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Marrakech’s Palais des Congrès Set to Host 2024 CAF Awards Ceremony

Marrakech’s Palais des Congrès has been selected as the venue for the prestigious 2024 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards, which will take place on December 16 at 7 p.m. Moroccan time. The ceremony is set to celebrate Africa’s most outstanding football talent, bringing......

Morocco’s Unyielding Position on LGBTQ+ Agenda: A Legal and Cultural Stalemate

In Morocco, the promotion of the LGBTQ+ agenda remains a deeply controversial and illegal subject, highlighting a stark contrast between deeply ingrained cultural and religious values and a small yet vocal group of advocates calling for change. Public opinion overwhelmingly rejects LGBTQ+ rights, with......

David Cronenberg A Moving Tribute at the Marrakech Film Festival

On December 2, 2024, the 21st edition of the Marrakech International Film Festival (FIFM) paid a heartfelt tribute to David Cronenberg at the Palais des Congrès, celebrating his extraordinary cinematic legacy. The event featured a touching speech by actress Diane Kruger, who worked alongside the......

Moroccan Actress Karima Gouit Sentenced to Two Months in Prison for Insulting Public Official

The First Instance Court of Marrakech has handed Moroccan actress Karima Gouit a two-month prison sentence, along with a fine of MAD 500 ($50) and additional legal fees. Furthermore, the court ordered her to pay MAD 5,000 ($500) in damages to the civil plaintiff. The charges stemmed from an incident......

Morocco’s Aerospace Exports Soar to $2.16 Billion in 2024, Fueling Economic Growth

Morocco's aerospace sector has seen significant growth in 2024, with exports reaching MAD 21.86 billion ($2.16 billion), marking an impressive 17.3% increase compared to the previous year. This rise reflects a robust performance, particularly in the assembly segment, which alone grew by 26.9%, bringing......

Innovative Franco-Moroccan Meeting in Paris to Enhance Migration Procedures

A significant Franco-Moroccan meeting was held recently in Paris to strengthen collaboration on migration management. Organized on the sidelines of the biannual seminar for Consuls General, this initiative brought together senior officials from both countries' Ministries of the Interior and Foreign......

The FIFM and Its Role in Boosting Morocco's Film Industry

The International Film Festival of Marrakech (FIFM), under the high patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Moulay Rachid, has been a cornerstone in the development of Morocco's cinematic industry. Since its inception, the festival has aligned with the vision of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, aimed......

Morocco Awards MAD 2.32 Billion Contract for High-Speed Rail Expansion

Kenitra-Marrakech LGV Project Advances with Gezhouba's Viaduct Deal Morocco's ambitious high-speed rail project connecting Kenitra to Marrakech has taken a significant step forward. The China-based Gezhouba Group has secured a MAD 2.32 billion ($225 million) contract to construct critical viaducts......

DGSN announces new appointments to strengthen security in Moroccan cities

The General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) recently announced a series of appointments to key positions in various Moroccan cities, including Casablanca, Oujda, Laâyoune, Salé, Sidi Yahya El Gharb, Zagora, Youssoufia, and Marrakech. These appointments, approved by DGSN Director......