Good News
Tailor's daughter wins 17 gold medals at Khyber Girls Medical College
Qandeel Murtaza, daughter of a tailor from Haripur, set a record with 17 gold medals at Khyber Girls Medical College.
Politics
From Tour de France to Mayor: Ben's Cabinetmaking Journey
Benjamin ‘Ben’ Billet, a cabinetmaker and former Tour de France apprentice, was elected mayor of Arbois in 2026.
Environment
Morocco and Norway Strengthen Carbon Market Ties
Morocco and Norway signed a strategic partnership on May 7, 2026, to collaborate on carbon markets under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement.
Science
Ancient Life Survived in Total Darkness 180 Million Years Ago
Fossilized microbial structures found in Morocco's Dadès Valley reveal life thrived in deep darkness 180 million years ago.
Science
Mars Helicopter Blades Break Sound Barrier in Tests
NASA tests future Mars helicopter blades at Mach 1, breaking the sound barrier for heavier payloads.
Politics
Zanzibar Disburses Sh1.75 Billion to Poor Households
Zanzibar government disburses Sh1.75 billion to 27,886 poor households in Unguja and Pemba to reduce destitution.
Health
Nigeria Unveils Midwifery Plan to Reduce Maternal Deaths
Nigeria launches a national strategy to expand the midwifery workforce by 2030, targeting rural gaps and high maternal mortality.
Technology
Morocco Expands 5G Coverage for Travelers via eSIM
Morocco's 5G network now covers Casablanca, Rabat, Marrakech, Tangier, and Agadir for eSIM users.
Technology
Sidi Ali Maelainin: IT for Humanitarian Impact
Sidi Ali Maelainin uses information technology to improve humanitarian aid and community development in Mauritania.
Environment
Stellantis Opens Third Recycling Plant in Casablanca
Stellantis inaugurated its third global dismantling site in Casablanca, Morocco, to boost vehicle recycling.
Politics
Senegal celebrates return of 3 fans detained in Morocco
Three Senegalese fans detained in Morocco since the 2022 AFCON final returned home to a hero's welcome on May 7, 2026.
Good News
David Attenborough Turns 100: A Life of Nature
Sir David Attenborough celebrates his 100th birthday on May 8, 2026, with a legacy in broadcasting and conservation.