
A new football stadium in Agadir
The Agadir municipal council has approved the creation of a new 15,000-seat stadium in Tikiouine. This 300 million dirham project aims to strengthen the city’s infrastructure in preparation for the 2030 World Cup.
Jalil Laaboudi

The Agadir municipal council has approved the creation of a new 15,000-seat stadium in Tikiouine. This 300 million dirham project aims to strengthen the city’s infrastructure in preparation for the 2030 World Cup.

Mohammed V, celebrated as the "father of the nation", led Morocco to independence in 1956. His reign restored the sovereignty of the Kingdom and embarked the country on a profound modernization after years of forced exile.

During this Ramadan, fish prices have seen a marked increase in Morocco , particularly for sardines. Between irregular supplies and increased demand, the instability of prices on the markets complicates the daily lives of families and merchants.

The Taza Court of Appeal sentenced a man to 15 years in prison for the savage assault on his ex-wife, Imane. This verdict closes a case that has shaken Morocco and reignited the debate on violence against women .

The floods in Morocco have devastated citrus plantations in the Gharb and Loukkos regions. Between root asphyxiation and tree losses, producers are warning of a drop in production that will have a lasting impact on exports and the local market.

Morocco has been selected among its five must-see destinations for spring 2026 . Between imperial cities and Saharan dunes, the country offers a cultural and natural immersion ideal for a "zero hassle" getaway.

Oil distributors are preparing to raise pump prices on March 15, potentially bringing diesel to 13 dirhams. This price shock revives tensions over direct aid to transporters, while the reform of indexation remains pending.

Madrid, Barcelona and Casablanca are competing to host the 2030 World Cup final. The president of the Spanish federation, Rafael Louzán, admitted that the choice of stadium remains uncertain in the face of Moroccan ambition.

FC Barcelona is closely following Moroccan winger Gessime Yassine , the revelation of the last U20 World Cup. Although no official offer has been made, the player’s agent confirms the growing interest of the Catalan club for the young talent from Strasbourg.

A 38-year-old Moroccan was sentenced to twenty months in prison for harassment and violence against his ex-partner in Narbonne. The defendant, considered unstable during the hearing, admitted to using massive insults while denying the physical assaults.

The French Council of the Muslim Faith announced that Friday, March 20, 2026 will mark the celebration of Eid Al Fitr. This date, marking the end of the month of Ramadan 1447 H, is based on precise astronomical data.

The Moroccan craft sector achieved a historic performance in 2025 with exports exceeding 1.23 billion dirhams, up 11%. This momentum is driven by the carpet segment and the national tourism recovery.