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Major Blaze Engulfs Kenitra’s Ben Abbad Flea Market

Kenitra, Morocco - A significant fire erupted on Saturday evening at the Ben Abbad flea market in Kenitra’s El Maamoura district, causing extensive damage to the bustling commercial hub. Initial reports indicate that the fire has devastated approximately 134 stalls, leaving the market in disarray. Local......

Morocco Invests $300 Million in Kenitra-Marrakech Rail Upgrade

Revitalizing Morocco's Rail Infrastructure Morocco's National Office of Railways (ONCF) has embarked on an ambitious project to enhance the conventional rail lines between Kenitra and Marrakech. This initiative is crucial for developing the high-speed rail link connecting these key cities. The......

UAE's Al-Ain Football Club Embarks on Preseason Training Camp in Morocco

In preparation for the 2024-2025 season, the renowned Emirati football club Al-Ain will be undertaking a comprehensive preseason training camp in Morocco. This prestigious sojourn, spanning from July 17 to August 11, promises to be an invaluable opportunity for the club to hone their skills and fortify......

BAC 2024: Rabat-Salé-Kénitra Region Achieves Remarkable 81.05% Overall Success Rate

The Rabat-Salé-Kénitra (RSK) Regional Academy of Education and Training has announced an outstanding 81.05% overall success rate among candidates enrolled for the 2024 national unified baccalaureate exam (ordinary session), marking a significant increase from the 72.49% rate recorded in......

COVID-19 and Inflation Compound Morocco’s Economic Inequalities, HCP Report Reveals

Disparities Deepen as Morocco’s Poor Bear the Brunt of Economic Crises Morocco’s recent economic challenges have disproportionately affected its least affluent citizens, according to a comprehensive report by the High Commission for Planning (HCP). The report highlights how the COVID-19......

The Unyielding Battle: Morocco's Steadfast Stance Against Covid-19

In the ongoing war against the relentless foe that is Covid-19, Morocco remains resolute in its fight, as evidenced by the latest statistics released by the Ministry of Health and Social Protection. The weekly report for the period spanning June 15 to June 21 reveals a total of 17 new infections, with......

Tainted Alcohol Tragedy: Mastermind Behind Sidi Allal Tazi Poisoning Apprehended

In a significant development following the harrowing tainted alcohol incident that claimed at least 15 lives in the Sidi Allal Tazi commune, authorities have arrested the alleged ringleader behind the methanol trafficking network. Approximately a week after the tragedy unfolded, the investigation conducted......

Morocco's Entrepreneurial Surge: OMPIC Reports Nearly 25,000 New Businesses in Q1 2024

In a testament to the Kingdom's thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem, the Moroccan Office for Industrial and Commercial Property (OMPIC) has unveiled remarkable statistics showcasing the nation's vibrant business landscape. According to OMPIC's comprehensive dashboard report on enterprise creation,......

Fostering Sustainable Forestry: AfDB Injects Over 850 Million Dirhams into Morocco's Woodlands

The African Development Bank (AfDB) is poised to inject a substantial investment of more than 850 million dirhams (equivalent to 84 million euros) into Morocco's forestry sector. The Board of Directors of the AfDB Group has approved this financing as part of a project aimed at supporting the inclusive......