Society
During the French Protectorate (1912–1956), cities such as Casablanca, Fez, and Rabat were redesigned to enforce a physical and social separation between Europeans and Moroccans. European districts were constructed as symbols of prestige and authority, featuring wide boulevards and grand squares,......
Morocco’s youth are rising in defiance of systemic neglect, vowing to no longer accept deteriorating public services. On September 27 and 28, they will stage coordinated protests across the country, calling for urgent reforms in education and healthcare, sectors they deem critical for national......
Authorities in Fes have arrested four individuals suspected of running a criminal network that defrauded would-be immigrants using fake overseas work contracts. According to security sources, the suspects include the owner of an employment agency, a notary, and two intermediaries. The scheme reportedly......
A new national survey reveals troubling civic behavior trends that could undermine Morocco’s global image as it prepares to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup. The Moroccan Center for Citizenship conducted the survey to assess public attitudes and practices in daily life, with a focus on public space......
Legal scholars, policymakers, and representatives from civil society will gather at the Private University of Fez (UPF) on April 12 for a significant conference focused on the Moroccan family code, known as the Moudawana. This event, hosted by the Higher Institute of Political and Legal Sciences, aims......
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......
Morocco braces for a day of intense weather, as a new alert forecasts heavy thunderstorms across several provinces, including the Oriental region. According to the alert, between 15 to 30 millimeters of rain is expected in areas such as Boulemane, Oujda Angad, Guercif, and Taourirt. The storm, accompanied......
The historic city of Fès played host to a prestigious ceremony on Thursday, marking a dual celebration of Morocco's progress and potential. The Bouabate-Fès Association orchestrated the 2024 Fès-Gate Awards, coinciding with both the 25th anniversary of His Majesty King Mohammed......
In a groundbreaking study, researchers have uncovered a hidden epidemic of domestic violence against men in Morocco, challenging long-held societal norms and exposing significant gaps in legal protections. The master's thesis, titled "Violence Against Men: Reality of Practice and Mechanisms......
The controversial decision to rename "Youssef ben Tachfine" street in Fez has ignited widespread opposition, with many Moroccans arguing that it distorts the nation's historical and cultural identity. Khalid Hajjoubi, President of the Marinids District Council in Fez, finds himself at......
In a case that has sent shockwaves through the nation, the Fez Court of First Instance specializing in financial crimes has handed down a series of verdicts, sentencing 34 individuals for their roles in a sinister newborn trafficking ring. The investigation, which first came to light in January, unveiled......
In a nation that places paramount importance on the well-being of its youngest citizens, Morocco has made remarkable strides in ensuring the comprehensive protection and care of children. This commitment was underscored by El Hassan Daki, the Procureur Général du Roi près la Cour......
In a harrowing turn of events, a fire erupted within the Debbagh commercial complex, nestled in the Bab Ftouh area of Fez's ancient medina, resulting in the tragic deaths of four individuals and injuries to 26 others, according to local authorities. The incident, which unfolded on Wednesday......
