Rabat Times

Solar Eclipse Draws Crowds Across Morocco as Casablanca Sees Nearly Ninety Percent Coverage

Millions of Moroccans and international visitors gathered along the country’s western coast to observe a rare solar eclipse, with Casablanca experiencing nearly ninety percent coverage shortly before sunset and local hospitality business...

Morocco Raises Growth Forecast to Five Percent Despite Drought and Import Dependency Concerns

Morocco’s economic planning authorities expect national growth to reach five percent, supported by an agricultural recovery and domestic consumption, while the Economic, Social and Environmental Council has warned that stronger strategic...

Morocco Emerges as Leading African Destination for Green Hydrogen and Clean Technology Investment

A United Nations investment report identifies Morocco, alongside Egypt and South Africa, as a leading African destination for foreign capital flowing into green hydrogen, logistics, and advanced manufacturing as investment shifts toward ...

Morocco and France Unveil Submarine Power Link to Connect Nador With Marseille

Morocco and France have announced the Pont de la Méditerranée project, a planned submarine electricity cable that would connect Nador with Marseille and allow Moroccan renewable power to reach the European grid.

Tangier Med Handles Record Moroccan Diaspora Traffic During Operation Marhaba

Tangier Med processed more than two point seven million arrivals during Operation Marhaba, underscoring the port’s role as a major Mediterranean gateway and the economic importance of the annual return of Moroccans living abroad.

Morocco’s Automotive Exports Exceed Ten Billion Dollars in First Half as Manufacturing Expands

Morocco’s automotive exports rose seventeen percent year on year in the first half, according to the Foreign Exchange Office, driven by strong international demand for vehicles assembled in the country and electrical wiring systems.

Moroccan Forces Deploy Aerial Water Bombers Against Forest Fires

Morocco’s armed forces and civil defence units have launched coordinated aerial firefighting operations in northern forest regions as severe summer heat fuels fires, placing additional pressure on emergency services during a period of he...

Morocco Strengthens Regional Security Dialogue as Middle East Shipping Disruptions Persist

Moroccan security and foreign affairs officials are discussing maritime navigation and regional stability as disruptions in the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz threaten global supply chains, with Rabat seeking to reinforce its role as a log...

Morocco Warns Youth Exclusion Remains a Challenge Despite Industrial Growth

Morocco’s High Commission for Planning says nearly twenty-nine percent of young adults are outside employment, education or training, prompting renewed calls for stronger digital literacy, vocational training and policies aimed at bringi...

Morocco Expands European Air Links as Low-Cost Carriers Add Regional Routes

The Moroccan National Tourism Office has secured expanded air connectivity agreements with European carriers including Ryanair, increasing direct flights to regional airports as Morocco seeks to spread tourism activity beyond its main hu...

OCP Restores Full Fertilizer Production After Global Sulfur Supply Disruptions

Moroccan phosphate producer OCP Group has restored maximum fertilizer production after addressing a global sulfur shortage worsened by maritime disruptions linked to conflicts in the Middle East, helping maintain supplies from one of the...

Morocco’s Tangier Med and Airports Handle Record Summer Return of Overseas Citizens

More than two point seven million Moroccans living abroad have crossed the country’s borders this summer under Operation Marhaba, with Tangier Med handling more than five hundred and twelve thousand sea arrivals as airports manage large ...

Morocco Accelerates Construction of Casablanca Desalination Plant to Secure Water Supplies

International engineering companies are advancing construction of a major desalination plant in Casablanca that is designed to become Africa’s largest, with an initial annual capacity of two hundred million cubic meters of fresh water pl...

Morocco Advances Green Hydrogen Project in Guelmim With €300 Million German Financing

Moroccan energy authorities are advancing a green hydrogen pilot project in the Guelmim region backed by three hundred million euros from Germany’s development bank, with a two hundred megawatt hybrid solar and wind facility planned to p...

Morocco’s Dakhla Desalination Plant Reaches 78% Completion Amid Water Shortages

The Dakhla seawater desalination facility has reached seventy-eight percent completion and is expected to produce one hundred and twelve thousand cubic meters of fresh water a day using wind power, supporting Morocco’s efforts to address...

Morocco Advances $1 Billion Expansion of Casablanca’s Mohammed V Airport

Moroccan transport authorities are accelerating plans for a one billion US dollar expansion of Mohammed V International Airport in Casablanca, with the project designed to increase passenger capacity and modernize air cargo infrastructur...

Morocco Expands Aerospace Manufacturing as Midparc Attracts Global Suppliers

The Midparc aerospace cluster near Nouaceur is continuing to attract international manufacturers as more complex engineering and electronic component production moves to Morocco, alongside the expansion of the country’s automotive indust...

Morocco’s Automotive Exports Reach 77 Billion Dirhams as Vehicle Industry Expands

Moroccan automotive exports reached a record seventy-seven billion dirhams in the first five months of the year, helping drive a five point eight percent rise in total exports and strengthening Morocco’s position as Africa’s leading vehi...

Morocco’s Economy Set to Grow 4.4% as Investment and World Cup Projects Accelerate

International financial institutions expect Morocco’s economy to expand four point four percent this year, its fastest pace in a decade, as corporate tax reforms, a new Investment Charter targeting five hundred and fifty billion dirhams ...

Morocco Faces Diplomatic Fallout With Spain After Major Migration Surge at Ceuta

Moroccan and Spanish authorities are managing the political fallout from an unprecedented migration surge at the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, highlighting the close dependence of European border controls on Morocco’s cooperation and adding ...

Proposed Moroccan Public University Fees Trigger Backlash From Students and Rights Groups

Government proposals to introduce new fees in Morocco’s public higher education system have drawn opposition from student unions, human rights organizations and political parties, which warn that additional costs could restrict access fo...

