Society
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......
Morocco’s national police, the Directorate General of National Security (DGSN), is set to commemorate its 69th anniversary on May 16, 2025. This annual celebration presents a moment for the directorate to reflect on advancements in policing, crime prevention strategies, and public service delivery. Since......
His Majesty King Mohammed VI has conveyed a heartfelt message to Moroccan pilgrims embarking on the Hajj pilgrimage this year, 1446 AH. The address was delivered by the Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs, Ahmed Toufiq, during a ceremony at Rabat-Salé airport marking the departure of the......
Morocco’s High Authority for Audiovisual Communication (HACA) has embarked on a significant initiative aimed at transforming the portrayal of women in news media. This effort underscores a growing recognition that the representation of women in Moroccan journalism has long been inadequate and requires......
Minister Abdelouafi Laftit has unveiled an ambitious national program with a budget exceeding MAD 1 billion ($100 million) aimed at tackling the growing population of stray dogs in Morocco. Contrary to recent reports suggesting a plan for mass extermination, the Ministry of Interior has clarified its......
The Moroccan Consulate General in Jeddah has issued a critical advisory to Moroccan citizens regarding the strict entry and residence regulations in Saudi Arabia during the forthcoming Hajj season. This announcement comes as Saudi authorities implement rigorous measures to ensure compliance and maintain......
The association for the promotion of the culture of equality (APCE) is set to hold the second edition of the feminist conference on May 17 in Rabat, focusing on the central theme: “Violence and economic inequalities: understanding, analyzing, acting.” Following a first edition dedicated......
The African continent has seen a considerable increase in regional migration, with over 29 million individuals currently on the move. In an effort to reshape the governance of migration, the National Human Rights Council (CNDH) held a pivotal roundtable in Rabat today. In collaboration with the UN Committee......
Morocco’s Ministry of Youth has signed an impressive 7,000 partnership agreements with youth-focused associations and clubs aimed at rejuvenating youth centers nationwide. This initiative is part of the 2024-2025 national program for youth institutions, which was unveiled by Minister Mohamed Mehdi......
