The daughter of a Moroccan migrant worker, Samira Bouharrou grew up in a modest family in Rotterdam. After taking on a series of odd jobs, including cleaning, she now runs eight childcare centres. To mark the release of her book, she tells the story of how she built her success without family wealth or a professional network.
Morocco is taking a new step in developing its military industry. Starting in March 2027, locally made turrets will equip the country’s army vehicles. Two factories, Moroccan engineers and plans to export to Europe are driving this expansion.
Prosecutors sought eight months in prison for the motorcyclist who fatally struck Amir at an illegal gathering in the Netherlands. The Lelystad court instead handed down a community service sentence. The young man’s parents, who buried him in Morocco, will also receive 37,500 euros in compensation.
MoroccoThe Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs announced Wednesday evening that the holy month of Ramadan will officially begin in Morocco on Thursday, February 19, 2026 . The decision follows the sighting of the lunar crescent across the Kingdom.
SportSpanish athlete of Moroccan origin Mohamed Katir has had his suspension for failures to comply with anti-doping controls extended until February 2028. While the runner hopes to return to the top for the Los Angeles Games, the falsification of evidence has sparked outrage among his peers.
FranceAs the holy month begins this Wednesday, 18 February 2026, statistics reveal unprecedented enthusiasm among young Muslims in France. Between the search for meaning, the affirmation of identity and health benefits, the ritual is becoming an essential appointment for new generations.
MoroccoDespite rising prices and record crowds, the Ochre City continues to attract travelers from across France in large numbers. With its mild climate, improved accessibility and diverse range of experiences, Marrakech once again stands out as the number-one choice for winter holidays.
MoroccoThanks to particularly heavy winter rainfall, Morocco’s cereal production could double this season. Industry professionals expect the harvest to reach 9 million tonnes, marking a spectacular break from the poor yields recorded the previous year.
MoroccoMorocco and Albania are preparing to join the International Stabilization Force (ISF) deployed in the Gaza Strip. This multinational initiative is part of the second phase of the ceasefire backed by the American administration.
MoroccoThe Ministry of Energy Transition has unveiled a vast exploration program covering 13,000 km² across the Tafilalet and Figuig basins. This strategic initiative seeks to develop precious and critical minerals while enforcing strict environmental standards.
SportThe president of the Mauritian Football Association, Samir Sobha, breaks his silence on the refereeing of the AFCON final in Rabat and calls for the departure of the CAF Secretary General, deemed to be acting outside the law. An indictment highlighting major flaws in the governance of African football.
BelgiumA video shared by the president of the Flemish far-right party Vlaams Belang has sparked controversy. It allegedly shows a De Lijn company driver kneeling inside his vehicle, prompting an internal investigation.
MoroccoAs millions of faithful prepare to begin the month of fasting , one question systematically comes up: why does Ramadan never begin on the same date from one year to the next? The answer lies in the very nature of the Islamic calendar.