Islamophobic and neo-Nazi stickers were discovered on Tuesday, May 13, in downtown Orléans, France, and on the university campus. Among the content were threatening slogans, violent imagery, and phrases such as «Muslim-free zone» and «Good Night, Left Side». According to ICI, the stickers linked to «an online store whose name references Nazism», selling «clothing and accessories for nationalists, skinheads, anti-antifa supporters, far-right
On the evening of Tuesday, May 13, an investigative judge at the Marrakech Court of Appeal ordered the detention of a university professor, following allegations of involvement in a university degree trafficking network. According to local newspaper Kech 24, the decision came after several months of in-depth investigations led by the National Brigade of Judicial Police in Marrakech. The investigation uncovered suspicions of degree sales and admissions to master’s programs in exchange for
Archaeologists have discovered ancient cemeteries, standing stones, and rock art on the Tangier Peninsula, revealing a rich prehistoric landscape dating from 3000 to 500 BCE. The findings include the first radiocarbon-dated cist grave in northwest Africa and unique engravings that suggest complex burial and ritual traditions.
Germany has pledged to continue its military contribution to the UN peacekeeping missions MINURSO, UNMISS (South Sudan), and UNIFIL (southern Lebanon), committing over €82 million. This funding will support the training and equipping of military and police forces, enhance operational resilience, promote renewable energy development, and bolster digital transformation and mental health services. It will also contribute to the use of drones in military logistics. Germany pledged to
From the sidelines, Moroccan international Oussama El Azzouzi savored FC Bologna’s historic Italian Cup victory on Wednesday, as his team defeated AC Milan 1-0 at Rome’s Olympic Stadium. The win marks Bologna’s first Coppa Italia title in 51 years, following previous triumphs in 1970 and 1974. The decisive goal in the final of the 78th edition of the Coppa Italia came from Swiss striker Dan Ndoye in the 53rd minute. Bologna’s head coach, Vincenzo Italiano, expressed his
Moroccan banks are set to capture «significant growth opportunities» through 2026, thanks to stronger profitability, improved capitalisation, and robust funding and liquidity profiles, according to Fitch Ratings. In its latest report covering Morocco’s seven largest banks, Fitch noted a 22% rise in aggregate net income in 2024, supported by «strong trading revenues on fixed-income securities, higher net interest income, and good cost discipline», despite increased
Sofia Acedo, an MP from the Spanish People's Party in Melilla, has called for the coordinated repatriation of unaccompanied minor migrants to Morocco, arguing that dismissing this option is a «mistake» as it encourages irregular migration and exposes children to numerous risks. Speaking before the Interior Committee of the House of Representatives, Acedo expressed her support for a non-binding bill proposed by the Vox Party on the matter, describing it as consistent
British multinational bank Standard Chartered Plc has announced the opening of a representative office in Morocco. The move, foreshadowed in April, follows regulatory approval from Bank Al-Maghrib and the granting of Casablanca Finance City (CFC) status by the Casablanca Finance City Authority, the bank said in a press release on Thursday. The new office will provide tailored financial solutions to multinational and regional clients and will be led by Cynthia El Asmar, appointed CEO and Head
The primary court in Kenitra has sentenced an obstetrician at the regional hospital to five years in prison and imposed a ten-year ban from practicing medicine, following her involvement in a bribery case. According to Assabah newspaper, technical investigations uncovered phone communications between the doctor and a middlewoman discussing payments in exchange for performing delivery procedures. Evidence also showed that the doctor accepted money for services that fell within her official
Chariot Limited, an Africa-focused energy group, announced on Wednesday, May 14, that it has regained control of its Moroccan offshore interests. Energean plc, a London-based oil and gas company, transferred its 45% stake in the Lixus Offshore and 37.5% stake in the Rissana Offshore licences to Chariot. As a result, Chariot now holds a 75% working interest in both licences, with Morocco’s Office National des Hydrocarbures et des Mines (ONHYM) retaining 25%. This transfer follows a 2023
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