£5.1 billion, 17-mile underwater tunnel to connect Spain to Morocco
  • Author: Amina Wako
  • Date: 2024-04-30 11:20:10

£5.1 billion, 17-mile underwater tunnel to connect Spain to Morocco

While the official costs have not been disclosed, it is believed that the project will cost approximately €6 billion (£5.1 billion). 

Ruto’s Rabat envoy nominee Jessica Gakinya impresses vetting committee
  • Author: Mwangi Maina
  • Date: 2024-04-08 13:40:58

Ruto’s Rabat envoy nominee Jessica Gakinya impresses vetting committee

Muthoni said her first step will be to encourage investors from the Kingdom of Morocco to establish a fertiliser factory in Kenya, facilitating easier access to essential agricultural products for Kenyan farmers.

Spain-born Brahim Diaz receives first Morocco call-up
  • Author: Rama Mohammed
  • Date: 2024-03-14 17:11:17

Spain-born Brahim Diaz receives first Morocco call-up

Diaz has featured once for the Spain National team but has now opted to represent Morocco internationally

Western Sahara tensions: Kenya names first ambassador to Morocco, nominates envoy to Algeria
  • Author: Mwangi Maina
  • Date: 2024-03-09 19:16:21

Western Sahara tensions: Kenya names first ambassador to Morocco, nominates envoy to Algeria

This decision reflects President Ruto’s plan to strengthen ties with “one of North Africa’s biggest players.”

Nairobi rekindles ties with Rabat, to open embassy amid Western Sahara dispute
  • Author: Mwangi Maina
  • Date: 2024-02-18 19:40:35

Nairobi rekindles ties with Rabat, to open embassy amid Western Sahara dispute

This decision reflects President William Ruto's plan to strengthen ties with "one of North Africa's biggest players".

Walid Regragui: Morocco head coach says at least 10 teams can win Africa Cup of Nations
  • Author: Agency
  • Date: 2024-01-07 09:07:41

Walid Regragui: Morocco head coach says at least 10 teams can win Africa Cup of Nations

After defeating Belgium, then eliminating Spain and Portugal at the World Cup, Morocco are the favourites of many to win a second African title, 48 years after last achieving the feat.

Tsunami warning issued after magnitude 7.5 earthquake hits Japan
  • Author: Agency
  • Date: 2024-01-01 11:23:54

Tsunami warning issued after magnitude 7.5 earthquake hits Japan

Residents of Noto region were urged to evacuate immediately to higher ground

AFCON 2024: Amrabat, Hakimi and En-Nesyri headline Morocco’s 27-man squad
  • Author: Agency
  • Date: 2023-12-29 08:49:46

AFCON 2024: Amrabat, Hakimi and En-Nesyri headline Morocco’s 27-man squad

The Atlas Lions will face DR Congo, Tanzania, and Zambia in the group stages when the tournament gets underway on January 13.

African football legends play tribute match for Marrakech earthquake victims, Kenya's Arap Uria present
  • Author: Sports Reporter
  • Date: 2023-12-11 13:06:21

African football legends play tribute match for Marrakech earthquake victims, Kenya's Arap Uria present

The tribute match was not exclusive to male football stars, as notable women's football figures, including Gaelle Enganamouit, Alberta Sackey, and Perpetua Nkwocha, also participated.

IMF, World Bank hold first meetings in Africa in 50 years
  • Author: Dennis Tarus
  • Date: 2023-10-09 12:28:13

IMF, World Bank hold first meetings in Africa in 50 years

The IMF and World Bank last held their meetings in Africa in 1973, when Kenya hosted the event and some nations were still under colonial rule.