The dollar reached nearly 9.99 dirhams on Monday, October 5, after rising almost 4% since September 25. For Moroccans sending dollars home, the exchange rate is becoming more favorable. For those who need to buy dollars, the cost is rising.
Moroccan food exports are fetching higher values than last year. In the second quarter of 2026, their average value per unit rose by 16.2%. Meanwhile, the average value of food products bought abroad edged down.
In Turin, a mosque receiving financial support from Mohammed VI has just been granted a building permit. But the vice-president of Piedmont wants to change planning rules to prevent it from being built. The project also includes student housing and cultural spaces open to the neighborhood.
MoroccoMorocco ranks 112th out of 147 countries in the World Happiness Report 2026 . This position shows a stagnation of national morale over the past two years, far from its best ranking achieved in 2016.
MoroccoMorocco will remain one of the main issuers of sovereign debt in Africa by 2026, according to S&P Global Ratings. With a developed financial system, the kingdom maintains an active presence in the markets despite an uncertain geopolitical context.
MoroccoIn its race for critical minerals, China has invested more than $120 billion abroad since 2023. This massive offensive extends to Morocco, where a mega-project for a battery factory consolidates Beijing’s dominance.
SportDespite its resounding appeals to reclaim its African title, Senegal seems tacitly resigned. The presentation of its new jersey adorned with a single star sounds like an implicit admission of defeat before the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
SportThe new national coach of Morocco , Mohamed Ouahbi, explained the exclusion of Hakim Ziyech from his list. He claims to prioritize physical condition and technical performance rather than the reputation of players to compose his squad.
MoroccoThe police services quickly solved the murder of a 79-year-old French tourist near Taroudant. A 35-year-old suspect with a psychiatric history was apprehended in possession of the victim’s personal effects after a quick getaway.
MoroccoThe escalation of tensions in the Middle East is disrupting global air traffic. Faced with the crisis, millions of travelers are abandoning the region for destinations deemed safer, providing a real boon to the Moroccan tourism sector.
MoroccoThe South African automotive industry is going through a turbulent period, leading industry giants to rethink their strategy. Faced with these uncertainties, Morocco is increasingly emerging as the industrial fallback base for Stellantis and Volkswagen.
MoroccoFaced with rising flight prices, finding an economical summer stay seems difficult. However, the Moroccan coastal city of Agadir has just been crowned the most affordable destination for the summer of 2026 , far surpassing its European competitors.
SpainThe death of a Moroccan after a violent police arrest with a Taser gun in Spain has sparked outrage. Videos contradict the version of the Ministry of the Interior, pushing political leaders to demand accountability.