Morocco launches new biometric passport

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Morocco has officially adopted a decree introducing a new generation of biometric passport. The document brings stronger anti-fraud security, a redesigned look inspired by Moroccan identity, and a smooth transition for current passport holders.

MRE children cultural stay Kénitra 2026

MRE children taking part in a cultural workshop at the Kénitra socio-cultural centre

The Hassan II Foundation for Moroccans Living Abroad is hosting 960 children of the Moroccan diaspora in Kénitra this summer. The 27th edition of its flagship Cultural Stay program runs in four sessions and notably includes 43 Palestinian children covered at no cost to their families.

Moroccan youth shift from French to English

Moroccan youth studying English on campus, reflecting Morocco's growing language shift

A quiet but accelerating language shift is underway in Morocco. Younger Moroccans are turning to English over French in universities, online spaces, and the job market, a trend that is also creating new divides with Moroccan diaspora communities abroad.

Tar banned in Moroccan food pottery

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Morocco has officially banned tar from clay cookware and food pottery after laboratory analyses revealed dangerous concentrations of arsenic, cobalt, and aluminum. The craft authority is now pushing awareness campaigns to help artisans abandon a practice that poses a direct health risk to consumers.

Moroccan nationals lead Spain citizenship surge

Moroccan nationals receiving Spanish citizenship documents at a naturalization ceremony in Spain

Spain granted nearly 300,000 foreign nationals Spanish citizenship in a single year, a historic high, and Moroccan nationals claimed the top spot. The data from Spain’s national statistics institute reveals a sharp 18.7% annual rise and sheds new light on the composition of the country’s growing immigrant population.

Royal Mansour Academy Opens 2026 Enrollment

Royal Mansour Academy hospitality training program launch in Rabat Morocco

Royal Mansour Academy is now opened in Rabat  and enrollment for the 2026–2027, academic year is available till September 2026. The Royal Mansour Group has launched this new school to train the next generation of luxury hospitality professionals in Morocco. Royal Mansour Academy: Built for Real Hospitality Careers This is not a traditional classroom program. … Read more

A 5,000 MAD Prize Pool to Reach 100K Facebook Followers!

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To reach 100K subscribers, we’re pulling out all the stops and inviting you to take advantage of this opportunity! 100K Facebook followers To celebrate our journey to 100K Facebook followers, we’re going all out! MAwebzine has always been about bringing you the latest news, insights, and stories that matter. Now, we want to thank YOU—our … Read more

The Painful Serenade – Singing “I Love You Baby”

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There’s nothing more awkward—or soul-crushing—than delivering a grand romantic gesture, only to realize your timing is disastrously off. Imagine standing under her window, guitar in hand, pouring your heart into “I Love You Baby,” only to see her walking away—wrapped in someone else’s arms. The curtain has already closed, and you’re stuck singing to an … Read more

Critical risks of Eid al-Adha Sacrifice in Morocco: A must-read for 2025

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As Morocco approaches Eid al-Adha in June 2025, a significant shift in tradition is underway. For the first time in nearly three decades, King Mohammed VI has called upon citizens to forgo the customary sheep sacrifice due to a severe livestock shortage and escalating economic hardships. This unprecedented decision has sparked widespread discussions about the … Read more