AllAfrica News: Morocco

Afcon 2025 - Meet 27-Time Champions Set to Compete for Title in Morocco

[Premium Times] The top 10 ranked countries will be in Morocco next year for the 2025 AFCON, while four-time champions Ghana failed to get to an AFCON tournament in 20 years

Moroccan Heritage Shines At Geneva's Palais Des Nations

[MAP] Geneva -- Morocco's rich artisanal, artistic, and culinary heritage took center stage at the International Bazaar of the United Nations Women's Circle in Geneva (UNWG-Geneva), the 2024 edition of which was hosted by the Kingdom of Morocco.

Morocco Complete Perfect Campaign With Big Win Over Lesotho

[CAF] Morocco wrapped up their TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign in emphatic style with a 7-0 win over Lesotho, while Gabon edged the Central African Republic (CAR) 1-0 to solidify their second-place finish in Group B.

TotalEnergies CAF Afcon 2025 - 15 Countries Secure Tickets for Morocco

[CAF] With only a few matches left in the qualifiers, 15 teams have secured their places at the highly anticipated TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, set to be held in Morocco.

Africa CDC Endorses First Locally Made Mpox Test From Morocco

[Capital FM] Nairobi Kenya -- Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Advisory Committee has endorsed first ever locally made Monkey Pox (Mpox) test from Morocco in efforts to boost Africa's health self-reliance and outbreak response.

Moroccan Tourism Sets Record With 14.6 Million Arrivals By October 2024

[MAP] Dakhla -- Morocco has welcomed 14.6 million tourists by the end of this year's October, surpassing in just 10 months, the record for the entire year 2023, Minister of Tourism, Handicraft, and Social and Solidarity Economy, Fatim-Zahra Ammor, announced on Wednesday in Dakhla.

Morocco's First Homegrown PCR Test for Mpox Gets Africa CDC Nod

[Africa CDC] Addis Ababa, Ethiopia -- Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention through its Diagnostic Advisory Committee (DAC) has recommended the first locally manufactured Real-Time PCR test for mpox from Morocco. Africa CDC's approval underscores the test's reliability and efficacy, potentially boosting Morocco's role in global health initiatives.

'Fierce Competition to Be in National Team,' Says Morocco's Head Coach

[MAP] Salé -- Morocco's football head coach, Walid Regragui said on Tuesday that competition for spots on the national soccer team is fierce.

Smart Gamble or Foolish Risk? the Case for and Against Nuclear in Africa

[African Arguments] Nuclear energy is low carbon, high intensity and consistent, but also expensive, hazardous, and perhaps simply unnecessary.

Possible Third Title On the Cards for Sundowns Ladies in Morocco

[CAF] Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies are looking at extending their dominance on the continent, as the reigning champions not only aim at defending their title, but eye a third African crown in four years.

African Women Football Clubs Will Receive USD 150 000 Each for Participating in the CAF Women's Champions League Morocco 2024

[CAF] Each of the 8 African Women Football Clubs that are participating in the CAF Women's Champions League Morocco 2024 will receive at least USD 150 000 in prize money.

HM the King to Deliver Speech Wednesday Evening On Green March 49th Anniversary

[MAP] Rabat -- His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist Him, will deliver a speech to His faithful people on Wednesday evening on the occasion of the 49th anniversary of the glorious Green March, the Ministry of the Royal Household, Protocol and Chancellery announced in a statement, whose translation is as follows:

Amdie Director General Sees in Morocco an Infrastructure Leader in Africa

[MAP] Paris -- Morocco stands today as a leader in terms of infrastructure quality in Africa, Director General of the Moroccan Agency for Investment and Export Development (AMDIE) Ali Seddiki stated.

World Urban Forum - Morocco's Housing Secretary of State Holds Talks With Malian Peer

[MAP] Cairo -- Secretary of State to the Minister of National Land Planning, Urban Development, Housing and City Policy, in charge of Housing Adib Benbrahim held talks in Cairo on Tuesday with Minister of Urban Development and Housing, Lands, Regional Planning and Population of the Republic of Mali Imirane Abdoulaye Touré, on the sidelines of the 12th World Urban Forum.

