Morocco’s financial education programs reached 70,827 direct beneficiaries in 2025, marking a 23% increase compared to the previous year. The post Morocco’s Financial Education Programs Reached 70,827 People in 2025 appeared first on Morocco World News.

Moroccan international Achraf Hakimi has made a remarkable impact on the leaderboard for assists in the 2025-26 Champions League season. The post Hakimi Among Top Assist Providers in Champions League appeared first on Morocco World News.

Wydad Athletic Club’s most recent loss to Union Sportive Yacoub El Mansour, the team that sits at the very bottom of the Botola’s (the Moroccan football league) standings, came as yet another shock to the mythical Casablanca club’s fans as they witness what they see as another rapid descent into hell. The post Wydad’s Ship is Sinking. Can The Club Be Salvaged? appeared first on Morocco World News.

Casablanca is set to host one of Africa’s most important healthcare innovation events in the coming days, with GITEX Future Health Africa The post ‘Patient Experience Intelligence’ at Heart of GITEX’s Vision for African Healthcare appeared first on Morocco World News.

Labour Friends of Morocco is a relatively new political group working to build closer ties between the United Kingdom and Morocco. The post UK’s Labour Friends of Morocco Profiles Its Key Figures and Leadership appeared first on Morocco World News.

Ongoing anti-migrant violence continues against Africans in South Africa, with human rights groups urging for action and a swift response to mitigate the alarming crisis. The post Global Frustration Mounts as Anti-African Violence Continues in South Africa appeared first on Morocco World News.

Fuel prices in Morocco have recorded a decrease of around MAD 1 ($ 0.10) per litre at the beginning of May, bringing temporary relief after several months of consecutive increases in diesel and gasoline costs. The post Fuel Prices Fall Below MAD 15 per Litre in Morocco at Start of May appeared first on Morocco World News.

Every May 1st, Morocco's streets fill with union marchers. Workers, banners in hand, move through Rabat, Casablanca, Marrakech, and other cities demanding better wages, more jobs, and fairer conditions. The post Morocco Labor Day 2026: Minimum Wage Rises but 1.6 Million Still Out of Work appeared first on Morocco World News.

Morocco has been chosen to host the 77th FIFA Congress on March 18, 2027. FIFA President Gianni Infantino shared the news during this year's meeting in Vancouver, Canada. The post Morocco Officially Set to Host FIFA’s 2027 Congress appeared first on Morocco World News.

José Mourinho has finally spoken out about the persisting media reports linking him to the Real Madrid job as the top candidate to replace Alvaro Arbeloa. The post Mourinho Clarifies Real Madrid Rumors appeared first on Morocco World News.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino recently discussed new changes to FIFA’s rules, emphasizing the urgent need to improve respect and discipline within football.  The post Infantino Backs New Disciplinary Rules: Unauthorized Exit Means Red Card appeared first on Morocco World News.

Ismael Baouf has reportedly turned down moves from Al-Nassr and Red Star FC, as his priority is climbing toward the highest level in European football. The post Ismael Baouf Rejects Al-Nassr and Red Star as He Targets Europe’s Top Level appeared first on Morocco World News.

Morocco is moving to reshape its local tax system, giving more financial power to regional and local authorities under a new law aimed The post Morocco’s Local Tax Reform Shifts Power to Regions appeared first on Morocco World News.

Attijari Payment and Africa-Exchange have signed a partnership agreement aimed at accelerating the adoption of electronic payment solutions and supporting the modernization of currency exchange offices across Morocco. The post Attijari Payment, Africa-Exchange to Modernize Currency Exchange Offices in Morocco appeared first on Morocco World News.

Morocco’s Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan chaired in Rabat today the official opening of the 31st edition of the International Publishing and Book Fair (SIEL), scheduled to run from May 1 to 10. The post Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan Inaugurates 31st International Publishing and Book Fair appeared first on Morocco World News.

The 50th edition of the Hassan II Trophy and the 29th edition of the Lalla Meryem Cup will take place from 18 to 24 May in Rabat. The post Golf: Hassan II Trophy and Lalla Meryem Cup Return to Rabat appeared first on Morocco World News.

