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Africa
Morocco, France sign historic partnership deal
Rabat, Oct 28, 2024 (NAN) The Kingdom of Morocco and the French Republic on Monday signed a landmark “Reinforced Exceptional Partnership” declaration to significantly bolster bilateral relations. The two countries signed the agreement during a 3-day official visit to Morocco by the French President Emmanuel Macron. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that while Macron signed for France, Morocco’s…
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Business
BLS International Implements Robust Measures to Ensure Fair and Transparent Visa Appointment Process in Morocco
BLS International, a trusted global tech-enabled services partner for governments and citizens and a global leader in visa processing and consular services, today announced comprehensive measures to address the ongoing challenges in the visa appointment booking process for Moroccan citizens applying for Spanish visas. The recent demand from Moroccan citizens for an appointment slot for a Spanish visa and the…
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Western Union Launches First Concept Store in Morocco
Western Union opens first concept store in Morocco in collaboration with Cash Plus The store builds on Western Union’s global ‘Evolve 2025’ strategy to offer customers dedicated locations and experiences for money movement Western Union today launched its first “concept store” in Morocco, in collaboration with Cash Plus. Located in the satellite city of Errahma, the store offers a unique,…
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General News
London-Lagos journey: I was lonely, now I’m thankful, says Nubi
Pelumi Nubi, a travel content creator who successfully went on a solo trip from London to Lagos by road, says the journey was lonely. She said this in an interview with newsmen at the Nigeria-Seme Border on her arrival in the country. NAN reports that her road manifest from the UK took her through France and Spain into Africa…
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foreign
British national among 7 aid workers killed in Gaza air strike
A British national was among the seven aid workers killed in an Israeli air strike in Gaza, the World Central Kitchen (WCK) charity has said. Seven aid workers from the United Kingdom, Australia, and Poland, dual citizens of the U.S., Canada, and Palestine, were killed while travelling in a non-conflict zone. WCK said this in a statement made available to…
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Sports
Int’l friendly: Coach George takes positives from Super Eagles’ defeat
Super Eagles interim coach Finidi George has reserved special praise for his team despite losing to their Malian counterparts in an international friendly on Tuesday in Marrakech, Morocco. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Super Eagles were given a reality check by Mali’s Les Aigles as they succumbed to a 2-0 defeat in a friendly game played…
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Sports
Super Eagles: We’re focused on World Cup qualifying campaign – Omeruo
Defender Kenneth Omeruo has assured that the Super Eagles’ players are determined to give their all for maximum points when the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers resume in June. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Super Eagles’ contingent for the friendly matches against Ghana and Mali in Marrakech departed Morocco on Wednesday, with most of the players…
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Int’l Friendly: Super Eagles hand Ghana’s Black Stars 2-1 defeat in Marrakech
The Super Eagles handed the Black Stars of Ghana a 2-1 defeat in an international friendly in Marrakech, Morocco. Goals by Cyriel Dessers and Ademola Lookman put smiles on the faces of Coach Finidi George as Nigeria bumped Ghana in a pulsating encounter. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that it was George’s first stint as helmsman of the…
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Business
Arrakis Lighting and Huda Lighting’s Joint Venture: Arrakis Huda Lighting
With over two decades of experience, Huda Lighting continues to be the trusted lighting solution provider for the Middle East and North African markets, offering a high level of lighting expertise that supports the region’s projects with the most suitable products and services for any type of market segment including hospitality, retail, commercial, residential or industrial. Over the years, Huda…
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Sports
Morocco Makes History as First Team to Arrive in Cote d’Ivoire for AFCON 2023
ABIDJAN – Morocco’s national football team, the Atlas Lions, has etched its name in history by becoming the first team, aside from the host nation, to arrive in Cote d’Ivoire for the 2023 CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The team’s arrival at Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport in Abidjan on Sunday was met with a warm reception and marked a…
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Africa
Managem rejects categorically false allegations regarding the Bou-Azzer mine
Casablanca, Morocco — As a committed operator to responsible mining, Managem Group rejects categorically the allegations in the German newspaper Süddeutsche Zeitung regarding its operations at the Bou-Azzer mine. These allegations have no basis in fact and Managem vigorously counters them with the following facts: Miners’ health: The health of employees, including subcontractors, is closely monitored in line with usual…
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Marrakech to host 2023 Africa Investment Forum Market Days Event from 8th to 10th of November
Abidjan/Marrakech, Morocco — The highly anticipated Market Days Event of the Africa Investment Forum (AIF) is set to take place in Marrakech, Morocco from November 8–10. Bringing together Heads-of-State, decision makers, multinationals and investors, the upcoming three-day event under the theme “Unlocking Africa’s Value Chains,” will be the continent’s foremost business gathering. The Africa Investment Forum is a dynamic, multi-stakeholder…
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Africa
Forbes And Aviram Foundation Select Five Entrepreneurs As Finalists To Compete For $500,000 Grand Prize At 2023 Aviram Awards Competition In Morocco, With Headline Speaker President Bill Clinton
MARRAKECH, Morocco — Five trailblazing entrepreneurs from across North Africa and the Middle East have been selected as finalists for the 2023 Aviram Awards competition hosted by the Aviram Foundation and Forbes in Marrakech on May 16th, 2023. President Bill Clinton will also join the event as a headline speaker. Each year the Aviram Awards aims to identify, mentor and support ventures in…
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Africa
The Aerospace African Forum brings together decision makers and major players in the aerospace industry to discuss “Sustainable Mobilities”.
Casablanca, Morocco — The Moroccan city of Casablanca hosted today the first edition of the Aerospace African Forum, the first major platform for decision-makers from Africa, of the world of aeronautics, defense, and sustainable mobility. Held under the theme “Sustainable Mobilities”, the reference event brings together key decision-makers and major players from all aerospace-related sectors to debate and shed light…
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Africa
Qatar 2022: Lagos fans back Morocco to beat France
Some football fans in Surulere, Lagos have extolled the exploits of the Atlas Lions of Morocco for reaching the semi-final and have backed them to defeat France. Morocco who defeated Portugal, 1-0 to book a place in the semifinal, also made history as the first African country to reach that level in history of the world cup. The atlas Lions…
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Africa
Forbes And The Aviram Family Foundation Announce Return Of 2023 Aviram Awards – Tech for Humanity Competition With $500,000 Grand Prize
TEL AVIV, Israel & MARRAKESH, Morocco — Forbes, in partnership with the Aviram Family Foundation, announce the second annual Aviram Awards – Tech for Humanity, hosted in Morocco in 2023. The competition provides a springboard for the entrepreneurs of the future to make their ideas a reality. To do this, the Aviram Family Foundation is granting a $500,000 USD prize and…
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Africa
Riots Erupt in Belgian and Dutch Cities after Morocco Victory
Dozens of rioters overturned and torched cars, set electric scooters on fire and pelted cars with bricks. Police moved in after one person suffered facial injuries, said Brussels police spokeswoman Ilse Van de Keere as Morocco celebrates victory. Police sealed off parts of the centre of Brussels, deployed water cannons and fired tear gas to disperse crowds on Sunday following…
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