The dirham continues to lose ground against the euro. In four weeks, the dirham equivalent of €1,000 has risen by 169 dirhams, based on Bank Al-Maghrib’s reference rates.
The EBRD raises its growth forecast for Morocco in 2026 to 4.8%, while the economy of the southern and eastern Mediterranean is expected to contract by 0.7%. A recovery in agriculture, tourism and remittances from Moroccans living abroad offset the slowdown in industry and construction.
Originally from the Doukkala region, Fouzia Addal earned her engineering degree in Morocco before continuing her studies in Dijon. Today, she works for a French agricultural robotics company, where she is the only electronics specialist.
MoroccoLong-term singlehood is becoming more common in Morocco. In 2024, 12.4% of women reached the age of 50 without having married, a proportion that has risen sharply since the previous census.
SpainIn Spain, a young person without a work permit cannot freely choose their job. They often depend on an intermediary, accept endless working days and can barely protest. The accounts of Moroccan workers reveal the other side of the dream sold before departure.
BelgiumMoroccans applying for a long-stay visa for Belgium must now pay 250 euros, compared with 180 euros previously. The increase applies to all applications submitted since 1 July 2026.
MoroccoMoroccan imports of aircraft and other airborne or spacecraft vehicles more than doubled in the first half of 2026. Their value reached nearly four billion dirhams.
SpainThe migration crisis in Sebta has triggered a new diplomatic clash between Madrid and Tel Aviv. Israel’s ambassador to the UN attacked Spain over its presence in Sebta and Melilla, prompting a response from a Spanish minister.
MoroccoMorocco’s purchases of foreign olive oil collapsed in the first half of 2026. This spectacular drop coincides with the return of a record national harvest, driven by improved climate conditions and water resources.
FranceRoyal Air Maroc ranks among the most punctual airlines departing from France this summer . Its rate of delayed flights stands at 18.30%, compared with 42.68% for Air Algérie.
SpainHundreds of MREs and travelers from Operation Marhaba found themselves blocked after the closure of the Beni Enzar crossing. The measure was taken following several simultaneous entry attempts into the city of Melilla.
WorldA Moroccan woman was claiming a Dutch allowance after the death of her husband, who had been living in Morocco for nearly thirty years. The courts upheld the refusal: receiving money or healthcare from the Netherlands does not mean remaining insured in the country.
MoroccoThousands of young people crossed or attempted to cross the Ceuta border. Those who succeeded did not discover the Spain of the videos: many slept outside, searched for food or returned to sea towards Morocco. Papers do not come with crossing.