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Morocco Arrests 294 Migrants Near Ceuta as Authorities Brace for New Mass Crossing Attempt Moroccan security forces arrested 294 migrants near the border with Spain's Ceuta enclave on Saturday, mostly from sub-Saharan Africa, after social media posts called for a new mass border crossing attempt, just two weeks after one of the largest migration surges in European history overwhelmed the tiny Spanish territory. Migrants wait to enter a short-stay centre CETI at Trampolin beach in Spain's Ceuta enclave in Morocco on August 15, 2026. What Happened Saturday Moroccan authorities intercepted scores of would-be migrants hiding in forests near Fnideq, the Moroccan city directly opposite Ceuta, in what an official described as "a routine operation aimed at preventing attempted irregular migration." Moroccan state broadcaster Medi 1 TV reported 294 migrants from sub-Saharan Africa were arrested alongside 61 Moroccan nationals accused of facilitating the migration attempts. M...

  The TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 has reached its critical juncture as the tournament narrows down to the semi-finals. This year, the competition boasts not just elite teams, but also five remarkable individuals who have previously earned the prestigious African Player of the Year accolade. Their presence on the field promises to add excitement and intensity to the matches, highlighting their significant roles within their respective national teams. Key Players to Watch 1. Victor Osimhen – Nigeria As Nigeria pushes towards another continental title, Victor Osimhen has been a standout player, contributing significantly with four goals and two assists in the tournament. His speed and physical presence have made him one of the leading scorers, commanding defenses and providing the Super Eagles with a formidable attacking option. 2. Ademola Lookman – Nigeria Another key figure for Nigeria, Ademola Lookman has added creativity to the squad, scoring three goa...

  The Yves Saint Laurent Museum in Marrakech, Morocco currently features two captivating exhibitions that pay homage to the allure of cacti and floral designs. With an impressive display of over 1,700 cactus species, visitors are treated to a mesmerizing showcase that highlights the extraordinary diversity of these plants through a variety of artistic mediums. Yves Saint Laurent's profound connection to nature has always been evident in his fashion designs. Beyond presenting the brand's iconic clothing pieces, the exhibitions also incorporate artworks from different eras, establishing a connection between artists spanning generations. Co-curated by Marc Jeanson, a botanist at the National Museum of Natural History in Paris, the "CACTUS" exhibition spans works from the 18th century to contemporary European and Moroccan artists. Integrating elements from natural history cabinets, herbarium presentations, and architectural and cactus-inspired forms, the exhibition delves...

  Morocco is set to host the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2025, marking its second time as the host country, the first being in 1988. Originally planned for June and July, the dates for the 2025 AFCON are now uncertain due to a possible clash with the FIFA Club World Cup scheduled to take place in the United States during the same period. The tournament will span across six cities in Morocco: Tangier, Rabat, Casablanca, Agadir, Marrakesh, and Fez. These locations are currently undergoing capacity expansions in preparation for the event and also in anticipation of Morocco co-hosting the 2030 World Cup alongside Portugal and Spain. As of February 2024, Morocco has secured its place in the 2025 AFCON as the host nation. The qualification process for the remaining 23 teams is slated to commence later in 2024, concluding in November of the same year. Teams with lower rankings will engage in a preliminary round before the main group stage kicks off in September. Egypt stands as the m...

 On Monday, the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will determine if they want to continue organizing their annual meetings in Morocco , which was recently the site of a significant earthquake. Kristalina Georgieva, the IMF's managing director, said in an interview with Reuters. The meetings were supposed to take place in Morocco, but after a major earthquake that killed over 2,900 people in the High Atlas Mountains, they are considering changing the plan. The meetings was supposed to take place in Marrakech, a well-known tourist destination in Morocco, which is just 45 miles (72 km) from the epicenter of the earthquake. The historic Medina of Marrakech suffered major damage as a result of the earthquake. The meetings with the IMF and World Bank, which could have 10,000–15,000 attendees, are still not planned, but Moroccan leaders really want them to take place. Georgieva claimed that Morocco is firmly committed to conducting the meetings, despite the difficulties...

Morocco announced a plan to help those harmed by a major earthquake that occurred a week ago. The Al-Haouz area, which is close to Marrakesh, a popular destination for tourists, was struck by the greatest earthquake to ever occur in Morocco. Sadly, it resulted in over 5,600 injuries and almost 3000 deaths. Mohamed VI, the King of Morocco , declared that the people who lost their homes would be given temporary shelter. These locations will be well-constructed and fully stocked with everything consumers require. Additionally, the government will provide emergency relief to impacted homes in the amount of around $3,000. The plan's goal is to assist around 50,000 homes that were either entirely or partially destroyed by the earthquake, and this is just the first step in that process. How many people were forced to leave their homes as a result of the earthquake is unknown. Whole towns were destroyed as a result of the earthquake that struck Morocco's Atlas Mountains. The royal gove...

 More than 48 hours have passed since an earthquake that shaken Morocco, causing widespread destruction. Over 2,100 people were killed and 2,421 were injured in the earthquake. Moroccan rescuers are working eagerly to discover survivors and provide aid to people whose homes have been ruined with help from countries like as Spain, the United Kingdom, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. In a coordinated effort, international teams have joined Moroccan rescuers. Spain sent 86 brave people as well as professionally trained dogs for search and rescue. The international community, especially France, the United States, and Israel, has shown its support. The devastation is particularly severe in the region of Al-Haouz , just south of Marrakech. Rescue teams, volunteers, and forces are working around the clock to locate survivors. Temporary tent shelters are being built up to house those who have been displaced by the earthquake. The earlier lively community of Tikht is now in ruins, and ...

  King Mohammed VI   has sent a written message to the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. The message concerns ways of strengthening and developing bilateral relations between the two sisterly countries, reports the Qatari news agency QNA. Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani, Deputy Emir of the State of Qatar, received the royal message on behalf of Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, during a meeting on Monday at the Princely Cabinet with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nasser Bourita, and the Minister in charge of the Budget, Fouzi Lekjaa. During the meeting, Mr Bourita conveyed the King’s greetings to his brothers Sheikh Tamim and Sheikh Abdullah, and wished their Highnesses good health and well-being, as well as the development and progress of the Qatari people. For his part, the Deputy Emir conveyed to Bourita the greetings of the Emir of Qatar and his own greetings to King Mohammed VI, as well as his wishes for good health and happiness for the Soverei...

  The Moroccans, ranked 72nd, scored thanks to a toepoke from Anissa Lahmari after a penalty was saved at the end of the first half, but their passage was only assured after South Korea held two-time champions Germany to a 1-1 draw in the other Group H match. Colombia topped the group with six points, ahead of runners-up Morocco on goal difference, while Germany and South Korea bowed out of the tournament. Morocco, who were thrashed 6-0 by Germany in their opening game before beating South Korea 1-0, meet France in Adelaide and Colombia play Jamaica in Melbourne on Tuesday. Both teams created chances in the first half, but it was not until stoppage time, when Colombia's Daniela Arias clumsily fouled striker Ibtissam Jraidi in the penalty area, that Morocco had a real chance. Las Cafeteras goalkeeper Catalina Perez dived to her left to save Ghizlane Chebbak's penalty kick, but midfielder Lahmari pushed the ball into the back of the net in the ensuing melee. After the break, Colo...