Society
Morocco has approved a new decree defining eligibility criteria and procedures for granting special financial aid to orphaned and abandoned children housed in accredited social protection institutions. The decision forms part of the implementation of Article 16 of Law 58-23 on direct social aid, aiming......
Morocco has recorded a steady decline in cervical cancer incidence rates over recent years, according to the Minister of Health and Social Protection, Amine Tahraoui, who addressed the issue on Monday in Rabat. Speaking before the House of Representatives during a question session on measures to combat......
Abdellatif Hammouchi, Director General of National Security and Territorial Surveillance (DGSN-DGST), has approved an exceptional financial bonus for all members of Morocco’s national police force. According to a statement from the General Directorate of National Security (DGSN), the bonus covers......
Morocco is continuing to modernize its police infrastructure as part of a broader strategy aimed at strengthening proximity policing and diversifying security services across the country. The Directorate General of National Security (DGSN) has reported major progress in upgrading facilities, training......
As the kickoff of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 approaches, mobility has emerged as a central pillar of Morocco’s preparations. Beyond logistical requirements, transport solutions are being designed to ensure smooth, efficient and environmentally responsible movement for both local and......
Rabat, Morocco – Facing increasing water scarcity and the degradation of groundwater and surface water, Morocco’s Office National de l’Électricité et de l’Eau potable (ONEE) is preparing an ambitious national strategy to ensure sustainable access to drinking water. The......
The Public Prosecutor at the Court of First Instance in Rabat refuted circulating social media claims alleging the detention of relatives of the “victims of the Leqliaa events.” According to an official statement, the information is entirely unfounded. The prosecutor explained that on December......
The Moroccan government has unveiled proposals aimed at fostering work–life balance for employees and strengthening family cohesion, particularly for workers in the public sector. The measures under review include voluntary part-time arrangements, adaptable schedules, and hybrid work options, designed......
Morocco ranks 79th globally and 26th in Africa in the 2025 Global Organized Crime Index, published by the Geneva-based Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime. The study highlights significant concerns about human trafficking, drug transit, and governance challenges that hinder effective......
Morocco’s House of Representatives has unanimously passed a new law aimed at simplifying bureaucratic procedures and making it easier for citizens to change their family names. The move is part of a broader effort to modernize the country’s civil status system and improve public services. The......
Morocco witnessed extraordinary scenes of unity and celebration on Friday evening as thousands of citizens took to the streets following the United Nations Security Council’s adoption of Resolution 2797, reaffirming Morocco’s Autonomy Plan as the basis of negotiations for Sahara’s future.......
Following the United Nations Security Council’s historic endorsement of Morocco's autonomy plan for the Sahara, celebrations erupted across major Moroccan cities, reflecting widespread national pride and joy. Cities such as Fes, Rabat, Casablanca, Marrakech, and Tangier witnessed vibrant......
A recent report by Morocco’s High Commission for Planning (HCP) reveals that internal migration continues to highlight disparities in the country’s development model, with rural areas losing millions of residents to urban centers. The findings underscore the need for more equitable territorial......
