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Morocco Denies Involvement in Mass Ceuta Migrant Crossing

September 11, 2026

Morocco on Thursday denied any role in the mass movement of migrants into Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta in July, saying there was no evidence linking its authorities to the unprecedented

Africa·Health·News·Top Stories

From Property to Pharmaceuticals: Sefrioui Targets Servier’s Moroccan business

August 22, 2026

Moroccan billionaire Anas Sefrioui is expanding beyond real estate into pharmaceuticals, with his investment company, Pharma Capital, seeking to acquire the Moroccan businesses of French drugmaker Servier, subject to regulatory approval. The

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Ceuta Migration Surge Puts Spain Under Pressure as Calls Grow for Detention Facility

August 12, 2026

Spain is facing mounting pressure over the migrant crisis in its North African enclave of Ceuta after tens of thousands of people crossed from Morocco last month, overwhelming local reception facilities and

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Moroccan Football Prospect Dies in Attempted Sea Crossing to Spain

August 7, 2026

Moroccan footballer Faten Ben Amar El Azizi, 20, died while attempting to swim from Morocco to Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta, her club and the Moroccan Union of Professional Footballers said,

Business News·News·World News

Why Morocco Named $1 Billion Highway After Trump

August 6, 2026

Morocco’s decision to name its newly completed $1 billion, 1,055-kilometre Tiznit-Dakhla Expressway after U.S. President Donald Trump is more than a symbolic gesture. It reinforces Rabat’s campaign to secure international recognition of

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Sánchez Condemns Mass Migrant Arrival in Ceuta as ‘Attack’ on Spain’s Territorial Integrity

July 31, 2026

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has described the arrival of thousands of migrants from Morocco into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta as an “attack” on Spain’s territorial integrity, as authorities moved to

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Senegal Win Africa Cup of Nations After Extra-Time Thriller Against Morocco

January 19, 2026

Senegal claimed their second Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title with a dramatic 1–0 win over hosts Morocco in the final on Sunday. The match remained goalless after 90 minutes, with Senegal

Sports·Top Stories

Morocco Win on Penalties Against Nigeria to Face Senegal in AFCON Final

January 15, 2026

It will be a battle of “Lions” in the Africa Cup of Nations final as Morocco, the Atlas Lions, face Senegal’s Lions of Teranga, after the hosts beat Nigeria 4-2 on penalties

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Morocco Detains Alleged Italian Mafia Boss, Wife as Rome Pushes for Extradition

December 21, 2025

Moroccan authorities have arrested and detained alleged Italian mafia boss Patrizio Forniti and his wife, Monica Montenero, in Casablanca, setting the stage for a complex legal battle over extradition to Italy, Prime

Africa·News

UN Backs Morocco’s Sovereignty Plan Over Western Sahara In Major Policy Shift

November 1, 2025

The United Nations Security Council on Friday approved a US-sponsored resolution endorsing Morocco’s plan to grant limited autonomy to Western Sahara under its sovereignty, a move that marks a major diplomatic shift

Sports

Morocco, Spain, Brazil Lobby For 2029 FIFA Club World Cup Hosting Rights

June 24, 2025

Major football superpowers, including Morocco, are already jostling to be awarded hosting rights for the 2029 FIFA Club World Cup. The ongoing FIFA Club World Cup is hosted by USA but according

Africa·News·Sports

Zambia Army Promotes Women’s National Team Captain For Olympics Ticket

April 14, 2024

The Zambia Army have promoted Copper Queens captain, Barbara Banda to the rank of Staff Sergeant for leading her country to the 2024 Olympics in Paris.

AMA News·Technology

Thales Announces Appointment Of Yan Levy As Thales Morocco General Manager

March 28, 2024

Thales announces the appointment of Yan Levy as General Manager of Thales in Morocco. In this capacity, he will manage the Group’s activities development in the country, particularly in the field of

Africa

Nigerian Govt In Talks With Morocco To Advance Gas Pipeline Project

January 25, 2024

the Federal Government intensified discussions with the Kingdom of Morocco during a meeting on Wednesday, 24th January, 2024.

News

Morocco’s OCP Secures $106m Solar Plant Loan Towards Greener Fertilizer Production

October 11, 2023

The Office Chérifien des Phosphates (OCP), a Moroccan leader in phosphates and fertilizers, has entered into an agreement with the International Finance Corporation (IFC). On October 10, the IFC announced a $106

News·Sports

Breaking: Morocco Wins 2025 AFCON Hosting Bid; Nigeria, Algeria Get Zero Votes

September 27, 2023

Nigeria and Algeria garnered zero points on Wednesday afternoon as the Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced Morocco as the host of the 35th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations in

News·Sports

Nigeria’s U-18 Handball Women’s Team Qualify For 2024 World Championship

September 21, 2023

Nigeria's U-18 Handball national team has qualified for the 2024 IHF Women's Youth World Championship after defeating Morocco 28-14, Wednesday night at the Africa Women's Youth Handball Championship in Monastir, Tunisia

Africa

Morocco Earthquake: Rescuers Continue Search For Survivors As Death Toll Nears 3,000

September 12, 2023

Rescuers have been on a continuous search for survivors of the Morocco’s earthquake that occurred late Friday with the death toll having surged to over 2,800 and scores of people injured. The

News·Sports

Update: Morocco Football Federation Offers Gate-takings To Victims Of Earthquake

September 12, 2023

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation on Tuesday morning announced that it will donate all the proceeds from the friendly match between Morocco and Burkina Faso to be played tonight (Tuesday, 12 September

News·Sports

AfconQ: CAF Set To Announce New Date For Morocco Versus Libya

September 10, 2023

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed that the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier between Morocco and Libya earlier scheduled to hold on Saturday, September 9 in the Moroccan city

