Keywords: Moroccan


Investigation in Italy delays repatriation of Moroccan man who died in Bologna

The body of Abdelrahim Faqir, a 42-year-old Moroccan citizen who died in Bologna, Italy, remains in the custody of Italian authorities more than three weeks after his death, as judicial investigations and forensic examinations continue. According to the lawyer representing the deceased’s family,......

Morocco’s diaspora emerges as a key force in the country’s 2030 ambitions

Morocco’s National Day for Moroccans Residing Abroad, observed every year on August 10, has become an important occasion for strengthening ties between the Kingdom and its diaspora. Beyond its symbolic significance, the event highlights the growing contribution of Moroccans living abroad to the......

Infantino congratulates Moroccan teenager Ayoub Bouaddi after historic World Cup milestone

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has congratulated Moroccan midfielder Ayoub Bouaddi after the young player achieved a remarkable milestone at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Bouaddi attracted international attention after becoming one of the youngest players ever to appear in a World Cup quarter-final. Infantino......

Morocco’s Treasury places 1.5 billion dirhams in surplus cash on the market

Morocco’s Directorate of Treasury and External Finance (DTFE) has carried out two transactions to place a combined 1.5 billion dirhams ($150 million) in surplus Treasury cash on the financial market. The operations, launched on Friday, form part of the Treasury’s management of available......

Moroccans lead foreign resident homebuyers in Spain

Moroccan nationals have strengthened their position in Spain’s residential property market, emerging as the leading foreign resident nationality in terms of home purchases, according to recent figures from Spain’s General Council of Notaries. The data highlight the growing importance of......

Morocco’s football federation bans foreign club names from private academies

Morocco’s Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) has introduced a new measure preventing private football academies and schools across the country from operating under the names of foreign clubs. The decision is part of a broader effort by the federation to strengthen Morocco’s domestic......

Morocco’s port traffic rises 14.4% to 148.6 million tonnes in first half of 2026

Morocco’s ports recorded strong growth in overall commercial traffic during the first half of 2026, reaching 148.6 million tonnes by the end of June, according to figures released by the Ministry of Equipment and Water. The total represents a 14.4% increase compared with approximately 130 million......

Morocco opens new investment opportunities for its diaspora through a dedicated investment week

Morocco is preparing a new edition of its Investment Week from August 10 to 13, 2026, offering Moroccans living abroad an opportunity to explore business prospects and investment opportunities across the country’s different regions. The initiative, organized by the Ministry of Investment, Convergence......

Morocco Introduces New Regulatory Framework for Private Football Schools and Academies

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF), through its National Technical Directorate, has introduced a comprehensive regulatory framework aimed at improving the quality, safety, and governance of private football schools and academies across the country. The new guidelines establish clear standards......