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September 15, 2026, 10:55 am
All of Africa Today - September 10, 2026
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Ceuta - Documents Show Spanish Intelligence Warned of Crisis
- [DW] Spain declassified documents that showed warnings issued a day before more than 70,000 migrants rushed the Ceuta border fence. Meanwhile, the EU announced funds to strengthen the border and return migrants to Morocco.
All of Africa Today - September 8, 2026
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3 Years On, Morocco Earthquake Victims Still Wait for Help
- [DW] Reconstruction has progressed in the three years since the 2023 Morocco earthquake, but some survivors are still living in tents. Locals are divided as to how successful it's been, and whether state aid is enough.
Europe Relies On Morocco to Keep Migrants Out - Ceuta Shows the Political Cost
- [The Conversation Africa] The movement of tens of thousands people into Ceuta, the Spanish enclave on the north African coast, in July 2026 has highlighted faultlines in the politics of migration between Europe and Morocco.
Full List of African Countries Where Cars Are Made
- [Vanguard] Africa's automotive industry is often associated with the assembly of cars belonging to international brands, but several African countries have also developed their own vehicle brands and manufacturing operations.
Hijra - Movement, Migration, and Islamic Thought
- [African Arguments] The question of why 70,000 Moroccans migrated to the Spanish-governed territories of Ceuta and Melilla within hours on 30 July - 'Throne Day', which is one of the most respectable celebrations of the Morocco Kingdom - still lingers in international media and haunts inquisitive minds. Commentators have talked extensively about the socio-economic and geopolitical incentives, but the underreported in coverage seems to lie within the subjective semantics of hijra itself, the Arabic word for migration, its
Ceuta Crisis - Anti-Migrant 'Invasion' Rhetoric Threatens Europe's Food Supply and Economy
- [The Conversation Africa] In August 2026, a deep humanitarian crisis unfolded in Ceuta, a small Spanish enclave situated on Morocco's northern coast. Around 72,000 people entered from Morocco over the course of two days. More than 100 drowned trying to cross into Spanish territory.
CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe Congratulates Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon On Historic TotalEnergies CAF Wafcon Morocco 2026 Triumph
- [CAF] The President of the Confédération Africaine de Football ("CAF"), Dr Patrice Motsepe, has congratulated the Indomitable Lionesses, the Fédération Camerounaise de Football ("FECAFOOT"), its President Samuel Eto'o, and the people of Cameroon following their historic triumph at the TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations ("WAFCON") Morocco 2026.
Chamboco Confident Mozambique Can Make Their Mark At TotalEnergies CAF Futsal Afcon Morocco 2026
- [CAF] Mozambique international Fernando Chamboco believes the continued growth of futsal in his country has created a platform for the nation to challenge strongly at the TotalEnergies CAF Futsal Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026.
All of Africa Today - August 17, 2026
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Morocco's Approach to Combating Irregular Migration Deserves Recognition, Encouragement
- [MAP] Dakar -- The approach advocated by Morocco to combat irregular migration and human trafficking networks "deserves to be recognized and encouraged," Senegalese analyst Mankeur Ndiaye said.
Morocco Detains Dozens of Migrants Trying to Enter Ceuta
- [DW] The attempted crossings come two weeks after around 72,000 people rushed into the Spanish North African exclave from Morocco. Calls for another mass crossing had been circulating on social media this week.
$25bn Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline Dream Drags
- [Daily Trust] The much-touted multi-billion-dollar Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline is yet to take off owing to the alleged 'lukewarm' attitude of Nigerian authorities, Daily Trust learnt from credible sources.
Fake Schengen Visas Surge As Nigerian Passengers Abscond During Morocco Transit
- [Leadership] The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has raised the alarm over a sharp increase in the use of fake Schengen visa stamps by passengers travelling to Europe, with some Nigerians allegedly absconding during transit in Morocco.
Algeria Claims First Wafcon Medal After Shootout Win Over Hosts Morocco
- [Ghanaian Times] Algeria secured a podium finish for the first time in their history of the TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2026 after overcoming hosts Morocco 3-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in regulation time in Rabat.
Morocco Ought to Be Considered As 'Strategic Partner' for Europe to Build Comprehensive Migration Policy - Belgian Expert
- [MAP] Brussels -- Morocco ought to be considered as "a strategic partner with which Europe is building a comprehensive, balanced, and sustainable migration policy," within the framework of shared responsibility regarding a complex migratory phenomenon, said Belgian jurist Geoffroy Generet.
Algeria Edge Morocco On Penalties in Wafcon Third-Place Play-Off
- [RFI] Morocco endured a second painful penalty shootout defeat in the space of four days as Algeria claimed third place at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday following a 1-1 draw in Rabat.
Al-Quds Children Visit Royal Guard Facilities in Rabat
- [MAP] Rabat -- The Al-Quds children participating in the 17th edition of the summer camps of the Bayt Mal Al-Quds Asharif Agency visited the various facilities of the Royal Guard at the Mechouar in Rabat on Saturday.
HM the King Extends Condolences to Colombian President Following Earthquake That Struck Several Regions
- [MAP] Rabat -- His Majesty King Mohammed VI has sent a message of condolences and sympathy to the President of the Republic of Colombia, Abelardo Gabriel de la Espriella Otero, following the earthquake that struck several regions of Colombia.
Several Moroccan Provinces Brace for Thunderstorms and Heatwaves Expected From Thursday to Saturday
- [MAP] Rabat -- Thunderstorms with a risk of hail and gusty winds as well as a severe heatwave are expected to occur from Thursday to Saturday, in several provinces of the Kingdom, according to the General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM).
Solar Eclipse - Morocco to Observe Spectacular Astronomic Phenomenon On August 12, With 93 Percent Solar Obscuration Rate - Expert
- [MAP] Rabat -- The sky will be the stage on Wednesday for a spectacular astronomical phenomenon with a global total solar eclipse. However, it will be observable as a partial eclipse in Morocco, with a solar obscuration rate reaching nearly 93% in the northern regions, said Zouhair Benkhaldoun, Professor at Cadi Ayyad University and Director of the Oukaïmeden Astronomical Observatory.
Moroccan Authorities Took All Necessary Measure to Thwart Any Illegal Crossing Attempt Towards Sebta, Mellilia
- [MAP] Rabat -- Moroccan public authorities have taken all the necessary measures to thwart any illegal crossing attempt towards the cities of Sebta and Mellilia, and to intercept any individual looking to participate, said on Wednesday in Rabat the Spokesperson of the Ministry of Interior, Rachid El Khalfi.
Morocco Aspires to Equitable Partnership On Migration, Protection of Minors - Expert
- [MAP] Rabat -- Morocco aspires to an effective and equitable partnership, particularly with Spain, aimed at sharing responsibilities related to migration and the protection of minors, said international affairs expert Mohamed Bouden on Wednesday.
WAFCON Morocco-2026 - With World Cup Qualification Ensured, Morocco Fully Concentrated On Semis, Says Head Coach
- [MAP] Rabat -- National coach Jorge Vilda affirmed on Tuesday in Rabat that the women's national team, now qualified for the next World Cup, is fully focused on the semi-final of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON Morocco-2026) against Cameroon, scheduled for Wednesday at 9:00 PM at the Moulay El Hassan Stadium in Rabat.
