EasyJet airline has launched on Sunday a new direct air route linking Strasbourg and Marrakech, a significant step in strengthening travel, tourism, and economic ties between Morocco and France. The post EasyJet Expands Morocco Network With a New Strasbourg-Marrakech Route appeared first on Morocco World News.

Sir Alex Ferguson was rushed to the hospital after falling ill at Old Trafford just before Manchester United’s match against Liverpool on Sunday, according to BBC Sports. The post Sir Alex Ferguson Hospitalized After Old Trafford Health Scare appeared first on Morocco World News.

The National Human Rights Council (CNDH) brought together experts and practitioners to examine the growing role of artificial intelligence in shaping culture and development, while also raising concerns about the global state of freedom of expression. The post AI, Culture, And 10% Drop in Free Expression Raise Alarm at CNDH Panel at SIEL appeared first on Morocco World News.

Paris Saint-Germain are looking at Real Madrid for new talent, identifying the center-back Joan Martínez as a top target to strengthen their future defense, according to Marca. The post PSG Eye Madrid’s Joan Martínez appeared first on Morocco World News.

In Washington, Morocco’s Ambassador to the United States, Youssef Amrani, met with Andrew Giuliani, who leads the White House FIFA Task Force, in a discussion that placed football within a broader diplomatic framework ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The post Rabat, Washington Deepen Coordination Ahead of 2026 World Cup appeared first on Morocco World News.

A new international assessment shows that progress in closing the gender gap in mathematics is reversing, with girls once again The post Girls Fall Behind in Mathematics as Gender Gap Widens Again appeared first on Morocco World News.

Dani Carvajal is set to leave Real Madrid this summer after the club decided not to renew his contract. The post Carvajal Nears Real Madrid Exit After Injury‑Hit Season appeared first on Morocco World News.

Marcelo, the legendary Brazilian left-back and former Real Madrid captain, gave a very positive interview to Asharq Sports about the Moroccan national team. The post Marcelo: ‘Morocco Didn’t Create a Miracle at the World Cup, They’ve Been Winning for Years’ appeared first on Morocco World News.

Morocco continues to reassure citizens of a sufficient energy supply amid reported declines in gas imports. The post Morocco’s Natural Gas Imports Record 15% Decline in 2026’s Q1 appeared first on Morocco World News.

Algeria has announced the arrest of 77 people in what is described as a major operation against irregular migration. However, the only nationality disclosed as part of its operation was that of 67 Moroccans. The post Algeria Claims Arrest of 67 Moroccans in Alleged Irregular Migration Case appeared first on Morocco World News.

Watford’s rising Moroccan star Othmane Maama has been crowned the club’s Young Player of the Season for the 2025/26 campaign. The post Maamma Named Watford’s Young Player of the Season appeared first on Morocco World News.

Africa Morocco Link is set to reinforce the Almería-Nador maritime corridor ahead of the 2026 Marhaba operation, as authorities look for ways to ease pressure on the Strait of Gibraltar during the summer rush. The post Africa Morocco Link Boosts Almería-Nador Route Ahead of Marhaba 2026 Rush appeared first on Morocco World News.

The National Human Rights Council (CNDH)’s pavilion at the Rabatbook fair became a space where children from the Draa-Tafilalet region turned culture into a message, and performance into a form of testimony. The post Culture, Rights, and Hope: Young Voices from Draa-Tafilalet at SIEL 2026 appeared first on Morocco World News.

Ismael Saibari has entered a special rehabilitation program with PSV Eindhoven as the Dutch champions carefully manage his fitness ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The post Ismael Saibari Begins Special Rehabilitation Program at PSV Eindhoven appeared first on Morocco World News.

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman welcomed Morocco as the newest member of the Artemis Accords in a recent video shared on his X account. The post NASA Chief Applauds Morocco’s Leap Into the Artemis Accords appeared first on Morocco World News.

