Morocco
Chicken Prices Soar in Morocco as Ramadan Approaches
In Morocco, chicken prices are recording a sudden increase, a few weeks before the month of Ramadan. The cause is a policy of some poultry farmers aimed at reducing supply.
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Morocco Emerges as Top U.S. Arms Buyer in Africa, Key Defense Partner
Morocco remains the largest customer of American military equipment in Africa and a solid partner in multilateral defense, according to the U.S. Department of State.
Morocco
Casablanca Officials Inspect World Cup 2030 Preparations
Mohammed Mhidia, Wali of the Casablanca-Settat region, ensures the proper implementation of projects related to the 2030 World Cup that Morocco will co-host with Spain and Portugal.
Morocco
Former Moroccan Royal Castle in France Listed as World's Most Expensive Property
The former castle of King Mohammed VI, inherited from his father, the late Hassan II, located in the commune of Gretz-Armainvilliers, in Seine-et-Marne, is the most expensive in the world. The jewel has been put up for sale at a high price.
Morocco
Diesel Prices Drop Slightly in Morocco, Gasoline Holds Steady
After a few days of increase, diesel prices are experiencing a slight drop. As for gasoline prices, they have remained stable, in accordance with the recent update of fuel prices in Morocco.
Morocco
Drought Decimates Morocco's Livestock, Threatening Future Eid Celebrations
In Morocco, the local livestock herd has been heavily impacted by seven years of drought to the point where the celebration of Eid al-Adha 2025 is threatened.
Morocco
Rabat Orders Removal of Unauthorized Balconies and Terraces
Balconies and terraces are no longer allowed in Rabat. The authorities of the Moroccan capital are preparing to launch a campaign to remove these anarchic installations.
Morocco
Morocco Faces Backlash Over Permanent Summer Time Decision
The Ministry of Digital Transition and Public Administration Reform has announced that the return to Morocco’s legal time (GMT) is scheduled for Sunday, February 23 at 3 a.m., and that the switch to summer time (GMT+1) will take place on April 6, just after the end of the month of Ramadan. However, the principle of time change is not unanimous.
Morocco
Morocco Snubs Alstom in Major Train Contract, Favors Asian and Spanish Firms
The French industrial group Alstom failed to convince the National Railway Office (the Moroccan railway operator) to entrust it with the manufacture of 150 conventional trains.
Morocco
Ryanair to Refund Passengers for Flights During Airport Closure
Ryanair will have to refund passengers who have purchased tickets departing from Dole-Jura airport between May 26 and July 11, 2025, a period when the runway will be closed for work.
Morocco
France Seeks EU Review of Moroccan Tomato Import Prices
The French Ministry of Agriculture is calling for a revision of the import prices of Moroccan tomatoes on the European Union markets.
Morocco
French Companies Lose Ground in Morocco as International Rivals Win Key Contracts
France’s recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara does not benefit French companies. While they are losing ground, Israeli, Chinese, Spanish and South Korean companies are winning major contracts.