Morocco has positioned road safety as a strategic priority within its broader sustainable development framework, spearheaded under the leadership of King Mohammed VI, declared Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch on Tuesday during the opening of the 4th Global Ministerial Conference on Road Safety in Marrakech. Speaking......

The Moroccan judiciary has sentenced activist Said Ait Mahdi to a three-month prison term for his criticism of local authorities' handling of earthquake recovery efforts in the Marrakech region. The verdict, delivered on Monday, also included a fine of 10,000 dirhams ($1,000) in damages to each civil......

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......

In a powerful keynote address at a workshop focusing on migration, Amina Bouayach, President of Morocco's National Human Rights Council (CNDH), underscored the urgent global crisis of migrant disappearances while emphasizing her country's commitment to protecting migrant rights. Stark Migration......

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 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......

In a devastating turn of events, two young siblings lost their lives in floodwaters on the outskirts of Marrakech, Morocco, following a brief but intense rainfall. The tragedy has sparked outrage and calls for an investigation into the city's infrastructure and urban planning practices. The incident......

The latest edition of “Parlons Territoires” brought together experts to discuss the evolving role of “douars” (rural villages) in Morocco's social, cultural, and territorial landscape. The virtual meeting was organized by OTED, a Moroccan initiative that promotes collaboration......

In a significant move towards bolstering human rights protections in Morocco, Amina Bouayach, President of the National Human Rights Council (CNDH), has urged for a more robust implementation of the Istanbul Protocol within the country's legal framework. Speaking at a seminar focused on enhancing......

A chaotic scene unfolded in Marrakech on August 15 when a 38-year-old Frenchman of Moroccan descent was arrested after driving under the influence and hitting multiple pedestrians. The incident was captured in a viral video, sparking widespread outrage. According to the General Directorate of National......

In an unexpected turn of events, the normally sealed Moroccan-Algerian border witnessed a rare opening to facilitate the return of 16 young Moroccans who had been detained in Algeria. This operation, carried out at the Zouj Beghal border crossing in Oujda and Colonel Lotfi in Maghnia, marks an unusual......

Morocco Prepares for Intense Heatwave as Temperatures Soar The Moroccan General Directorate of Meteorology has issued an urgent orange alert, forecasting a severe heatwave to hit various provinces from Tuesday to Friday. Residents in the affected areas should prepare for scorching heat, with temperatures......

In Morocco, public outrage has erupted following reports that 20 individuals have succumbed to extreme heat conditions. These fatalities were allegedly recorded within a 24-hour period at a regional hospital in Beni Mellal, further fueling widespread concern and anxiety among the populace. In the wake......