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Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Morocco has officially begun the holy month of Ramadan, with Thursday 19 February 2026 declared the first day of fasting.

Morocco Announces Start of Ramadan on 19 February

7NewsM - February 18, 2026

The European Commission is planning to let some travellers apply for a Schengen visa that could last up to 10 years, instead of the current five-year limit.

Frequent visitors could qualify for 10-Year schengen visa

7NewsM - February 18, 2026

Morocco has launched a new programme to expand card and mobile payments in the tourism sector, after a record year for visitor numbers.

Morocco launches ‘Cashless Pay’ plan after record tourism year

7NewsM - February 18, 2026

Morocco will host eight national teams later this month as part of a week of international friendlies during the March 2026 FIFA break.

Morocco to host eight-team tournament during March FIFA break

7NewsM - February 18, 2026

Moroccan striker Abderrazak Hamdallah scored six goals and set up another as Al-Shabab thrashed Al-Tadamon 13-0

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Hamdallah scores six as Al-Shabab win 13-0

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A member of the executive committee of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has said “a great injustice” was done to Morocco

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CAF official admits rules “not respected” in Morocco v Senegal final

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The luxury hotel The View Agadir has announced a special programme for Ramadan, offering guests a calm and welcoming place to spend the holy month.

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The View Agadir announces Ramadan iftar and Eid brunch

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Morocco will lead the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva until 13 March. Its ambassador to the United Nations

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Morocco faces challenge of reviving stalled disarmament talks

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Muslims in France are starting Ramadan on different days after two major religious groups gave different dates.

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France Muslims split over start of Ramadan

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The Premier League and the English Football League will again pause matches during Ramadan so Muslim players can break their fast

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Premier League to pause matches for Ramadan fasting

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Olympique de Marseille have said Morocco’s Mehdi Benatia will stay on as sporting director until the end of the season

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Olympique de Marseille keeps Benatia in charge

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Morocco saw a strong rise in mobile internet speeds in 2025, with average download speeds reaching 124.32 megabits per second

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Morocco leads North Africa in mobile internet speeds in 2025

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The figures point to strong and steady backing for the Morocco national team from supporters living overseas.

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Morocco friendlies sell thousands of tickets in hours

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The 19th Jazzablanca festival will take place from 2 to 11 July in Casablanca, with a bigger line-up and a new set-up.

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Jazzablanca to stage 50 artists over 10 days in July

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Omnidoc, a private healthcare company in Morocco, says it can reach patients in an average of 15 minutes

Omnidoc Santé says it can reach patients in 15 minutes

Morocco 7NewsM - February 17, 2026

Bryan Adams will perform on 5 May at Théâtre Mohammed V in Rabat and on 6 May at Palais des Arts et de la Culture in Tangier

Bryan Adams to play acoustic shows in Rabat and Tangier

Culture 7NewsM - February 17, 2026

Sardine prices in Morocco have fallen after the end of a seasonal fishing ban, but they remain high for many families as Ramadan approaches.

Ramadan 2026: Morocco sardine prices fall after fishing ban ends but still high

Finance & Business 7NewsM - February 17, 2026

The future of Volkswagen’s factory in South Africa is uncertain, with 2026 expected to be a key year for the German carmaker’s plans.

South Africa jobs on the line as Volkswagen eyes Morocco

Finance & Business 7NewsM - February 17, 2026

Morocco’s road safety agency has signed a deal with delivery app Glovo to make motorcycle deliveries safer

Morocco signs deal with Glovo to cut rising motorcycle deaths

Morocco 7NewsM - February 17, 2026

Morocco has launched a public call for companies to explore and develop 361 mining areas in the south-east of the country.

Morocco opens large mining area in south-east to private firms

Morocco 7NewsM - February 17, 2026

BANK OF AFRICA has launched a new prize to support projects and research focused on sustainability and positive social impact.

BANK OF AFRICA launches new sustainability prize

Finance & Business 7NewsM - February 17, 2026

The Kenzi Hotels Group has announced a series of Ramadan ftour offers at its hotels in Casablanca, Marrakech and Tangier

Ramadan 2026: Kenzi Hotels offers ftour deals across Morocco

Culture 7NewsM - February 17, 2026

The Green Energy Park Morocco–Côte d’Ivoire (GEP-MCI) has opened in Yamoussoukro, in a new step in cooperation

Morocco, Cote d’Ivoire open solar energy research hub

News 7NewsM - February 16, 2026