Rabat – Wydad Athletic Club parted ways with its former coach Patrice Carteron, after yesterday’s loss against US Yacoub El Mansour with 2-1.  The clash was held at Mohammed V stadium in Casablanca Morocco for the 17th round of the national championship of Botola Pro first division.  According to SNRTnews, the club has officially dismissed […] The post Mohammed Benchrifa Replaces Patrice Carteron as Wydad AC Head Coach appeared first on Morocco World News.

Rabat – Achraf Hakimi’s physical condition has become a growing concern at Paris Saint-Germain, after the Moroccan international returned to high-intensity competition despite clear signs of a hamstring issue, fueling debate around Luis Enrique’s uncompromising approach to player management. While the Parisian club celebrated its 5-4 victory over Bayern Munich in the Champions League semi-final […] The post The Enrique Logic : PSG Victories Come at the Expense of Players Safety appeared first...

Three United Nations human rights experts on Wednesday urged Saudi Arabia to dismantle the Kafala sponsorship system as the kingdom ramps up preparations to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup. The post UN Experts Call on Saudi Arabia to Scrap Kafala System Before 2034 World Cup appeared first on Morocco World News.

Real Madrid are enduring a disappointing season, having exited both the Champions League and the Copa del Rey while falling behind Barcelona in La Liga.  The post Regragui Among Candidates for Real Madrid Job appeared first on Morocco World News.

The Moroccan Human Rights Council expressed today its view that culture, human rights, and development cannot be treated as separate domains. The post SIEL 2026: CNDH Spotlights Culture’s Role in Shaping Rights and Development appeared first on Morocco World News.

PSG Coach Luis Enrique spoke very highly of Achraf Hakimi when asked about him before Paris Saint-Germain faced Lorient. The post “A Moroccan machine”: Luis Enrique Hails Achraf Hakimi appeared first on Morocco World News.

Morocco’s Inspector General of the Royal Armed Forces, Mohammed Berrid, held talks with US Secretary of the Army Daniel Driscoll on Friday at the Southern Zone Headquarters. The post African Lion 2026: Morocco’s FAR Chief, US Army Secretary Hail Bilateral Cooperation appeared first on Morocco World News.

Morocco’s seven largest banks are entering a period of strengthening fundamentals, positioning the sector to capture major growth opportunities tied to the 2030 FIFA World Cup and a wave of infrastructure spending, according to a new peer credit analysis published Thursday by Fitch Ratings. The post Fitch: Morocco’s Banks Shrug Off Iran War Impact, Eye 2030 World Cup Growth appeared first on Morocco World News.

Diario Ole, one of Argentina’s major daily sports newspapers, has emphasized that recent measures by the International Football Association Board (IFAB) have strengthened Morocco’s AFCON case against Senegal. The post Diario Ole: New IFAB Measures Reinforce Morocco’s AFCON Case appeared first on Morocco World News.

Aleph Hospitality, the largest independent hotel management company in the Middle East and Africa, has opened a regional office in Casablanca and appointed Abdellah Essonni as Regional Vice President for North Africa. The post Aleph Hospitality Opens Office in Casablanca, Appoints Abdellah Essonni as VP appeared first on Morocco World News.

Rabat came alive on Friday as the 31st edition of the International Publishing and Book Fair (SIEL) opened its doors to the public. The post SIEL 2026 Kicks Off in Rabat, Bringing Books, Publishers, and Readers Together appeared first on Morocco World News.

Football fans on Thursday resorted to vandalism and violence during a Botola game between Raja CA and AS FAR at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. The post RCA vs AS Far Botola Game Erupts in Violence, Vandalism appeared first on Morocco World News.

US Ambassador to Morocco Duke Buchan III made significant remarks on Thursday, outlining Morocco-US relations, which have reached their highest levels in recent years. The post ‘US Stands With Morocco’, Ambassador Buchan III Says During New Consulate Opening appeared first on Morocco World News.

In the first encounter, Union Touarga claimed a dramatic 2-1 win against Olympic Dcheira. The match kept its suspense until the final whistle. Olympic Dcheira took the lead in the 47th minute by Ibrahim Amzili. However, Union Touarga responded with Younes Dahmani’s goal in the 83rd minute, even after two goals for the hosts had […] The post Late Drama and Away Success: Union Touarga and DHJ Claim Important Wins appeared first on Morocco World News.

