Sport
Morocco Seeks to Defend CHAN Title Against Mali in Cameroon Final
The Atlas Lions and the Eagles of Mali face off this Sunday at the Ahmadou Ahidjo stadium. This match is part of the final of the 6th edition of the CHAN Cameroon 2020.
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Nadia El A.
Nadia El A.
Morocco
Moroccan Human Rights Activist Jailed, Missing University of Tours Appointment
Maâti Monjib , professor of History and human rights activist, was supposed to be at the University of Tours this year as a visiting professor. But, since December 29, he has been incarcerated in Morocco and sentenced to one year in prison, for "undermining the internal security of the State".
France
Franco-Moroccan Artist Explores Exile and Identity in Photo-Poem Exhibition
Franco-Moroccan by origin, Mouna Saboni exhibits through her photo-poems, the life of refugees, exile, the return to the country, from Palestine to Armenia, from Egypt to Morocco. All in two series, to be admired at the Galerie 127, in Montreuil, until the end of February.
Morocco
Nigeria Reaffirms Support for Morocco's Sahara Claim Ahead of AU Summit
On January 31, King Mohammed VI and Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari spoke on the phone. The two heads of state have probably addressed the issue of the Sahara during this discussion, which comes on the eve of the African Union (AU) summit scheduled for February 6 and 7 in Addis Ababa.
Morocco
Ancient Starfish Fossil Unearthed in Morocco Sheds Light on Species' Origins
The origin of starfish continues to hold a mystery for scientists. The discovery of this fossil in the Anti-Atlas mountains in Morocco could be a good opportunity to find some clarifications.
France
Saharan Dust Turns French Skies Orange as Powerful Winds Sweep North
This Saturday, the sky in a large part of eastern France was not as usual. Southerly winds blowing in gusts of up to 80 km/h will carry Saharan sand, giving the sky a yellowish or even ochre color.
Morocco
Soldiers Arrested in Morocco for Impersonating Police, Scamming Curfew Violators
Two soldiers were arrested last Sunday in Tetouan. They were posing as police officers to scam those who violated the curfew.
Morocco
Morocco Enforces Annual Self-Construction Cost Declarations for Homeowners
Every year, anyone building their personal home must declare the construction cost before the end of February. This procedure concerns construction sites opened from January 1, 2019.
Morocco
Former Tunisian President Marzouki Backs Morocco in Western Sahara Dispute, Criticizes Algeria
Joining Morocco’s position on the Sahara, former Tunisian president Moncef Marzouki attacks Algeria. Going against the opinion of his former allies, he expresses his opinion in an interview.
Morocco
Morocco Boosts Stake in African Development Bank with $32 Million Payment
Morocco made, on November 27 last, the first payment of its share related to the capital increase of the African Development Bank (AfDB). Algiers and Abidjan will also make their payment during the year 2021, like other African countries.
Morocco
Morocco to Appoint Veteran Diplomat as Head of Liaison Office in Israel
Abderrahim Bayoud, this is the name that is mentioned to head the Moroccan liaison office in Tel Aviv, Israel. If his appointment is confirmed, he should join his post in a few days.
Sport
Morocco Eyes $1 Million Prize in CHAN 2021 Final Against Mali
The victory of the Moroccan national team against the Cameroonian team, 4-0, has already earned it a reward of 7 million dirhams. For the final to be held on Sunday against Mali, Morocco must strike hard to win the jackpot promised by the FRMF.