Society
His Royal Highness Prince Moulay Rachid celebrates his 55th birthday this Friday, an occasion marked by the Moroccan people and the Royal Family with heartfelt admiration and joy. The milestone provides an opportunity to reflect on the Prince's exceptional contributions to Morocco’s cultural,......
Child labor remains a pressing issue in Morocco, particularly affecting rural communities, despite a gradual decline in recent years. According to a report by the High Commission for Planning (HCP), based on the 2024 National Employment Survey, approximately 101,000 children aged 7 to 17 are engaged......
Children across Morocco gathered in Rabat to demand stronger protection of their rights and actionable policies addressing their needs. The event, organized by the National Human Rights Council (CNDH) with UNICEF Morocco’s support, marked the culmination of a year-long national dialogue. Voices......
Morocco is set to implement a new automated radar system capable of detecting speeding in both traffic directions, marking a significant step forward in road safety enforcement. Enhanced radar technology The National Road Safety Agency (NARSA) announced that the system will go into effect on June 16......
The National Road Safety Agency (NARSA) has denounced unethical practices within some driving schools, citing misleading advertisements and undervalued training fees as threats to the integrity of Morocco’s driving education sector. The agency has vowed to take strict legal and administrative action......
Two Moroccan women working in Spain’s high-profit strawberry sector were expelled and sent back to Morocco under alarming conditions—one while pregnant, the other with cancer—triggering widespread criticism over the treatment of migrant laborers. Pregnant and abandoned The first case......
Morocco, like many nations worldwide, is experiencing a significant demographic transition characterized by an ageing population, declining birth rates, and notable social and economic implications. The latest census data reveals that the country’s population has surpassed 37 million, with the......
Morocco will celebrate Eid al Adha on June 7. The Moroccan National Motorway Company (ADM) has announced that traffic on the country’s motorways will increase significantly during the holiday period. The busiest hours are expected on Thursday and Friday afternoons and evenings, specifically between......
Saudi Arabia has announced the launch of the world’s largest cooling system at the Grand Mosque in Mecca, where pilgrims are gathering to perform the Hajj pilgrimage. More than 1.4 million pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia to perform Hajj, which kicked off today. Saudi authorities promised......
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......
The Moroccan National Railways Office (ONCF) has unveiled an expanded train schedule in anticipation of Eid Al Adha, offering enhanced services to facilitate smooth travel for the holiday. The new program, effective from May 30 to June 15, aims to assist travelers in moving easily and safely during......
In a high-level address delivered remotely from Rabat, Amina Bouayach urged for artificial intelligence systems designed to safeguard human dignity and advance both humanity and rights. The president of the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI) and head of Morocco’s National......
Moroccans are set to celebrate Eid Al Adha 2025 on Saturday, June 7, according to Ibrahim Akhyam, a researcher in timekeeping and a member of the Islamic Moon Sighting Project. The Ministry of Islamic Affairs has directed its delegates to observe the crescent moon for Dhu al-Hijjah on Tuesday. Eid Al......