Barcelona are reportedly reviewing a proposal to play a friendly match in Morocco this summer. According to Mundo Deportivo, this is an option that would mark the team's first return to the country since 2018 The post FC Barcelona Considers Morocco for High-Profile Summer Friendly appeared first on Morocco World News.

Morocco’s travel receipts in foreign currency reached MAD 31 billion ($3.1 billion) in the first quarter of 2026, marking a 24% increase compared to the same period in 2025, according to the Ministry of Tourism. The post Morocco’s Tourism Revenue Hits MAD 31 Billion in Q1 2026, Up 24% appeared first on Morocco World News.

Speaker of Morocco’s House of Representatives Rachid Talbi Alami received a delegation from Germany’s Bundestag on Thursday in Rabat. The visit marks the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. The post Morocco’s Parliament Chief Hosts Bundestag Delegation on 70th Anniversary of Ties appeared first on Morocco World News.

The Moroccan Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs has communicated a set of new organizational measures adopted by the competent authorities in Saudi Arabia to regulate the performance of the Hajj pilgrimage for the 1447H season. The post Saudi Arabia Introduces New Organizational Measures for Hajj 1447H appeared first on Morocco World News.

Germany is looking to deepen its partnership with Morocco as global tensions reshape economic and political priorities, with a clear focus The post Germany Eyes Deeper Strategic Partnership with Morocco Amid Global Tensions appeared first on Morocco World News.

Moroccan police in Marrakech arrested a 34-year-old French national of Lebanese origin on Wednesday, after she was flagged in an international search linked to financial crime. The post Marrakech Police Arrest French Suspect Wanted by Interpol in €640,000 Fraud Case appeared first on Morocco World News.

UnionPay International (UPI) announced in a press release on Tuesday that its Morocco branch has officially obtained Casablanca Finance City (CFC) status. The move situates Morocco as the Chinese payment giant’s regional base for financial services across the African continent. The post UnionPay International Gets Casablanca Finance City Status appeared first on Morocco World News.

Morocco’s National Office of Hydrocarbons and Mines(ONHYM) will start a fundraising plan to generate part of the $25 billion needed for the Nigeria-Morocco gas pipeline. The post Morocco to Start Raising Funds for $25 Billion Gas Pipeline appeared first on Morocco World News.

After Saham finalized its acquisition of Société Générale Maroc in December 2024, ending the French bank’s century-long presence in the North African country, another major French lender is now following suit. The post BNP Paribas Exits Morocco’s BMCI, Sells 67% Stake to Holmarcom appeared first on Morocco World News.

Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch received today the US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau in Rabat. US Ambassador to Morocco Duke Buchan also took part in the talks. The meeting came on the final leg of Landau’s first official visit to Morocco. The post Akhannouch Hosts Landau as Morocco-US Mark 250 Years of Unbroken Ties appeared first on Morocco World News.

Artificial intelligence is set to change the way millions of people work, but not necessarily replace them. The post AI Set to Reshape Up to 55% of Jobs in the US, BCG Report Finds appeared first on Morocco World News.

The postponement of the first-leg of the continental final has sparked a debate over fair play in the CAF Champions League. And Moroccan fans are vocal about this change, feeling their teams are being unfairly targeted.  The post Unfairness in CAF Champions League: AS FAR Faces an Unbalanced Schedule appeared first on Morocco World News.

Amazon has unveiled a new hiring program designed to speed up recruitment by removing one of its most traditional steps The post Amazon Moves to Automate Hiring with AI Interviews appeared first on Morocco World News.

Israel has released all but two pro-Palestinian activists detained after its forces intercepted an aid flotilla bound for Gaza in international waters. The post Israel Releases Most Of Gaza Flotilla Activists In Greece, Two Held For Questioning appeared first on Morocco World News.

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has formally nominated Gianni Infantino for a new term as FIFA president. FRMF President Fouzi Lekjaa signed a letter of nomination addressed to the FIFA Secretary General on Thursday in Vancouver, Canada. The post Morocco’s FRMF Officially Backs Infantino for FIFA Presidency in 2027 appeared first on Morocco World News.