Moroccan international Abde Ezzalzouli has been voted Real Betis’ best player for April, a recognition of his standout form in recent weeks.  The post Ezzalzouli Named Real Betis Player of the Month appeared first on Morocco World News.

Rabat – Maghreb of Fes have confirmed that supporters will not be able to travel to Meknes for the upcoming match this Saturday at 20:00 against CODM Meknes. This move follows the decision from local authorities as part of security and organizational concerns. The club made it clear that the decision comes to prevent the […] The post MAS Fans Banned from Traveling to Meknes for Local Clash appeared first on Morocco World News.

UNICEF Morocco released its 2025 annual report this week, detailing wide-ranging interventions across health, education, child protection, and social inclusion. The report outlines concrete progress in structural reforms affecting millions of Moroccan children. The post What Has UNICEF Achieved for Morocco’s Children in 2025? appeared first on Morocco World News.

The United Nations Security Council convened this week for a strategic review of the mandate of the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara, The post UN Security Council Enters Critical Phase in MINURSO Mandate Review appeared first on Morocco World News.

Artificial intelligence is set to change the way millions of people work, but not necessarily replace them. The post AI Set to Reshape Up to 55% of Jobs in the US, BCG Report Finds appeared first on Morocco World News.

Real Madrid coach Álvaro Arbeloa has defended Kylian Mbappé’s freedom to travel during his recovery but reminded everyone that the club’s values come first. The post Arbeloa: ‘No Player Is Bigger Than Real Madrid’ appeared first on Morocco World News.

Morocco is stepping up its economic outreach to Ireland with two business events aimed at attracting investment and strengthening The post Morocco, Ireland Deepen Economic Ties with Business Forums appeared first on Morocco World News.

Taiwan’s Foxconn has taken another step into the space sector with the successful launch of two low-Earth orbit satellites, underlining The post Foxconn steps further into space with new satellite launch appeared first on Morocco World News.

Marwan Rahiki maintained his perfect finishing streak on Saturday, securing a dominant first-round TKO victory over Ollie Schmid at UFC Perth. The post Marwan Rahiki Defeats Ollie Schmid via First-Round TKO appeared first on Morocco World News.

The first week of the high-profile legal battle between Elon Musk and Sam Altman has set a tense, consequential tone, with implications The post Musk vs. OpenAI: A Trial That Could Redefine the Future of Artificial Intelligence appeared first on Morocco World News.

FUS Rabat put an end to Club Africain, after an unbeaten run in the 2026 Sahara Conference in Rabat, winning 71–68. The post FUS Rabat Hand Club Africain First BAL Defeat appeared first on Morocco World News.

While walking around Rabat’s International Publishing and Book Fair’s (SIEL) pavilions, one figure is impossible to miss. Ibn Battuta. His name appears across the fair, whether in exhibitions, panels, and cultural events. The post SIEL 2026: Why Ibn Battuta Still Speaks to Our World appeared first on Morocco World News.

The Arab world is mourning Hany Shaker, one of the renowned musicians and singers. The post Egyptian Singer Hany Shaker Dies appeared first on Morocco World News.

Morocco’s ambassador to the UK, Hakim Hajoui, engaged in a high-level meeting in Manchester to showcase Morocco’s investment potential to a wide range of British business leaders to strengthen the growing economic ties between the two countries. The post Morocco Showcases Investment Opportunities to Manchester Business Community appeared first on Morocco World News.

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, football fans and sports media outlets will be closely watching how the participating teams prepare for the ultimate tournament. People will monitor in what shape these teams’ biggest stars and main players show up, who is likely to miss the big event due to injury, lack of performance or sheer tactical choices from this or that manager. The post As World Cup Nears, Are Atlas Lions Ready? appeared first on Morocco World News.

Morocco The post Former Dutch Player Hopes Netherlands Avoids Early World Cup Clash with Morocco appeared first on Morocco World News.

