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Zeus, the mechanical horse from the Paris 2024 Olympics, returns to the French capital

The majestic mechanical horse that captivated millions during the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games has returned to the French capital. “Zeus,” the 10-tonne creation that galloped across the Seine in a stunning display of artistry and engineering, is being showcased this weekend......

Morocco’s agriculture export boom: sweet corn shipments surge to $20 million

Morocco is experiencing a significant growth in agricultural exports, with sweet corn emerging as an increasingly valuable commodity. Favorable production conditions and strong international demand have propelled the North African nation to new heights in the global agricultural market. According to......

UAE cements position as Morocco's top foreign investor with MAD 3.1 billion in 2024

The United Arab Emirates has emerged as Morocco’s largest foreign investor in 2024, injecting MAD 3.1 billion ($310 million) into the economy, according to a report by Morocco’s Office des Changes. This represents 18.9% of Morocco's total net foreign direct investment (FDI), reflecting......

Moroccans received 606,000 Schengen visas in 2024 amid 20% refusal rate

Morocco secured over 606,000 Schengen visas from European Union countries in 2024, with a refusal rate of approximately 20%, according to Minister of Foreign Affairs Nasser Bourita. This marks a significant milestone in visa issuance, reflecting improved Morocco-EU relations. France leads in visa issuance France......

Morocco’s record-breaking tourism boom: top players shaping the sector's future

Morocco’s tourism industry has reached unprecedented heights, achieving record-breaking growth in both arrivals and receipts in 2024 and the first half of 2025. The country’s strategic roadmap targets for 2026 were met two years ahead of schedule, reinforcing its status as a global tourism......

Moroccan household debt declines slightly in 2024, government workers remain most indebted

Moroccan households saw a modest reduction in their debt burden in 2024, with the average debt-to-income ratio falling to 34%, down from 35% in 2023. The findings come from the 2024 annual financial stability report, jointly published by Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), the Insurance and Social Welfare Control......

Muhammad tops baby name rankings in England and Wales as diversity reshapes trends

New data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveals that “Muhammad” has retained its position as the most popular baby name for boys in England and Wales, reflecting the nation’s growing multicultural identity. A name of growing prominence In 2024, 5,721 boys were named......

Kamala Harris to publish memoir on brief 2024 presidential bid

Former Vice President Kamala Harris has announced the upcoming release of her memoir, "107 Days," which chronicles her short-lived 2024 presidential campaign. The book, set to hit shelves in September, promises a detailed behind-the-scenes look at what Harris describes as "the shortest......

Morocco sets course for economic transformation under royal leadership

His Majesty King Mohammed VI, accompanied by Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan and Prince Moulay Rachid, received Abdellatif Jouahri, Governor of Bank Al-Maghrib, at the Royal Palace in Tetouan on Tuesday. Jouahri presented the central bank’s annual report, outlining Morocco’s economic, monetary,......