As the United Kingdom’s local elections on May 7 draw closer, members of Labour Friends of Morocco are stepping up their campaigns, calling on Moroccan voters across London to support their candidacies under the banner of the Labour Party. The post Moroccan Candidates Mobilize Voters in London Ahead of UK Local Elections 2026 appeared first on Morocco World News.

The Secretariat of State in charge of Handicrafts and the Social and Solidarity Economy organized, in partnership with The Office of Cooperation Development  (ODCO), on Thursday in Rabat, the awards ceremony of the 7th edition of the national program “Lalla Al Moutaâouina,” marking a strategic shift in the support framework for women’s cooperatives in Morocco. The post Morocco’s ODCO Drives New Phase of ‘Lalla Al Moutaâouina’ Program appeared first on Morocco World News.

At a time when Africa more than ever needs unity, coherence, and credible institutions, the recent election process within the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) raises legitimate questions—not only about the outcome, but about the conditions under which it was produced. The post A Contested Mandate: What the PAP Election Reveals About Institutional Fragility appeared first on Morocco World News.

US President Donald Trump confirmed on Thursday that he has no objection to Iran’s participation in the 2026 World Cup, indicating that the Iranian national team is welcome to compete on US soil this summer. The post Donald Trump: ‘If Infantino Says So, I Don’t Mind Iran Playing in the World Cup’ appeared first on Morocco World News.

Morocco’s southern provinces took center stage at an economic forum held Wednesday evening in Montpellier, where Moroccan and French officials, business leaders, and institutional actors gathered to explore emerging investment opportunities across the country. The post Morocco Pitches Sahara as Next Investment Frontier at Montpellier Forum appeared first on Morocco World News.

Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch chaired today a Government Council session marked by legislative reforms, electoral preparations, and key senior appointments. The post Government Council Adopts Labor Reforms, Moves Forward on Election Plans appeared first on Morocco World News.

OpenAI is moving closer to launching its own smartphone, marking a significant shift from software services to consumer hardware. The post OpenAI Targets Smartphones With AI-First Device Strategy appeared first on Morocco World News.

AS FAR secured a big Clásico win over Raja at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, taking 3 crucial points in the Botola title race. The post AS FAR Edge Raja Casablanca in Rabat to Tighten Botola Title Race appeared first on Morocco World News.

Spain’s National Statistics Institute (INE) released yesterday new data from its Annual Population Census, revealing that Moroccans continue to make up the largest foreign-born community in the country. The post Moroccans Remain Spain’s Biggest Foreign-Born Community but Lowest in Higher Education appeared first on Morocco World News.

FIFA is studying a new rule that would force clubs to keep at least one homegrown player under the age of 20 or 21 on the pitch at all times.  The post FIFA Considers Rule Requiring Clubs to Field U21 Homegrown Player appeared first on Morocco World News.

The British Ambassador to Morocco, Alex Pinfield, has pointed to Agadir’s growing importance in the evolving relationship between Morocco and the UK during his visit to the city, part of a series of regional visits across Morocco, following similar visits in Marrakech, Casablanca and Tangier. The post UK Ambassador: ‘Agadir is a Key Pillar of the UK-Morocco Relationship’ appeared first on Morocco World News.

Ittihad Tanger’s bus was struck by stones thrown by unknown individuals after the final whistle of the match against Olympic Safi. The post Ittihad Tanger Condemn Bus Attack in Safi, Demand Investigation After Staff Injuries appeared first on Morocco World News.

Morocco has moved up in the Reporters Without Borders (RSF) 2026 World Press Freedom Index, but the picture on the ground remains uneven, with journalists still working under pressure and legal risk. The post Morocco Ranks 105th in RSF’s 2026 World Press Freedom Index appeared first on Morocco World News.

The Morocco SME Agency launched a plan to accelerate the progress of very small, small and medium-sized enterprises (TPMEs), under the name “PACTE TPME”. The post Morocco Launches ‘PACTE TPME’ to Accelerate SME Growth appeared first on Morocco World News.

Last October a civil engineer from Casablanca walked into my office with a small leather folder tucked under his arm. Inside were his family booklet , his wife’s birth certificate, three school transcripts, and a Banque Populaire statement. He had driven from the ferry port in Algeciras that morning. The post Beyond the Strait: What Every Moroccan Family Should Know About Moving to Spain Legally in 2026 appeared first on Morocco World News.