Goud (stylized in Arabic as كود) is a Moroccan digital news organization founded in 2011 by journalist Ahmed Najim and based in Casablanca. Publishing primarily in Arabic, with extensive use of Moroccan Darija, it reports breaking developments and produces commentary on national politics, social issues, culture, the economy, and sport. The outlet is known for a direct, plain‑spoken voice and for hosting Darija opinion columns by writers such as Mohamed Sokrat, which helped normalize the dialect in public debate. Goud distributes its reporting across web and mobile channels, serving readers in Morocco and the diaspora.
The organization has drawn attention for its independent tone and willingness to test red lines. In June 2015, a Casablanca court ruled against Goud and its director in a defamation case brought by royal secretary Mounir Majidi, ordering damages; press‑freedom groups highlighted the case’s implications for online media. In August 2016, Goud opened its capital to advertising executive Karim Bennani to finance newsroom growth and a planned web TV, while pledging to preserve its editorial line; later that year, Najim publicly stated that Goud was not part of Bennani’s broader media projects, and subsequent ownership records list Goud Media as wholly owned by Najim.
Through colloquial storytelling, fast updates, and opinionated columns, Goud has carved out a distinct place in Morocco’s digital press, appealing to readers who expect news told in the language of daily life.