Morocco World News

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Morocco World News is a Moroccan online newspaper published in English. It was founded in 2011 by Samir Bennis and Adnane Bennis. Based in Rabat, it covers national and international news. It publishes content on topics including politics, economic affairs, culture, and migration.

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In Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s capital, Morocco’s Head of Government Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri attended an official reception hosted by King Norodom Sihamoni of Cambodia in honor of heads of state and government, as well as representatives of delegations participating in the 20th Summit of the International Organization of La Francophonie. #morocco #world #news #mwn #virals

Fuel prices in Morocco will fall slightly from midnight on Sunday, November 15, as petroleum distributors prepare to reduce diesel prices by MAD 0.20 per liter and gasoline prices by MAD 0.50 per liter. The latest adjustment, which takes effect on Monday, November 16, follows a significant increase introduced at midnight between October 31 and November 1, when diesel prices rose by MAD 1 per liter, while gasoline prices dropped by MAD 0.30. Based on estimated prices following the previous revision, diesel is expected to fall from around MAD 17 to MAD 16.80 per liter, while gasoline prices could drop below MAD 15 per liter. #morocco #world #news #mwn #virals

Speaking with Morocco World News (MWN), Hamid Bentahar, President of the National Tourism Confederation (CNT), stressed the importance of investing in hospitality talent during the fifth edition of AICR Morocco’s Best Receptionist Competition. Bentahar praised the initiative for bringing together skilled professionals and stressed the need to strengthen competencies, develop future leaders, and prepare Morocco’s hospitality industry to welcome the world ahead of major international events. #morocco #world #news #mwn #virals

Morocco ranked 49th out of 50 countries in the 2026 Happy Passports Index, scoring 29.7 out of 100 in an assessment that examines the relationship between wellbeing, personal freedoms, passport mobility, and living conditions. The index, published by Global Citizen Solutions (GCS) Global Intelligence Unit, places Morocco ahead of only Kenya, which ranked last with 22.4 points. Mauritius emerged as Africa’s highest-ranked country in 37th place, followed by South Africa in 47th. The ranking examines how countries combine residents’ perceptions of their quality of life with the freedoms and opportunities their nationalities provide, including the ability to travel, study, work, and settle abroad. #morocco #world #news #mwn #virals

Speaking with Morocco World News (MWN), Morocco’s Minister of Tourism, Handicrafts and Solidarity Economy, Jalal Charaf, praised the passion and professionalism of young Moroccan hospitality workers during the fifth edition of AICR Morocco’s Best Receptionist Competition. Charaf stressed the importance of recognizing receptionists and expressed confidence in Moroccan youth’s ability to meet the highest international hospitality standards. #morocco #AICR #tourism #hospitality #moroccoworldnews

Royal Air Maroc (RAM) is the official carrier of the fifth edition of the Lagos Biennale, an international contemporary art exhibition in Nigeria that brings together artists, curators, and cultural institutions from Africa and beyond. The airline is supporting the event for the second consecutive year. RAM first established its partnership with the Lagos Biennale in 2024 as part of its efforts to support major cultural initiatives across Africa and strengthen cultural exchanges between Morocco and other African countries, particularly Nigeria. The airline said its continued involvement reflects its commitment to connecting African communities and supporting the continent’s creative industries. Through its role as the event’s official carrier, RAM seeks to facilitate cultural exchanges while reinforcing its presence in Nigeria. Read more: https://shorturl.at/6UvJ3 #morocco #RAM #LagosBiennale #moroccoworldnews

Speaking with Morocco World News (MWN), Salwa Naghraoui, winner of the fifth edition of Morocco’s Best Receptionist Competition, expressed her pride in earning the opportunity to represent Morocco internationally. Representing Waldorf Astoria Rabat-Salé, Naghraoui described the award as a great honor and encouraged fellow participants to continue showcasing Moroccan hospitality on the global stage. #morocco #tourism #hospitality #moroccoworldnews

Morocco’s Head of Government Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri takes part in the 20th Francophonie Summit in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, on November 15-16, representing King Mohammed VI. The summit brings together representatives of 90 member states and governments of the International Organization of La Francophonie (OIF) under the theme “Reinvesting in Peace for Shared Prosperity and Lasting Stability.” Discussions focus on the organization’s future priorities and key challenges facing international cooperation, particularly peace, stability, and sustainable development. #elmansouri #cambodia #Francophoniesummit #moroccoworldnews

AICR Morocco held the fifth edition of its Best Receptionist Competition on Saturday at the Waldorf Astoria Rabat-Sale, bringing together hospitality professionals to recognize talent and promote excellence in Morocco’s tourism industry. Organized in partnership with Leading Quality Assurance (LQA), the event welcomed Tourism Minister Jalal Charaf and several industry representatives, including Hamid Bentahar, president of the National Tourism Confederation (CNT). #morocco #AICR #tourism #moroccoworldnews