CAF has now made it official: the key dates for the AFCON 2027 are locked in, giving fans and teams a clear timeline for what promises to be a historic tournament in East Africa The post CAF Announces AFCON 2027 Opening and Final Dates appeared first on Morocco World News.

At the International Publishing and Book Fair (SIEL) in Rabat, conversations about literature often stretch beyond storytelling and into the pressing questions of our time. The post Abdessamad Fatmi’s New Book Explores How AI Could Shape the Arab World appeared first on Morocco World News.

Morocco’s Royal Navy is set to receive a new patrol vessel built by Spanish state-owned shipbuilder Navantia later this summer. The warship, named RMNS Moulay Hassan after Crown Prince Moulay Hassan, has completed its sea trials in the Bay of Cadiz, marking the final phase before official handover. The post Spain-Built Warship for Morocco’s Royal Navy Nears Delivery appeared first on Morocco World News.

Rabat – Al Ahly secured a comfortable 30 win over rivals Zamalek SC, with Achraf Bencherki stealing the show by delivering two goals and an assist to settle the Cairo Derby. The Reds came into the match looking to respond after their 3-0 loss in the previous round against Pyramids. The match began with Zamalek […] The post Bencharki Stars as Al Ahly Crush Zamalek 3-0 in Cairo Derby appeared first on Morocco World News.

Kuwait Airways has announced the opening of a new route between Kuwait International Airport and Casablanca, marking the return of a key North Africa connection as part of a broader expansion of its international network. The post Kuwait Airways Restores Direct Link Between Kuwait and Casablanca appeared first on Morocco World News.

Despite a modest drop in fuel prices at the beginning of May, Morocco’s pricing structure continues to fuel debate over transparency and balance in how increases and decreases are passed on to consumers. The post Modest Fuel Price Drop in Morocco Reignites Questions Over Market Structure appeared first on Morocco World News.

The library serves as an AI-powered digital platform that provides users with easy access to the National Human Rights Council’s reports, studies, and recommendations. The post National Human Rights Council Unveils AI-Powered Digital Library at Book Fair appeared first on Morocco World News.

Morocco’s financial education programs reached 70,827 direct beneficiaries in 2025, marking a 23% increase compared to the previous year. The post Morocco’s Financial Education Programs Reached 70,827 People in 2025 appeared first on Morocco World News.

Moroccan international Achraf Hakimi has made a remarkable impact on the leaderboard for assists in the 2025-26 Champions League season. The post Hakimi Among Top Assist Providers in Champions League appeared first on Morocco World News.

Manchester United officially secured their return to the UEFA Champions League following a thrilling 3-2 victory over Liverpool on Sunday. The post Man United Seal Champions League Spot with Thrilling Liverpool Win appeared first on Morocco World News.

At a time of growing global tensions, from armed conflicts, economic instability, climate change, and widening inequalities, a panel at the National Human Rights Council (CNDH) pavilion at the International Publishing and Book Fair (SIEL) explored how cultural rights can help reshape the way development is understood and implemented. The post CNDH Panel Reframes Development Debate Through Cultural Rights Lens appeared first on Morocco World News.

Senegal’s president, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, has revealed that he asked King Mohammed VI of Morocco to grant a royal pardon to Senegalese supporters jailed after violent incidents during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final. The post Senegal President: I Asked King Mohammed VI to Pardon Senegalese Fans appeared first on Morocco World News.

Pedri has written his name into Barcelona’s history by breaking a record once held by Lionel Messi.  The post Pedri Breaks Messi’s Record to Become Barcelona’s Youngest 200‑Game Starter appeared first on Morocco World News.

ABA Technology Group has launched an international program, “Fusion AI for the Future of Health,” marking its first implementation at the University of Évora in Portugal, aiming to reshape medical education, healthcare systems, and scientific research through artificial intelligence. The post Morocco’s ABA Technology Pilots International AI-Driven Healthcare Transformation in Portugal appeared first on Morocco World News.

