According to the Africascope Maghreb 2024 study by Kantar, Moroccans spend an average of 5 hours and 53 minutes per day consuming media—a figure that has remained stable compared to the previous year. The internet has now become the most frequently accessed medium on a daily basis, with 91% of the population going online each day—an increase of 8 percentage points from 2023. Social media dominates online activity, with Facebook (84%), WhatsApp (70%), and Instagram (60%) leading the
The European Commission unveiled a new list of so-called «safe countries» regarding migration on Wednesday, which includes seven countries: Morocco, Kosovo, Bangladesh, Colombia, Egypt, India, and Tunisia. This classification aims to reduce the chances of granting asylum to citizens of these countries by expediting the processing of their applications, on the assumption that they generally do not meet the criteria required for refugee status, thereby facilitating their
In his speech delivered on April 14 before the members of the Security Council, as reviewed by Yabiladi, Staffan de Mistura refrained from reiterating his proposal from October 16, 2024, which aimed to divide Western Sahara. This offer had been categorically rejected by Morocco. However, the UN diplomat remains convinced that Morocco needs to further elaborate on its plan to resolve the conflict, which was presented to the United Nations in 2007. «The self-governance must be 'serious.'
Visa is strengthening its commitment to innovation in Africa by announcing strategic investments in Moroccan fintech company PayTic and Tunisian startup Konnect. Both companies were part of the third cohort of the Visa Africa Fintech Accelerator, a 12-week program designed to support the growth of African fintechs through mentorship, training, and funding opportunities. Founded in Morocco, PayTic develops solutions that streamline back-office operations and improve risk management in digital
Visa Inc., the global leader in digital payments, and Chari, a Moroccan fintech licensed as a payment institution, have announced a strategic seven-year partnership aimed at accelerating digital transformation and expanding access to financial services in Morocco. This alliance will enable Visa to strengthen its presence in Morocco’s fintech ecosystem by leveraging Chari's local expertise and innovative solutions. Together, the two companies aim to grow their customer base, unlock new
Nicholas Cupac, a 54-year-old British camera grip working on the final Indiana Jones film, was found dead in his hotel room in Fes, Morocco, on October 31, 2021. An inquest has now confirmed that he died of ischaemic heart disease, a condition that develops over time due to restricted blood flow to the heart, The Daily Mail reported Tuesday. Cupac was one of 100 crew members in Morocco filming Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, the fifth and final installment in the iconic adventure
The mutual recognition and conversion of driving licenses between Morocco and Italy will officially enter into force on June 3, 2025, the Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport announced Tuesday, April 15, on its official website. In a statement, the Ministry confirmed that it has finalized the necessary procedures for the implementation of the agreement. Signed in March 2024 by Matteo Salvini and Moroccan Ambassador Youssef Balla, the deal facilitates the conversion of driving
Moroccan national team coach Walid Regragui appeared on the Spanish program El Chiringuito on Tuesday, where he spoke about his experience with the Moroccan squad and addressed the case of Lamine Yamal, the Barcelona star who ultimately chose to represent Spain over Morocco. During the interview, Regragui explained the reasons behind the young star’s decision, despite Morocco’s efforts to convince him to join the «Atlas Lions». «Lamine Yamal is an exceptional
On Tuesday, April 15, Algerian authorities released a new group of young Moroccans who were candidates for irregular migration. This group, consisting of 23 young men, was freed after being detained for more than six weeks, according to the Moroccan Association for Assisting Migrants in Difficult Situations. This organization is dedicated to supporting Moroccan prisoners, detainees, and missing migrants. The handover took place at the Zouj Beghal border center and included several Moroccans
Moroccan international star Achraf Hakimi continues to shine for Paris Saint-Germain, playing a decisive role in his team's qualification for the semifinals of the 2025 UEFA Champions League at the expense of English side Aston Villa. Hakimi opened the scoring early in the 11th minute, followed by a second goal from teammate Nuno Mendes in the 27th. Aston Villa responded with a goal from Youri Tielemans in the 34th minute. The English club maintained pressure in the second half, netting twice
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