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The Minister of Commerce and Industry, Ryad Mezzour, presented a largely favorable assessment of the Africa Cup of Nations organized in Morocco during an interview granted to France24 on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Despite the disappointment related to the final and some excesses described as regrettable, the government official highlighted major spin-offs for the national economy and the country’s influence.
Morocco is emerging as one of the world’s most successful tourist destinations of 2025 according to the latest barometer from the UN Tourism agency published on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. The Kingdom has recorded double-digit growth in its international tourist arrivals, far exceeding the global average and consolidating its position as a leader in Africa.
The weather is deteriorating again in Morocco, according to the General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM), which forecasts snowfall, cold weather and heavy rains from Tuesday to Thursday in several provinces of the Kingdom.
A 17-year-old high school student was violently assaulted on Monday, January 19, 2026, in Décines-Charpieu, in the Lyon metropolitan area, as he was on his way to school. The young man of Syrian origin was targeted by three hooded individuals, in what the French justice system is treating as a racist attack .
The unusual incident of the towel, which occurred during the final of the Africa Cup of Nations between Morocco and Senegal, found a resolution a few hours after the match. Moroccan midfielder Ismael Saibari took the initiative to go to the Senegalese national team’s base camp to close a controversy that has widely circulated on social media.
Morocco finds itself at the heart of an industrial offensive led by the main French automotive equipment manufacturers with the European Commission. Valeo, Forvia and OPmobility are demanding the imposition of a 75% local content threshold for electric vehicles assembled in Europe, while also requesting the exclusion of trade partners such as Morocco from this protective mechanism.
Exactly one month before the start of the sacred month of Ramadan , some Moroccans are beginning their usual period of abstinence by stopping the consumption of alcohol and frequenting nightlife establishments. This practice, although devoid of legal or scientific basis, remains a firmly rooted custom in Moroccan society as the fast approaches.
The failure of Brahim Díaz during the final of the Africa Cup of Nations continues to elicit contrasting reactions within the football world. While the Real Madrid striker has received the support of many international stars, former Atlas Lions coach Hervé Renard has expressed a particularly harsh criticism regarding his missed panenka attempt against Senegal.
The first day of the month of Chaâbane of the year 1447 of the Hegira corresponds to Wednesday, January 21, announced the Ministry of Habous and Islamic Affairs on Monday. Ramadan begins therefore in exactly one month.
Law enforcement officers arrested 19 individuals following acts of violence and hooliganism that occurred at the Prince Moulay Abdellah complex . These incidents broke out on Sunday evening following the final of the Africa Cup of Nations between Morocco and Senegal.
Morocco will launch, starting next April, the local production of suicide drones within an industrial unit located in Benslimane, near Casablanca. This project, carried by the Israeli group BlueBird Aero Systems, materializes the military and technological cooperation agreements signed between the two countries.
The Moroccan team pocketed a $4 million grant following their runner-up finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Despite the defeat suffered in Rabat, this amount marks an evolution in the bonuses paid by the Confederation of African Football.