Society
Morocco faces a declining fertility rate and an aging population, reshaping its demographic landscape. Rising living costs and limited job opportunities are among the main reasons behind smaller family sizes. Moroccan women now average 1.97 children, below the replacement level of 2.1 needed to sustain......
The Mohammed VI Foundation for the Social Works of National Security Personnel brought its “First Regional Communication Days” initiative to Marrakech on Thursday, marking the second stop after Casablanca. Under the theme “The Communicative Approach: An Effective Choice for Improving......
A significant drug bust took place at Morocco's Port of Casablanca on Wednesday, where authorities intercepted 3.61 tonnes of cannabis resin, hidden in a shipment bound for Europe. The drugs were cleverly concealed within a cargo of fishmeal. This operation was a result of a collaborative effort......
InDrive, a global ride-sharing platform, has launched its motorcycle transport service, inDrive Moto, in Rabat. After gaining traction in Casablanca, the service aims to tackle the growing demand for fast and reliable transportation solutions in Morocco’s bustling capital. With Rabat’s persistent......
Morocco's judicial system is taking a firm stance against inappropriate online behavior, as recent high-profile cases highlight the tension between free speech and legal boundaries on social media platforms. This week, Ilyas El Maliki, a controversial Moroccan streamer, received a four-month prison......
The latest report from the Haut-Commissariat au Plan (HCP) reveals a troubling increase in Morocco's unemployment rate, which has risen to 13.6% in the third quarter of 2024. This marks a slight uptick from 13.5% during the same period last year, despite the net creation of 213,000 jobs over the......
Recent incidents of sexual harassment in Morocco have reignited discussions about the safety of women in public spaces and the need for societal change. A shocking video from Tangier, showing a young woman being assaulted by teenagers in broad daylight, has brought the issue into sharp focus. The incident,......
Moroccan authorities have detained six individuals, including a minor, on charges of disseminating misleading information and digital content that encourages irregular immigration. The arrests, which took place in Tetouan, are part of a broader crackdown aimed at dismantling networks involved in irregular......
The Moroccan media community mourns the loss of a distinguished figure as King Mohammed VI extends his condolences to the family of the late journalist Jamal Barawi. Barawi passed away on Monday after a prolonged battle with illness, leaving a significant void in the journalistic landscape of Morocco. In......
In a recent report by the Pew Research Center, Morocco emerges as one of the world's most devout nations, with 90% of its population valuing religion and over 70% engaging in daily prayer. The comprehensive study, covering 102 countries from 2008 to 2023, highlights the significance of faith in......
In response to Morocco's escalating drought, authorities in the Casablanca-Settat region have reinstated a directive to close traditional public baths, or hammams, three days a week. This measure, outlined by the Ministry of Interior, aims to conserve water amidst severe shortages. These closures,......
In a comprehensive reflection on Morocco's 25-year journey under King Mohammed VI, Spanish newspaper El País paints a vivid picture of transformation and progress. Leading Spanish newspaper *El País* recently published an article commemorating the 25th anniversary of King Mohammed......
In a surprising turn of events, Mohamed Boudrika, the former president of Raja Casablanca, one of Morocco's most prominent football clubs, finds himself at the center of a legal storm. Boudrika is currently held in a detention facility near Hamburg airport, following his arrest on an Interpol warrant. The......
