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FIFM 2025: Moroccan icon Raouya honored with golden star

The Marrakech International Film Festival (FIFM) paid a heartfelt tribute on Tuesday evening to Moroccan actress Fatima Harandi, professionally known as Raouya. The ceremony gathered prominent figures from the arts and media, both from Morocco and abroad. Raouya received the Golden Star award from director......

Marrakech: Suspects arrested in violent theft targeting foreign tourist

Authorities in Marrakech apprehended a 29-year-old man on December 2 for allegedly possessing items stolen from a foreign tourist in a violent theft incident. The crime occurred in the city’s medina and involved two suspects on a motorcycle, and a video of the incident circulated widely on social......

Jury explores emerging talent and AI at Marrakech Film Festival

The 22nd edition of the Marrakech International Film Festival (FIFM) commenced today at the Palais des Congrès in Marrakech, bringing together filmmakers, actors, and artists to celebrate global cinema. The festival’s jury, chaired by Oscar-winning director Bong Joon Ho, joined a press event......

Marrakech film festival opens with Bong Joon-ho leading a star-studded jury

The 22nd edition of the Marrakech International Film Festival officially began on November 28, 2025, bringing together global cinema luminaries in the heart of Morocco. Under the high patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI and His Royal Highness Prince Moulay Rachid, the festival's opening ceremony......

Hammouchi hails success of 93rd Interpol General Assembly in Marrakech

The 93rd General Assembly of the International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) concluded in Marrakech with notable success, according to Abdellatif Hammouchi, Morocco’s Director General of National Security and Territorial Surveillance. Speaking at the closing ceremony, Hammouchi highlighted......

Lucas Philippe of France elected as Interpol president

The International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) has elected Lucas Philippe, a senior French police official, as its new president. The election took place during the 91st General Assembly in Marrakech, Morocco, on Thursday. Philippe will succeed Ahmed Naser Al-Raisi, who has held the position......

Germany’s police chief praises Morocco’s efficient security cooperation

Germany’s Criminal Police President, Holger Münch, has highlighted the longstanding and effective security collaboration between Germany and Morocco, calling it a partnership that continues to strengthen. Speaking after a meeting in Marrakech with Abdellatif Hammouchi, Director General of......

Interpol general assembly opens in Marrakech with global police leaders

The 93rd session of the Interpol General Assembly officially began on Monday in Marrakech, Morocco, gathering senior law enforcement officials and police chiefs from its 196 member countries. This annual meeting, Interpol’s highest governing body, is the world’s largest forum for police leaders......

Spanish gaming giant expands into Marrakech’s iconic casino

The Spanish gaming group Circa, known for its online gaming platforms and physical slot-machine operations, has finalized an agreement to acquire 50% of the historic Casino de Marrakech, located within the prestigious La Mamounia Hotel. This major move fits into the company's broader expansion strategy,......