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King Mohammed VI

Also known as: His Majesty King Mohammed VI

King Mohammed VI — Monarch of Morocco who has reigned for 27 years and has called for new development cycles focused on economic growth and social progress.

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  1. August 2026
  2. Joy Online

    President Trump congratulated King Mohammed VI and the Moroccan people, highlighting the longstanding ties between the two countries.

    Trump reaffirms U.S. recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara
  3. July 2026
  4. Joy Online

    The Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco in Ghana hosted a distinguished reception on Thursday in Accra to mark the 27th anniversary of the accession of King Mohammed VI to the Throne of His Glorious Ancestors.

    Morocco Embassy celebrates 27th anniversary of King Mohammed VI, tout economic achievements
  5. Joy Online

    King Mohammed VI has called for the consolidation of Morocco’s recent achievements and the opening of a new development cycle focused on economic growth, social progress and stronger national sovereignty.

    Morocco enters ‘new development cycle’ as King Mohammed VI highlights economic growth and industrial rise
  6. Joy Online

    This position from Ghana, as reaffirmed by its head of diplomacy, falls within the continuous international momentum driven by King Mohammed VI, may God assist Him, in favour of the autonomy plan and the Kingdom’s sovereignty over its Sahara.

    Ghana considers autonomy plan as only realistic, lasting basis to resolve Sahara issue
  7. Joy Online

    Bilateral relations gained renewed momentum following the first session of the PJCC in Rabat in February 2015 and the State Visit of King Mohammed VI to Ghana in February 2017, during which several cooperation agreements were signed.

    Ghana, Morocco sign 11 accords to deepen strategic partnership
  8. Joy Online

    It was launched after a 2016 meeting between Morocco’s King Mohammed VI and former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari.

    ECOWAS backs $25bn Nigeria–Morocco Gas Pipeline as Africa pushes energy integration
  9. Joy Online

    It was launched after a 2016 meeting between Morocco’s King Mohammed VI and former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari.

    ECOWAS backs $25bn Nigeria–Morocco Gas Pipeline as Africa pushes energy integration
  10. May 2026
  11. Joy Online

    King Mohammed VI has granted a royal pardon to Senegalese football supporters convicted over offences committed during the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the Royal Office said.

    King Mohammed VI pardons Senegalese fans convicted during AFCON
  12. Daily Guide

    Barrot recalled that in line with the stance conveyed by French President Emmanuel Macron in his letter to His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist Him, on July 30, 2024, “the present and future of this territory lie within the framework of Moroccan sovereignty.” In this resp

    Present & Future of Sahara Lie Within Framework of Moroccan Sovereignty – France Reiterates
  13. Joy Online

    The three-day landmark conference organised by the Mohammed VI Foundation for Sciences and Health (FM6SS), the Moroccan Ministry of Health, and Social Protection and KOAUN International, was under the high patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, the King of Morocco.

    Digital technologies critical to strengthening Africa’s health systems – WHO

Yesterday

  1. Trump reaffirms U.S. recognition of Morocco's Western Sahara sovereignty

    President Trump has reaffirmed the United States' recognition of Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara and backed Morocco's Autonomy Proposal as the only basis for resolving the territorial dispute, in a message to King Mohammed VI on Morocco's Throne Day.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online

Friday 31 July

  1. Morocco Embassy marks King Mohammed VI's 27-year reign anniversary

    The Embassy of Morocco in Ghana hosted a reception in Accra to celebrate the 27th anniversary of King Mohammed VI's accession to the throne. Ambassador Imane Ouaadil highlighted the kingdom's reforms over 27 years, including institutional strengthening, social protection expansion, and infrastructure investment, and underscored Morocco's role as a partner for peace and development in Africa.

    31 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 30 July

  1. King Mohammed VI calls for new development cycle in Morocco

    In a speech marking the 27th anniversary of his accession to the throne, King Mohammed VI called for consolidation of Morocco's recent achievements and a new development cycle focused on economic growth, social progress and national sovereignty. He cited economic growth of about 4.9% in 2025 and described the country's political stability and security as strategic assets enabling implementation of major projects.

    30 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 23 July

  1. Ghana backs Morocco's autonomy plan for Sahara dispute resolution

    Ghana considers Morocco's autonomy plan as the only realistic and lasting basis for resolving the Sahara issue, according to a joint communiqué issued after talks between Ghana's Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa and Morocco's Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita in Accra. Ghana also welcomed UN Security Council Resolution 2797, which supports the UN Secretary-General's facilitation of negotiations based on Morocco's autonomy proposal.

    23 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Ghana and Morocco sign 11 bilateral cooperation agreements

    Ghana and Morocco have signed 11 cooperation agreements covering aviation, trade, education, mining, sports and scientific research to strengthen bilateral relations. The agreements were signed during the Second Session of the Ghana-Morocco Permanent Joint Commission for Cooperation in Accra.

    23 July 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 21 July

  1. ECOWAS endorses Nigeria–Morocco $25bn Atlantic gas pipeline

    West African leaders have endorsed the legal and institutional framework for the Nigeria–Morocco African Atlantic Gas Pipeline at an ECOWAS summit in Freetown, Sierra Leone. The 6,800-kilometre pipeline is intended to transport Nigerian natural gas to Morocco and potentially supply European markets through existing connections.

    21 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. ECOWAS endorses Nigeria–Morocco gas pipeline framework

    West African leaders have backed the legal and institutional framework for the 6,800-kilometre Nigeria–Morocco African Atlantic Gas Pipeline at an ECOWAS summit in Freetown, Sierra Leone. The project, developed by Nigeria's NNPC and Morocco's ONHYM, aims to transport Nigerian natural gas to Morocco and potentially supply European markets.

    21 July 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 24 May

  1. King Mohammed VI pardons Senegalese fans convicted at AFCON

    Morocco's King Mohammed VI has granted a royal pardon to Senegalese football supporters convicted of offences during the Africa Cup of Nations tournament hosted by Morocco from December 2025 to January 2026, on humanitarian grounds and in recognition of ties between the two nations.

    24 May 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 21 May

  1. France reiterates Sahara's future lies within Moroccan sovereignty

    French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated that France supports the position that "the present and future of the Sahara lie within the framework of Moroccan sovereignty" and backs Morocco's autonomy plan as the basis for a political solution, citing UN Security Council Resolution 2797.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

Thursday 7 May

  1. Digital technologies essential for stronger African health systems

    WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said digital innovations and artificial intelligence can help build resilient health systems across Africa, particularly as cuts to international aid shift focus toward health sovereignty and strategic national investments.

    7 May 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 1 May

  1. U.S. Deputy Secretary praises Morocco's vision, leadership

    U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau commended King Mohammed VI and President Donald Trump for their vision and leadership in strengthening the 250-year U.S.–Morocco partnership, citing the country as an essential strategic partner in North Africa and on the international stage.

    1 May 2026 · Daily Guide

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