Keywords: Journalism


Jazz critic Francis Marmande passes away at 80

French writer, literary scholar, and renowned jazz critic Francis Marmande has died at the age of 80 after a long illness, according to media reports confirmed on Saturday. His passing marks the end of a major intellectual and cultural voice in French journalism. Born in Bayonne in January 1945, Francis......

Hashem Ahelbarra calls for stronger journalism to rebuild trust and guide Morocco’s transformation

Moroccan journalist and Al Jazeera English correspondent Hashem Ahelbarra has urged the creation of a national news channel capable of providing continuous, credible, and insightful coverage of Morocco’s most pressing challenges. His appeal comes at a pivotal moment for the country, where calls......

Morocco mourns the death of Said Jedidi, pioneer of Spanish-language journalism

Rabat – The Moroccan media world is in mourning after the passing of journalist and writer Said Jedidi on Saturday evening. Considered one of the founders of Spanish-language journalism in Morocco after independence, Jedidi leaves behind a remarkable legacy that bridged cultures and languages. Born......

Morocco opens submissions for 23rd National Press Grand Prix competition

Morocco’s Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Communication has officially launched the 23rd edition of the National Press Grand Prix (GPNP), coinciding with National Information Day. This prestigious event celebrates excellence in journalism across Morocco, recognizing outstanding contributions in......

Moroccan lawmakers approve bill to reorganize the National press council

Morocco's House of Representatives has taken a significant step in reforming the country’s media regulation framework by adopting a draft bill to reorganize the National Press Council (CNP). The bill was approved by the Parliamentary Committee on Education, Culture, and Communication, with......

BBC faces internal revolt over Gaza coverage, accused of bias toward Israel

The BBC is under growing scrutiny after more than 100 of its journalists signed a letter condemning its coverage of the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The letter accuses the corporation of downplaying Palestinian suffering while amplifying Israeli narratives, sparking internal dissent and public backlash. Anonymous......

British photographer injured during LA protests over immigration raids

A British photojournalist is recovering after undergoing emergency surgery for injuries sustained during protests in Los Angeles. Nick Stern, an experienced photographer originally from Hertfordshire, was struck by a "plastic bullet" while documenting demonstrations against Immigration and......

HACA advocates for equitable representation of women in Moroccan media

Morocco’s High Authority for Audiovisual Communication (HACA) has embarked on a significant initiative aimed at transforming the portrayal of women in news media. This effort underscores a growing recognition that the representation of women in Moroccan journalism has long been inadequate and requires......

Prison authority refutes Omar Radi’s allegations on detention conditions

The General Delegation for Prison Administration (DGAPR) has firmly rejected claims made by journalist Omar Radi regarding the conditions of his detention in Ain Sebaa 1 and Tifelt 2 prisons. In a recent interview, Radi criticized Moroccan prisons, asserting that he faced severe psychological and physical......