Morocco Faces Renewed Food Inflation Pressure as Poultry and Egg Prices Rise

Rising retail egg prices are adding to household food costs as consumer demand recovers, while prolonged drought continues to pressure livestock production and agricultural supply chains.

Morocco’s Coastal Rental Prices Surge as Summer Tourism Strains Northern Cities

Short-term residential rental prices in Martil and surrounding northern coastal municipalities have climbed sharply during the peak summer season as large numbers of Moroccan tourists and diaspora visitors put pressure on local accommoda...

Morocco to Host 2026 Futsal Africa Cup of Nations

The Confederation of African Football has awarded Morocco the right to host the 2026 Futsal Africa Cup of Nations in October, adding another major continental tournament to the country’s preparations for the 2030 FIFA World Cup.

Extreme Heat and Water Scarcity Intensify Across Morocco as Temperatures Near 47 Degrees

Morocco’s meteorological authorities have issued severe heat warnings for several regions, with temperatures forecast to reach 47 degrees Celsius as prolonged drought places further pressure on water supplies and agriculture.

Morocco’s Renewable Power Share Tops 25% Despite Continued Dependence on Coal

Morocco now generates more than a quarter of its electricity from domestic wind and solar projects, although rising overall energy demand has kept the country reliant on coal-fired power generation.

Morocco Shields Domestic Steel Industry Ahead of Major World Cup Infrastructure Demand

The Moroccan government is using tariffs, investment incentives and tighter certification requirements to protect local steel producers as construction demand is expected to rise sharply ahead of the 2030 FIFA World Cup.

Morocco Signs Cotonou Pact With Beninese Groups to Deepen Atlantic Africa Economic Ties

Moroccan civic and economic organizations have reached a broad cooperation agreement with counterparts in Benin, strengthening Rabat’s push for closer economic and maritime links along Africa’s Atlantic coast.

Ceuta Migration Crisis Deepens Diplomatic Friction Between Morocco, Spain and European Partners

The mass arrival of migrants from northern Morocco into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta has intensified tensions with Madrid and other European governments, with Italy suspending Schengen arrangements with Spain and renewed scrutiny of Moro...

U.S. Agency Backs $4.5 Billion Green Hydrogen Project in Morocco’s Western Sahara

The United States Trade and Development Agency has authorized preliminary funding for a $4.5 billion green hydrogen facility in Laayoune, marking the first direct U.S. financial backing for a private project in Morocco’s Sahara.

Water Security Becomes Central to Morocco's Industrial and Agricultural Investment Strategy

The rapid expansion of desalination capacity reflects the growing importance of reliable water supplies to Morocco's agriculture, industry and wider economic development as the country faces persistent drought pressure.

Morocco's National Infrastructure Push Positions Ports and Industry for Faster Africa-Europe Trade

The expansion of Tangier Med and the planned launch of Nador West Med are strengthening Morocco's ambition to connect European markets with African production and Atlantic trade through an increasingly integrated logistics network.

Morocco Tightens Rules on Foreign-Branded Youth Football Academies

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation has prohibited domestic youth academies from operating under the names of foreign clubs, requiring European teams to adjust their recruitment and development networks in Morocco.

Morocco Reshuffles Senior Police Leadership Across Thirteen Cities

The General Directorate of National Security appointed twenty new senior officials across key Moroccan cities as part of a restructuring intended to improve law enforcement and modernise regional security operations.

Morocco's Women Reach Africa Cup of Nations Semifinals After Beating South Africa

The Moroccan women's national football team advanced to the final four of the continental championship after defeating South Africa, strengthening the team's growing profile and generating strong domestic interest.

Morocco's Mining Sector Attracts New Investment as Aya Gold and Silver Acquires Three Projects

Canadian miner Aya Gold and Silver has acquired three additional mineral projects in Morocco, expanding its local portfolio as international investors seek opportunities in the country's critical minerals sector.

Morocco Expands Automotive Shift Toward Electric and Hybrid Vehicles

Rising petrol and diesel costs are encouraging Moroccan consumers to consider electric and hybrid vehicles, while domestic manufacturers and international automakers expand production to meet growing demand for lower-emission transport.

Akdital Sells Fifteen Percent Stake to Arab Invest to Fund African Healthcare Expansion

Morocco's leading private hospital operator has sold a fifteen percent stake in its international holding company to Arab Invest, providing capital for new medical clinics and healthcare infrastructure across Africa.

Tangier Airport Begins Major Expansion to Meet Rising Tourism and Industrial Demand

Authorities are upgrading Tangier Ibn Battouta Airport's terminal and aviation infrastructure to accommodate growing European tourism while supporting the northern region's expanding logistics and manufacturing activity.

Moroccan Remittances From Spain Exceed One Point Five Billion Euros

Money transfers from Moroccans living in Spain have surpassed one point five billion euros, highlighting the continuing importance of diaspora income to Morocco's foreign-exchange position and domestic consumption.

Morocco's Diaspora Investment Campaign Seeks to Channel More Capital Into Domestic Businesses

Moroccan investment authorities have launched a four-day campaign targeting the country's diaspora, using the new Investment Charter to encourage international capital from Moroccan communities abroad to flow into small and medium-sized ...

Nador West Med Port Nears Commercial Launch as Morocco Expands Mediterranean Logistics Capacity

Moroccan port authorities are preparing the Nador West Med complex for the start of commercial maritime operations, adding major deepwater capacity intended to strengthen energy security and compete with established Mediterranean transsh...

OCP Expands Desalination Capacity to Protect Morocco's Phosphate Industry From Water Stress

State-owned phosphate producer OCP is accelerating water infrastructure projects aimed at producing more than four hundred and ten million cubic metres of desalinated water each year, reducing the company's reliance on strained freshwate...