the previous month. This was reported by the news outlet Hespress, citing the High Commission for Planning: price increases in clothing were partially offset by declines in metallurgy and the food industry.
Read article →According to reports by the Hespress news outlet, Morocco's Royal Cabinet announced that the United Nations Security Council did not renew the mandate of the MINURSO mission. Rabat considers this decision a decisive step toward the definitive closure of the Sahara dossier and the withdrawal of the contingent.
Read article →Moroccan Minister Fouzi Lekjaa announced before parliament that decisive developments are expected regarding the Sahara dispute. During the discussion on the finance bill, the government representative recalled recent United Nations resolutions and the national autonomy initiative as the basis for diplomatic negotiation.
Read article →The Finance Committee of the House of Representatives of Morocco examined the 2027 budget, worth 400 billion dirhams in public investments. Lawmakers raised questions about the concentration of territorial resources, the shortage of doctors, and the effectiveness of tax cuts for low-income groups.
Read article →In Morocco, MP Omar Mahmoud Benjelloun of the Left Alliance is at the center of harsh protests from Sahrawi and Amazigh associations. The criticism concerns his statements regarding the use of Hassaniya in the proceedings of the House and the expenditure linked to the official recognition of Amazigh, accusations that the parliamentarian rejected, calling them a misunderstanding.
Read article →Health authorities in Morocco's Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region have recorded 25 suspected diphtheria cases, with several confirmed infections, across seven provinces. This re-emergence of the disease, absent since 1992, follows the death of a child in Ksar El Kebir. Authorities are intensifying controls and laboratory analyses, while 14 patients have already recovered. The Ministry of Health had previously warned about the risks associated with declining vaccination rates.
Read article →King Mohammed VI of Morocco has sent a message of condolences to King Felipe VI of Spain and Queen Letizia following a tragic rail incident near Toledo. The news, reported by Hespress, highlights Morocco's solidarity with Spain in light of the serious tragedy, which unfortunately caused dozens of victims and numerous injuries.
Read article →The Head of Government of Morocco, Fatima Zahra Mansouri, participated in the third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow, representing King Mohammed VI. Her presence at the Kremlin reception, where she was welcomed by Russian President Vladimir Putin, marks her first official visit abroad in this role. The two-day summit, October 28 and 29, aims to strengthen cooperation on trade, investments, energy, and diplomacy between Russia and African nations.
Read article →The Consulate General of Morocco in Madrid announced that no Moroccan citizen has been identified among the victims of the serious train accident that occurred on Wednesday in Spain. The collision between two high-speed trains, a Renfe AVE and an Iryo, near Urda, Toledo province, caused the death of at least 64 people and injured dozens. The consulate has established a crisis unit to monitor the situation and provide assistance to its nationals.
Read article →An alleged drug trafficking leader, known as the «Hashish Tiger», was arrested in Tangier on October 8, ending months on the run. The international operation, conducted in collaboration between Moroccan and Spanish authorities, also led to 86 arrests in Spain and the seizure of 10.8 tons of hashish and 20 kg of marijuana. The suspect is accused of leading a vast European distribution network.
Read article →The Consulate General of Spain in Rabat has introduced new procedures for Schengen and long-stay visa applications, with instructions updated to October 23, 2026. The changes include specific schedules for appointments via BLS and direct submission methods for certain categories of applicants, aiming to optimize the process in Morocco, as reported by Hespress.
Read article →Abdelilah Benkirane, leader of the Justice and Development Party (PJD), questioned the outcomes of the September parliamentary elections in Morocco, claiming that his party obtained more seats than officially reported. He accused the Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) of aiming to marginalize the PJD, while also admitting to errors by the PJD leadership that contributed to the 2021 defeat.
Read article →Morocco intends to reach an overall dam storage capacity exceeding 24 billion cubic meters by the end of 2027. This objective, detailed in the explanatory memorandum of the 2027 finance bill project, is part of efforts to strengthen water security. Since 2020, eight large dams have been completed and several others are in an advanced stage or under construction, along with programs for small dams and aquifer drilling.
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