Morocco
Chinese Battery Giant Gotion to Build $1.3 Billion Gigafactory in Morocco
Chinese battery giant Gotion High-Tech is preparing to launch the construction of the first gigafactory in Africa near Kenitra.
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Sébastien A.
Sébastien A.
Morocco
Temara Residents Outraged as Garbage Crisis Threatens Public Health
The residents of Temara express their outrage at the proliferation of waste and garbage invading the streets and alleys of several residential neighborhoods, while the city’s municipal council has signed a new delegated management agreement for urban waste collection services with the company "Ozone Temara Pro".
Morocco
Moroccan Influencer Exposes Schengen Visa Appointment Scam, Prices Soar to 6000 Dirhams
In Morocco, a Schengen visa appointment is sold for 4000, 5000 or even 6000 dirhams by intermediaries. This is the observation made by Moroccan YouTuber and streamer Bilal Fraiha who cries out in indignation.
France
French Prime Minister's Proposal to Ban Hijabs for Minors Sparks Controversy
In France, Gabriel Attal’s proposals, leader of the presidential party Renaissance, on "Muslim entrism" are far from unanimous.
Morocco
Moroccan Expats Face Eviction from Tangier Apartment in Legal Dispute
Moroccans Living Abroad (MRE) are under threat of eviction from their apartment in Tangier. It’s the former tenant who has won the case and could regain possession of the property.
Morocco
Tangier Undergoes Major Transformation Ahead of 2025 Africa Cup of Nations
Tangier is transforming itself before hosting the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) which will be held from December 21, 2025 to January 18, 2026 in Morocco. This is evidenced by the ongoing construction projects.
Morocco
Morocco Emerges as Top Destination for Russian Tourists, Sees 500% Surge in Bookings
Morocco sees the number of Russian tourists multiplied by five for the summer of 2025, placing it at the top of increasingly popular destinations for these travelers.
Morocco
Morocco's Mango Imports Surge to Historic Highs, Doubling Since 2020
Moroccan mango imports have reached a new record in 2024, demonstrating sustained domestic demand for this fruit.
Morocco
Morocco Invests Billions in Infrastructure for Major Soccer Tournaments
In view of hosting the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN 2025) and co-hosting the 2030 World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal, Morocco is accelerating its sports and road infrastructure.
Morocco
Morocco Faces Backlash Over Israeli Military Participation in US-Led Exercise
Morocco’s welcoming of an Israeli military unit as part of the annual African Lion 2025 military exercise led by the United States has sparked a wave of anger in Morocco.
Morocco
Marrakech Nightclub Shut Down for Using National Anthem to Promote Alcohol
Farid Chourak, wali of the Marrakech-Safi region and governor of the Marrakech prefecture, has decided to temporarily close a nightclub located in the Hivernage district for using the national anthem to promote alcoholic beverages.
France
Luxury Watch Collector in Morocco Loses $1 Million in Elaborate Scam
While wanting to sell eleven items from his precious collection, a wealthy French retiree living in Morocco, a collector of watches from major Swiss watchmaking brands, was scammed by a gang of criminals specializing in fraud using the "rip deal" technique.