Society
Morocco is preparing to roll out a new national road safety strategy covering the period from 2026 to 2030, as authorities seek to address a worrying rise in traffic accidents and fatalities across the country. The roadmap was presented during a meeting of the Permanent Road Safety Committee held in......
A mild earthquake was briefly felt in Morocco’s capital on Saturday afternoon, according to available seismic data. The tremor was noticed by some residents in Rabat and nearby areas but caused no injuries or material damage. Witnesses described a short vibration, sometimes perceived as a low......
Rabat, December 27, 2025 — Seven years after its previous review, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released a new assessment of Morocco’s tax administration, highlighting significant progress alongside persistent structural weaknesses. Conducted between late September and mid-October......
Rabat, December 27, 2025 — Morocco has taken a significant step in the fight against audiovisual piracy by adopting a national strategy aimed at protecting cultural and sports content. The initiative was announced during the country’s first international seminar dedicated to combating illegal......
Morocco is expanding its direct social support program through a data-driven reform designed to enhance precision in identifying beneficiaries and ensure sustainable financing for one of the country’s most ambitious welfare initiatives. Authorities describe the reform as a pivotal step in building......
Moroccan craftsmanship is playing a prominent role during the Africa Cup of Nations hosted by Morocco in 2025, with dedicated artisan spaces set up in several host cities. The initiative aims to showcase the country’s rich cultural heritage alongside one of Africa’s most significant sporting......
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......
