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August 3, 2026, 8:08 pm
EU Ministers Set to Meet Over Migrant Crossings in Ceuta
- [RFI] The European Union will hold an emergency video conference meeting of national ministers on Tuesday to discuss the mass migrant crossings into Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta.
How the Ceuta Border Crossing Incident Immediately Played Into the Hands of Spain's Far Right
- [The Conversation Africa] It is estimated that more than 50,000 migrants crossed entered the small Spanish enclave of Ceuta in the course of a single day after the border effectively collapsed. Ceuta, an autonomous city, sits on Morocco's northern coast. The Spanish government has said almost all of the migrants have since returned to Morocco, and at least 57 have died.
Thousands Cross From Morocco Into Spain in New Migrant Crisis
- [Vanguard] Thousands of migrants crossed overnight from Morocco into Spain's north Africa's Ceuta enclave, a police source said on Friday, as Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez was set to arrive to manage the latest migrant crisis on the border.
Wafcon 2026 - Morocco Edge Algeria, Senegal Beat Kenya to Set Up Dramatic Group a Finale
- [Premium Times] Morocco claimed derby bragging rights with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Algeria, while Senegal returned to winning ways by edging Kenya by the same scoreline to keep qualification firmly within their grasp
Woodwork Curse, Tears in Rabat, and the Heartbreak of Seven Unconverted Shots
- [Capital FM] NAIROBI -- Football can be a deeply poetic game, but tonight at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat, it was simply cruel.
Beyond Symbolism - What Malawi Can Learn From Morocco's 'Trump Road' Strategy
- [Nyasa Times] When Morocco named a major highway linking Tiznit to Dakhla after United States President Donald Trump, many observers dismissed it as little more than a symbolic diplomatic gesture. But the decision reflects a much deeper strategy. Morocco was not simply honouring an American president; it was using symbolism to project a national vision.
Wafcon 2026 - Morocco, Algeria Seize Early Group a Advantage With Victories Over Kenya, Senegal
- [Premium Times] While Morocco thrilled a packed home crowd with a commanding 4-0 victory over Kenya, Algeria produced a composed display to overcome Senegal 2-0, setting up a mouth-watering clash between the North African rivals in their next group fixture
Medtech T2s Debuts On Casablanca Exchange After $120m IPO
- [Daba Finance] Moroccan medical technology company T2S Group Holding began trading on the Casablanca Stock Exchange on Monday after completing a MAD 1.1 billion ($120 million) initial public offering, marking the exchange's first listing of 2026 and one of its largest offerings in recent years.
Morocco Set Early Wafcon Standard With Emphatic Win Over Kenya
- [CAF] Morocco made an immediate statement at the TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations 2026 as the hosts swept aside Kenya 4-0 in their opening Group A match at the Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat on Sunday.
NCAA Threatens to Suspend Royal Air Maroc Over Alleged Poor Passenger Treatment
- [Leadership] The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has threatened to suspend the operations of Royal Air Maroc in Nigeria over alleged persistent violations of consumer protection regulations and poor treatment of passengers.
Somali Navy Chief Joins African Maritime Summit in Morocco
- [Shabelle] Rabat -- Somalia's Navy and Coastal Defence Force commander, General Abdihab Abdullahi Omar, has attended the Fourth African Maritime Forces Summit in Morocco's capital Rabat, alongside representatives from more than 40 African countries.
W'african Nations Approve $27bn Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline to Move 30bcm Annually
- [This Day] Abuja -- · Ekpo says project will unlock Nigeria's 215.19 Tcf gas reserves
West African Leaders Back $25b Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline
- [Daba Finance] West African leaders have endorsed the Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline, giving political backing to a $25 billion project designed to transport natural gas across West Africa and into Europe as the continent looks to strengthen energy security and expand regional integration.
Morocco, Spain, Portugal to Co-Host 2030 FIFA World Cup
- [Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Morocco, Spain and Portugal will jointly host the 2030 FIFA World Cup, in what FIFA has described as a landmark celebration of the tournament's centenary and a major milestone for global football.