Moroccan Logistics Startup Colis.Ma Secures $300k Pre-Seed Funding

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Morocco's Cathedis Secures $713k to Drive Last-Mile Delivery Expansion

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France Turns to Occupied Western Sahara for Colonial Plunder

[People's Dispatch] Forced on the retreat in its former colonies in West Africa, France has officially endorsed Morocco's illegal occupation of Western Sahara, and struck deals to partner in extracting its resources.

Morocco Foils Attempted Drug Smuggling in Nador, Seizes Over 63k Psychotropic Tablets, 550g of Cocaine

[MAP] Beni Ansar (Nador) -- Moroccan Security and Customs officials operating in the center of Beni Ansar (Nador) thwarted on Thursday evening an attempt to smuggle 63,074 psychotropic tablets and 550 grams of cocaine into the Kingdom, aboard a light foreign-registrated vehicle, according to a security source.

Morocco Sweep 45 Medals At International School Gymnasiade in Manama

[MAP] Rabat -- Morocco won 45 medals, including 16 gold, 12 silver and 17 bronze, at the International School Gymnasiade, held from October 22 to 31 in Bahrain's Manama.

France's Ever Tighter Ties With Morocco Leave Algeria Seeking Other Allies

[RFI] French President Emmanuel Macron's state visit to Morocco is being closely watched in Algeria, where his support for Moroccan sovereignty over the disputed territory of Western Sahara has been widely criticised.

King's Prosecutor Opens Investigation, Keeps Person in Police Custody for Reportedly Committing Criminal Acts Punishable By Law

[MAP] Rabat -- The King's Public Prosecutor at the Casablanca First Instance Court has announced that, following false information published on certain social networking platforms concerning the conditions and circumstances of the investigation and the placement of a person in police custody, the Public Prosecutor's Office at this court has ordered the opening of a judicial investigation against the interested party, suspected of having committed criminal acts punishable by law, in particular the reporting of a

Morocco Redesigns Its Healthcare System

[L'Express] Technology at the service of health. Morocco is redefining the way healthcare is delivered, making it more accessible. At GITEX GLOBAL, held in Dubai from 14 to 18 October, Moroccan government representatives and professionals explained their country's vision.

Macron Renews French Support for Moroccan Rule in Disputed Western Sahara

[RFI] French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday renewed France's support for Moroccan sovereignty over the disputed Western Sahara.

Moroccan Court Overturns Landmark Marital Rape Conviction

[HRW] Strengthen Laws on Violence Against Women

Macron Set for Key Morocco Visit As Western Sahara Tensions Cool

[RFI] French President Emmanuel Macron will head to Morocco next week for a three-day state visit, the Moroccan royal palace said Monday, following years of strained relations.

Morocco Make It Two in a Row With Win Over Ghana

[CAF] Morocco are well on course to qualifying for the knockout stages of the CAF Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations Egypt 2024 after securing their second win of Group A on Monday, 21 October in Hurghada.

Prosper Africa's Commitment to Boosting Trade and Investment in North Africa - Egypt and Morocco Lead the Way

[Prosper Africa] Following the U.S. -- Morocco Venture Capital Forum in Morocco in May, and Coordinator British A. Robinson's recent trip to Egypt, Prosper Africa is refocusing its commitment to North Africa, with a particular emphasis on Egypt and Morocco. These dynamic countries offer vast growth potential, especially in tech and entrepreneurship. Through the use of tools such as transaction advisory services, Prosper Africa aims to open new business opportunities and drive economic growth.

Morocco's Pardoned Journalists Face Smears, Threats After Prison

[CPJ] When Moroccan authorities released three prominent journalists in July as part of a mass pardon marking King Mohamed VI's 25 years on the throne, their friends and families celebrated. But the excitement was short-lived. Taoufik Bouachrine, Soulaiman Raissouni, and Omar Radi have been shamed in the media, stalked, and harassed since their release as they face the enduring stigma of their sex crimes convictions, which are widely believed to be in retaliation for their work.

Guirassy Double Fires Guinea to Win Over Ethiopia, Morocco Continue Perfect Run

[CAF] Serhou Guirassy scored a brace as Guinea secured a crucial 3-0 away victory against Ethiopia on Tuesday, 15 October, in their 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier.

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