At Renault in Tangier, wages reportedly reach €1,700, according to a union official. In Saïdia, an ice cream shop employee earns €300 a month. A Belgian journalist travelled across Morocco to understand why the country’s industrial boom is not benefiting all workers.
He was the last suspect sought in a major arms-trafficking case involving Morocco. Michael Katungi Mpweire, a 45-year-old Ugandan, has appeared before a US court following his extradition. He is accused of taking part in a plan to arm a powerful Mexican cartel.
From Morocco to the jazz clubs of New Orleans, Mahmoud Chouki has come a long way. The guitarist and composer has just been selected as an artist in residence at an American university. It is another recognition for a musician who brings Moroccan traditions into dialogue with jazz.
BelgiumClashes broke out in several neighborhoods of Brussels and Antwerp following the Africa Cup of Nations final between Senegal and Morocco. The situation was particularly agitated around the Étangs Noirs metro station and in the Borgerhout district, requiring interventions to contain the disturbances. Nine arrests were reported as hundreds of people had gathered.
SportWalid Regragui spoke out following Morocco’s defeat in the Africa Cup of Nations final against Senegal. Despite the disappointment, the national team coach stated that the Atlas Lions would come back stronger in future competitions. He notably highlighted the impact of decisive details in this defeat conceded during extra time at the Prince Moulay Abdellah stadium.
MoroccoThe Moroccan automotive market recorded a historic record in 2025 with 235,372 sales, an increase of 33.43%. This exceptional dynamism is based on a recovery in demand and an unprecedented expansion of the offer. This annual performance, driven by the private and utility segments, confirms the renewed vitality of the sector.
MoroccoA passenger on the Marrakech-Toulouse flight on January 6, 2026 denounces the lack of assistance from EasyJet after the cancellation of her journey. Faced with the company’s refusal to provide a refund, she is now calling for collective action to obtain compensation.
SportKing Mohammed VI has sent a message of congratulations to the members of the national football team, finalists of the Africa Cup of Nations (Morocco 2025). The Sovereign has praised the distinguished performance of the players and the various staff for this honorable continental achievement.
SportThe Senegalese national team was crowned champion of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations this Sunday, January 18, 2026, after defeating Morocco 1-0. At the end of an intense final played at the Prince Moulay Abdellah stadium in Rabat, the Teranga Lions forced the decision during extra time. This success allows the Senegalese selection to confirm its continental hegemony, depriving the host country of a second historic title in front of its audience.
MoroccoHeavy snowfall, heavy rains and an intense cold wave are expected in several provinces of the Kingdom from Sunday to Tuesday, according to the General Directorate of Meteorology, which has just issued an alert bulletin at the vigilance level.
SportThe former Spanish footballer Andrés Iniesta is currently staying in Rabat, where he is the subject of strong interest from the Royal Moroccan Football Federation.
MoroccoThe balance of the North African tourism market is undergoing a profound change at the beginning of 2026, marked by the emergence of Morocco as a direct rival to Egypt .
MoroccoThe General Delegation for Prison Administration and Reintegration (DGAPR) provided a formal denial, this Sunday, January 18, to the rumors of mistreatment targeting the Algerian national Raouf Belkassmi incarcerated in Rabat. This clarification responds to a video circulated on social networks denouncing the abuse allegedly inflicted on the detainee within the institution.