Free Outspoken Moroccan Rap Star
- [HRW] Imprisoned, Charged for 'Insulting Royalty'
Ecowas Member States Endorse Nigeria-Morocco African Atlantic Gas Pipeline
- [This Day] The Summit of Heads of State and Government of the member countries of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on Sunday signed an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) in Freetown, Sierra Leone, governing the development of the Nigeria-Morocco African Atlantic Gas Pipeline (AAGP), a nearly 6,800 kilometers energy infrastructure that will transport natural gas from Nigeria to Morocco, before connecting to the European gas network.
France-Morocco Rapprochement Overshadowed By Fresh Pegasus Spying Claims
- [RFI] As France seeks to rebuild ties with Morocco after years of diplomatic tensions, a new investigation claims Moroccan intelligence targeted senior French officials with Israeli-made Pegasus spyware.
Banyana Banyana Set for Morocco Departure Ahead of Wafcon 2026
- [SAnews.gov.za] Banyana Banyana will depart for Morocco on Saturday as they step up preparations for the CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON 2026), where they will look to make their mark on the continental stage.
Ihezuo Believes Super Falcons Will Pick World Cup Ticket in Morocco
- [This Day] Former junior international striker, Chinwendu Ihezuo, has admitted that the 14th edition of the Women Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) finals taking place in Morocco between July 26 and August 16 will be much tougher than the last competition held in the same North African Kingdom a year ago.
T2S Group Launches $110m Casablanca IPO
- [Daba Finance] T2S Group Holding received approval from Morocco's capital markets regulator to launch its initial public offering on the Casablanca Stock Exchange, opening the country's 2026 IPO market with a deal worth up to 1.1 billion dirhams, or about $110 million.
Morocco's Ora Technologies Extends Series a to $10m
- [Daba Finance] Moroccan super app ORA Technologies raised an additional $2 million from local investors, extending its Series A funding round to $10 million as it expands its food delivery and digital payments business.
Moroccan Authorities Arrest Journalist Ali Lmrabet Over Alleged False Information
- [CPJ] New York -- Moroccan authorities must immediately and unconditionally release French-Moroccan freelance journalist Ali Lmrabet, who has faced decades of pressure over his critical reporting, the Committee to Protect Journalists said Tuesday.
CAF Brings Together Africa's Biggest Women's Football Stars for Second 'Stars Spotlight' Webinar Ahead of TotalEnergies CAF Wafcon Morocco 2026
- [CAF] With just over a week to go before the kick-off of the TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), Morocco 2026, the Confédération Africaine de Football ("CAF") will host the second edition of its exclusive 'Stars Spotlight' Webinar Series, bringing together some of the continent's biggest names in Women's Football.
France Ends Africa's World Cup Dream
- [CAF] Morocco's remarkable FIFA World Cup journey came to an end on Thursday evening after a hard-fought 2-0 quarter-final defeat to France in Boston, bringing the curtain down on Africa's participation at the global showpiece.
Morocco, France Kick Off Blockbuster Quarter-Final Battles
- [Premium Times] Morocco booked their place in the last eight with an impressive 3-0 victory over Canada, while France edged Paraguay 1-0 thanks to Kylian Mbappé's second-half penalty to maintain their perfect record
'We Have Our Own Local Identity' - Morocco's Jazzablanca Festival Founder
- [RFI] Casablanca - As the Jazzablanca festival celebrates its 19th edition, RFI spoke to its founder Moulay Ahmed Alami about how the event has evolved, its support for Moroccan artists and the wider cultural and economic impact on Casablanca.
'They Played Well'
- [RFI] Morocco's World Cup run came to an end on Thursday after a 2-0 quarter-final defeat to France in Boston, leaving supporters torn between disappointment and pride.
End of the Road for Morocco As Mbappe, Dembele Fire Les Bleus Into Semi Final
- [This Day] Africa's last team standing, Morocco, finally capitulated last night as France secured their third consecutive World Cup semi final ticket in Boston.
World Cup - Mbappe, Dembele End Morocco's Dream As France Reach Semi-Finals
- [Premium Times] Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé scored second-half goals to settle a tense quarter-final, bringing an end to Morocco's remarkable campaign in North America.