Africa·News

Over 600 Killed, Many Buildings Damaged In Morocco Earthquake

September 9, 2023

Morocco has come under severe attack by an earthquake of magnitude 6.8 leading to death of at least 632 people. This was revealed by the country’s interior ministry, which said the earthquake

News·Sports

CAF Executive Committee Set To Meet, Morocco Favourites For 2025 AFCON Hosting Rights

July 6, 2023

Ahead Saturday’s final match of the CAF U23 Africa Cup of Nations in Rabat, Morocco, the CAF Executive Committee will meet on Friday (July 8) to deliberate on a number of football

Sports·News

Why Super Eagles Rank Higher Than Ghana’s Black Stars

December 24, 2022

There has been eyebrows raised over the last FIFA world rankings of the year 2022 that saw Nigeria still placed above Ghana who they lost out to in the qualification campaign to

Sports·FEATURES·News

Moroccan Stars Dominate Africa’s ‘Best 11’ Of 2022 FIFA World Cup

December 17, 2022

The grand finale for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar comes up Sunday afternoon at the Lusail Stadium when current champions France face Argentina

Sports·News·World News

Qatar 2022: Croatia Beat Morocco, Settle For 3rd Place

December 17, 2022

Croatia claimed the third place spot in the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar as they beat Morocco 2-1 in Saturday's classification match at the Khalifa International Stadium reports Prime Business Africa

Sports·News·World News

Ex-Super Eagles Star, Udeze, Praise Antoine Griezmann In Morocco-France Semifinal Match

December 15, 2022

Former Nigerian defender Ifeanyi Udeze drooled over the performance of Morocco in the semifinals of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar against France and noted that the Atlas Lions made it

Sports·News·World News

Qatar 2022: How France Rated Against Morocco

December 14, 2022

France, the defending World Champions, overcame the African challenge posed by an impressive Morocco side to reach the final of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Below is how the Les

Sports·News·World News

How Morocco Lost To Superior France In World Cup Semifinals

December 14, 2022

Morocco on Wednesday night failed go get past defending champions France in the second semifinals match of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar after they suffered a heartbreaking 2-0 defeat.

Sports·Top Stories

Qatar 2022: France Beat Morocco, Set Up Titanic Final War Against Argentina

December 14, 2022

Defending champions France beat Morocco 2-0 at the Al Bayt Stadium in Doha Wednesday night to reach the final of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar where they will face Argentina

Sports·News·World News

Breaking News: Morocco Become First African Country To Reach World Cup Semifinals

December 10, 2022

Ten-man Morocco in Saturday evening became the first ever African nation to reach the semifinals of the FIFA World Cup with a 1-0 win over Cristiano Ronaldo captained Portugal reports Prime

Sports·News

Aghahowa Tasks Morocco’s Medical Team On Injured Players Ahead Portugal Clash

Former Super Eagles striker Julius Efosa Aghahowa hopes to see a fully fit Morocco side take on Portugal in the quarterfinals of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar this Saturday reports Prime Business Africa

December 7, 2022

Sports·FEATURES·News

Viva Africa! The Impact Of Morocco’s Fantastic World Cup Performance

Morocco 'flew Africa's flag high' on Tuesday evening at the Education City Stadium in Doha as they beat 2010 World Cup winners Spain on penalties to reach the quarterfinals of the tournament where they will face Portugal on Saturday.

December 7, 2022

Sports·News·World News

Morocco Upsets Belgium, Top Group F Ahead Croatia Game

Substitutes Abdelhamid Sabiri and Zakaria Aboukhlal were the scorers as Morocco earned their first World Cup victory in 24 years with a 2-0 win over a hugely disappointing Belgium side in World Cup Group F on Sunday

November 27, 2022

Sports·News·World News

Morocco, Croatia Settle For Stalemate In Group F Opener

Africa representatives Morocco held Croatia to a goalless draw in their opening Group F match of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar on Wednesday afternoon reports Prime Business Africa

November 23, 2022

Sports·News

Why Moroccan Police Stopped Rivers United From Training Ahead CCL Clash

The Confederation of Africa Football through its Head of Securities, Nigeria's Dr Chris Emeruwa has cleared the air on why Moroccan poicemen prevented Nigeria's representatives in the second round return leg of the CAF Champions League on Sunday, Rivers United from taking

October 14, 2022

Sports·News

Breaking: Morocco FA Sack National Team Coach Halilhodžić

The Moroccan Football Association on Thursday announced the sacking of head coach of the national team Vahid Halilhodžić over what it described as "differences in vision between the coach and the organisation

August 11, 2022

News·Sports

CAF Announces Morocco As Hosts Of 2024 WAFCON

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) on Tuesday announced that Morocco will host the African Women’s Cup of Nations in 2024 reports Prime Business Africa

August 9, 2022

Sports·News·Top Stories

President Buhari Lauds Super Falcons’ Heroic WAFCON Performance Against Morocco

President Muhammadu Buhari has heaped plaudits on Nigeria's women's football national team, the Super Falcons for a gallant semifinals performance in the ongoing Women’s Africa Cup of Nations against hosts Morocco

July 19, 2022

Sports·Africa·News

WAFCON Semifinals: Super Falcons Lose 5-4 On Penalties Against Morocco

Nigeria Super Falcons on Monday evening were denied the chance to lay their hands on the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations trophy for the 10th time following the 5-4 penalty defeat in the second semifinals of the day against hosts Morocco in

July 18, 2022

Sports·News

WAFCON: Morocco’s Coach Upbeat Of Victory Against Super Falcons

Head coach of the Morrocan women's national football team Reynald Pedros is confident that his team will give the Super Falcons a difficult semifinals game on Monday evening reports Prime Business Africa.

July 17, 2022

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