Moroccos

In the lively city of Marrakesh, Morocco, a grand spectacle awaits on April 12. Amidst the blend of ancient charm and modernity, a gathering of remarkable individuals emerges, each nominated for their exceptional contributions. These nominees stand tall, worthy of accolades that speak to their tireless dedication and groundbreaking achievements. The list is awe-inspiring, featuring His Majesty King Mohammed VI, the gracious host and revered ruler of Morocco; Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the dynamic Director-General of the World…

One year has passed since a cataclysmic earthquake ravaged the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco, and the people on the ground express a sense of frustration over the sluggish pace of rebuilding efforts. Many remain in temporary tents, while others have been compelled to relocate entirely. Lisa Bryant reports for VOA on the ongoing struggle for recovery. This seismic event, registering a staggering 6.8 on the Richter scale, was the most powerful earthquake to strike Morocco in over a century. It hit on September 8, 2023,…

After a year of great diplomatic strife, Spain and Morocco normalized their relations on Friday, March 18, thanks to a gesture of support long demanded by Rabat in Madrid on the very sensitive issue of Western Sahara. A turn from Madrid that surprised the…

Forbidden Stories and Amnesty International, the two organizations behind the revelations about clients from the Pegasus spy program, are being sued for libel in Paris, Moroccan lawyer Olivier Baratelli said in a statement on Thursday. "The Kingdom of Morocco and its Ambassador to France, Chakib Benmoussa, have instructed Mr…

On Friday, November 13, the Polisario Entrance introduced the top of the ceasefire that ended nearly thirty years in the past, in 1991. An announcement made after a Moroccan navy operation within the buffer zone in Guerguerat to unlock a street to Mauritania. The UN and nations bordering Morocco have since responded. The…