The UK tomato market has changed dramatically over the past decade. Spain, once the leading supplier, is now in third place behind the Netherlands and Morocco. In the latest season, Morocco consolidated its lead over its Spanish neighbour, with average import prices significantly lower.
After failing Morocco’s medical school entrance exam twice, Oumaima Boumlik turned to engineering. In France, she found a program far removed from the data science she wanted to study. She then taught herself in the evenings and on weekends.
In Madrid, Spanish defense companies are preparing a record-breaking trade fair. Across the Strait, Morocco is seeking to attract the same manufacturers and their investments. The industrial rivalry could now play out at sea as well.
MoroccoThe Directorate General of Meteorology (DGM) has issued an orange alert bulletin for several Moroccan provinces. Heavy rains and snowfall at altitude are expected between Wednesday and Saturday.
MoroccoThe French manufacturer Alstom and the National Railway Company (SNCF) have unveiled in Paris the design of the interior of the Avelia Horizon (TGV M) train, ordered by Morocco for the extension of the High Speed Line to connect Kenitra to Marrakech.
SportLamine Yamal was the victim of racist insults last October at the Bernabéu stadium, during the Clasico that ended in a resounding 4-0 victory for Barça over Real. Nearly five months later, the Barcelona prodigy of Moroccan origin looks back on this episode.
MoroccoIn a letter addressed to the president of the Rabat municipality, Salima Belmokadem, president of the Maroc Environnement 2050 movement, calls for limiting the planting of American palm trees.
MoroccoA Moroccan tiktoker faced strong criticism after saying "Get up my love to do the suhoor" in a short video in which she is seen playing the drum to announce the last meal before the start of the Ramadan fast.
SportMoroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou of Al-Hilal Yassine Bounou alias Bono has seen his market value drop following a recent Transfermarkt update.
SportThe LOSC midfielder, Ayyoub Bouaddi, 17, is currently courted by two national teams: France and Morocco.
SportFormer English international David Beckham has flown to Marrakech, as part of the promotion of his eponymous sunglasses and eyewear collection.
FranceMarion Maréchal, far-right European deputy, will be tried before the Valence criminal court for defamation against a Muslim association. She faces up to 12,000 euros in fines.
MoroccoDefrauded by two Chinese export companies of household goods and kitchen utensils, Moroccan importers are working to recover their funds.