Who will host 2025 Africa Cup of Nations
As the Confederation of African Football is close to announcing the official host of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Morocco seems confident in its bid to host the tournament
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10 marvels of Marrakech
Architectural masterpieces, forgotten tombs, exotic gardens and intoxicating souks. Marrakech is bursting at the seams with cultural gems waiting to be explored
What makes Morocco’s Essaouira so popular among tourists?
Formerly known as Mogador, Essaouira hosts thousands of tourists every year. Let's figure out what interesting and unusual places, except for the Atlantic Ocean and beaches, can be found in Essaouira.
Why it is worth visiting Morocco in February
Morocco is one of the most fascinating countries on the African continent, and there are countless reasons why everyone should include it on their bucket list.
EU’s ban on Russian diesel won’t really stop fuel flows
For decades, a steady stream of ocean tankers has filed back and forth between a small cluster of ports in northwest Europe and the Baltic Sea. Typically, each would bring about 40 million liters of diesel to help keep Europe’s …
Israel, Sudan change three nos to three yes
Sudan and Israel agreed to press ahead with a stalled peace treaty
Why Macron's crusade to renew France's role in Africa failed
At the end of his first term, President Emmanuel Macron, who had promised definitive upheavals in Franco-African relations, had to content himself with very conventional relations with his main partners
France defeats Morocco to face Argentina in World Cup final in Qatar
France’s national football team defeated Morocco 2-0 in Wednesday night’s semifinal match that was played at Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor. The goals were scored by Theo Hernandez (5’) and Randal Kolo Muani …
EU-Qatar: bribery probe
The European Parliament is reeling from a burgeoning investigation into alleged corruption involving lawmakers, the Gulf state of Qatar and a suitcase full of cash
Türkiye’s ‘Traditional Ahlat Stonework’ added to UNESCO list
Türkiye’s "Traditional Ahlat Stonework" has been added to the UNSECO list of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding, the Foreign Ministry said Tuesday. "Our national nomination file of …
Morocco defeats Belgium 2-0 at FIFA World Cup
Morocco beat 2-0 Belgium in a group stage match of the 2022 FIFA World Cup at Al Thumama Stadium in Doha on Sunday. The goals were scored by Abdelhamid Sabiri (73rd minute) and Zakaria Aboukhalal (90+2). Hakim Ziyech’s goal for …
World Cup 2022: Morocco 0-0 Croatia
Croatia, runners-up at the last World Cup, were held to a 0-0 draw by Morocco at the Al Bayt Stadium on Wednesday in their opening Group F match at the tournament in Qatar. The Croats, beaten by France in the 2018 final in Moscow, had …
Five of the Arab world's most impressive libraries
The imperative to read and pursue knowledge is established in early Muslim scripture with Islamic tradition
Israel tackles renewables in the Middle East
Enlight Renewable Energy Ltd. plans to create a joint venture with Israeli natural gas producer NewMed Energy LP that will develop renewable energy projects in North Africa and the Middle East
Morocco king favours restoration of diplomatic ties with Algeria
Morocco’s King Mohammed VI says he wants to re-establish normal relations with Algeria, which cut off ties last August over the disputed territory of Western Sahara. According to …
Europe investigates migrants death
On 25 July, 23 people died at the Moroccan border as they attempted to cross into the Spanish enclave of Melilla. Moroccan authorities said in a statement that the deaths were due to a “stampede” and that 140 police …
Algeria-Spain gas controversy
The disagreement relates to both countries' troubled history with Morocco over the Western Sahara territory
Key Middle East takeaways from US military budget
Earlier this week, US President Joe Biden signed into law the annual defence budget, giving the administration a whopping $778bn to work with next year for its national security and defence needs
Israeli Health Ministry recommends adding 10 countries to no-fly list
The Israeli Health Ministry has recommended adding 10 new nations to the list of “red” countries under no-fly rules due to high COVID-19 infections rates. The countries are the United States, Italy, Germany, Belgium, …
Demand for Turkish drones mounts
After the Azerbaijan victory, Turkish drones are in hot demand around Africa
