The Canary Islands have long benefited from their position between Europe, Africa and the Americas. The growth of Moroccan infrastructure is challenging that advantage, according to a Spanish opinion piece. To retain ship calls, the archipelago’s ports must also win over shipping companies with their facilities and services.
More than 20 port executives from Latin America and the Caribbean stopped in Morocco to study how Tanger Med and the Port of Tangier Ville operate. The program included terminals, industrial zones, financing and management methods.
At 17, Adam Guram has been named to The Guardian’s “Next Generation 2026” selection. The Hajduk Split player, who holds Moroccan and Ukrainian citizenship, joins 60 talents born in 2009 selected by the British newspaper.
MoroccoThe port of Tanger Med is facing historic congestion, unable to absorb massive maritime traffic diverted by tensions in the Gulf. Dozens of ships are currently waiting off the northern coast of Morocco.
SpainThe Barcelona city government has banned pork and pork derivatives from the menus of public daycare centers for cultural and religious reasons. This measure, aimed at inclusivity, has sparked a fierce political controversy led by right-wing parties.
SportInitially scheduled from March 17 to April 3 in Morocco, the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations should be postponed to the summer. This change in the calendar, motivated by logistical constraints, casts doubt on the maintenance of the host country.
MoroccoThe Minister of Habous and Islamic Affairs, Ahmed Toufiq, specified that this rate includes for the first time the costs of the sacrifice. This integration responds to the requirements of the Saudi authorities, who now impose payment via an electronic platform as a prerequisite for the visa.
MoroccoThe Audi RS 5, the first plug-in hybrid in the Audi Sport range, has undergone its first dynamic test in Morocco. Between the Marrakech circuit and the roads of the Atlas Mountains, the 639-horsepower model has unveiled its electrified performance.
MoroccoThe Royal Air Maroc (RAM ) has announced the cancellation of several routes between Casablanca and the metropolitan areas of Doha and Dubai. This exceptional decision is motivated by the worsening of security tensions in the Middle East region.
SportWalid Regragui has arrived in Morocco to finalize the termination of his national team coach contract. Mohamed Ouahbi, buoyed by his world title with the youth team in Chile, is tipped to succeed him at the helm of the Atlas Lions .
MoroccoThe Court of Cassation has confirmed that offenses recorded by approved speed cameras constitute irrefutable legal evidence. This decision, issued on 26 February 2025, validates automated technical findings even when no ticketing officer is physically present.
MoroccoMoroccan authorities have opened an investigation following complaints from the Spanish consulate reporting irregularities in Schengen visa applications in Tangier. The investigation is targeting suspicious administrative and financial documents submitted by several applicants.
MoroccoChinese researchers have launched “ Habibi ,” the first open-source AI model capable of synthesizing more than 20 Arabic dialects, including Moroccan Darija. This innovation from Shanghai Jiao Tong University outperforms current commercial benchmarks.