Le Maroc a lancé un appel d'offres pour la gestion du plus grand chantier naval d'Afrique, situé à Casablanca, sous une concession de 30 ans. Cette installation, dont la construction a coûté 300 millions de dollars, représente un enjeu majeur pour le pays. L'Agence Nationale des Ports (ANP) a ouvert cet appel d'offres cette semaine, invitant les opérateurs expérimentés dans le domaine des chantiers navals à soumettre leurs
Amid political shifts in the United States with the Republicans back in power, growing calls are emerging for a reassessment of U.S. policy on the Western Sahara conflict. Pressure is mounting to bolster Morocco’s position, with bold demands to reconsider the Polisario Front’s legitimacy and to terminate the UN’s MINURSO mission.
Morocco has launched a tender for companies to operate Africa’s largest shipyard under a 30-year concession. The facility, located in Casablanca, was built at a cost of $300 million. The National Ports Agency (ANP) opened the tender this week, inviting experienced shipyard operators to bid on the development, equipment, and operation of the site, Abdellatif Lhouaoui, ANP’s communications director, told Bloomberg on Friday. According to Lhouaoui, the goal is to «capture some
The cyberattack targeting the National Social Security Fund’s (CNSS) database has raised serious concerns about the protection of personal data belonging to its affiliates. Speaking to Le360, Imad Elbaraka, president of the Deloitte Morocco Cyber Center, and Ali Moutaïb, an expert in economic intelligence, stressed the institution’s obligation to remain vigilant, noting that the incident could expose it to «civil, administrative, or even criminal sanctions». The
Alejandro Dominguez, the president of South American football’s ruling body CONMEBOL, has called for the temporary expansion of the 2030 Men's World Cup to include 64 teams. In a press conference on Thursday, he said, «We are convinced that the centennial celebration will be unique because 100 years are celebrated only once». He added, as reported by the New York Times, «That is why we are proposing, for the first time, to hold this anniversary with 64 teams, on three
Revolut, the British neobank giant, is preparing to enter the Moroccan market. The news was confirmed to Yabiladi by a candidate for a top executive position at Revolut in Morocco. With a fully digital offering and innovative services, Revolut’s presence in Morocco will mark a first of its kind in the country’s banking system, requiring a banking license to operate in accordance with local banking regulations. «Revolut does not expect to receive a full banking license
French Minister of Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noël Barrot, is set to meet with his Moroccan counterpart, Nasser Bourita, on April 14 in Paris. Last week, Barrot had already mentioned this upcoming meeting with Bourita to MPs, although he did not specify the date. The meeting was confirmed by French authorities during a press conference yesterday, Thursday. This encounter is part of the new Franco-Moroccan partnership, officially relaunched in October 2024 after several months of diplomatic
«Morocco, Sentimental Atlas» is the new exhibition by Italian photographer Nicola Fioravanti, showcasing his collection dedicated to the kingdom from April 16 to May 22 at the Letizia Battaglia International Photography Center in the Cantieri Culturali alla Zisa in Palermo, Sicily. Supported by the Moroccan Consulate General, the event, organized by art historian Daniela Brignone, the I-design Association, and Contemporary Concept, offers an opportunity to explore a selection of 40
On Thursday, a Temara court sentenced the woman who slapped a Caïd (an administrative officer) to two years in prison. The incident occurred on March 19, 2025. The court also sentenced her husband to one year in prison, while her brother-in-law and a fourth defendant each received a six-month sentence. The incident stemmed from the defendants' attempt to retrieve goods seized by the authorities. The situation escalated when the Caïd refused to return the goods, prompting the main
A passionate traveler, a member of the French navy, a reporter, and an illustrator, Pierre Loti documented his journeys across Europe, America, Asia, and Africa. Immersed in his adventures and missions, he was profoundly marked by his trip to Morocco, to which he dedicated an extensive work. This emotional connection shaped his relationship with the Arab-Muslim world.