US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau and US Ambassador to Morocco Duke Buchan III are visiting the historical Moroccan city of Marrakech during Landau’s visit to the country. The post Landau’s Marrakech Visit Highlights Cultural Dimension of US-Morocco Ties appeared first on Morocco World News.

Two US service members taking part in the African Lion 2026 have been reported missing near the Cap Draa training area, close to the southern city of Tan-Tan, according to a statement from the US Mission Morocco. The post Two US Service Members Missing in Morocco During African Lion Drills appeared first on Morocco World News.

Police in Casablanca arrested on Saturday two taxi drivers involved in a fatal assault, killing another driver. The post Police in Casablanca Arrest 2 Taxi Drivers for Murder appeared first on Morocco World News.

The departure of Dani Carvajal, more than just another squad change at Real Madrid, is the definitive end of one of the most dominant eras in modern football history. The post End of an Era: Carvajal Exit Signals the Final Goodbye to Real Madrid’s Golden Generation appeared first on Morocco World News.

King Mohammed VI reiterated his firm condemnation of Iran's aggression against Bahrain. The post King Mohammed VI Reiterates Condemnation of Iranian Attacks Against Bahrain appeared first on Morocco World News.

King Mohammed VI has appointed Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan as Coordinator of the Offices and Services of the General Staff of the Royal Armed Forces. The post King Mohammed VI Appoints Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan to Key Royal Armed Forces Role appeared first on Morocco World News.

A senior Iranian military official said Saturday that a renewed war with the United States now looks likely, as tensions rise again after stalled peace efforts and sharp rhetoric from Washington. The post Iran Warns of Possible War Resumption as Trump Rejects New Nuclear Talks Offer appeared first on Morocco World News.

The United Arab Emirates announced on Saturday the full resumption of air traffic operations, lifting all precautionary measures that had been in place since the outbreak of the US-Iranian conflict on February 28. The post UAE Fully Reopens Airspace After Lifting War-Era Restrictions appeared first on Morocco World News.

There are writers who construct worlds, and there are those who dismantle the very conditions that make “worlds” narratable.  On the first evening of the International Publishing and Book Fair (SIEL) 2026, in the Salle Ibn Battuta, Annie Ernaux came to defend her own definition of literature as a radical practitioner of subtraction, someone for whom writing is an act of stripping language back to its social and material truth. The post At SIEL 2026, Annie Ernaux Dismantles the Fiction of Lite...

Florentino Pérez’s preference for bringing José Mourinho back to Real Madrid has stunned Spanish football.  The post Perez’s Interest in Mourinho Signals Madrid’s Search for Stability appeared first on Morocco World News.

Donald Trump announced on Friday that the US will raise tariffs on cars and trucks imported from the European Union to 25% starting next week, up from the previously agreed 15%, citing what he described as non-compliance with a bilateral trade deal. The post Trump Announces 25% Tariff on EU Vehicles Amid Trade Dispute appeared first on Morocco World News.

Casablanca will host the first edition of GITEX Future Health Africa 2026 from 4 to 6 May. The post GITEX Future Health Africa 2026: Rethinking Policy for a Pan-African Health System appeared first on Morocco World News.

Morocco and Germany held high-level talks on Thursday aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in the energy sector, with a particular focus on advancing the country’s energy transition and expanding investment in emerging green industries. The post Rabat Hosts Morocco-Germany Talks to Deepen Energy Transition Cooperation appeared first on Morocco World News.

The Moroccan Human Rights Council expressed today its view that culture, human rights, and development cannot be treated as separate domains. The post SIEL 2026: CNDH Spotlights Culture’s Role in Shaping Rights and Development appeared first on Morocco World News.

PSG Coach Luis Enrique spoke very highly of Achraf Hakimi when asked about him before Paris Saint-Germain faced Lorient. The post “A Moroccan machine”: Luis Enrique Hails Achraf Hakimi appeared first on Morocco World News.