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Morocco’s fish paradox: soaring exports, scarce access for locals

Despite Morocco’s extensive 3,500-kilometer coastline and abundant fishing resources, a recent survey conducted by L’Economiste and Sunergia reveals that only 38% of Moroccans consume fish once per week. Meanwhile, the majority struggle with rising prices and limited availability, painting......

Casablanca's Derb Baladia grill district relocates amid souk transformation

A significant urban redevelopment project is changing the face of one of Casablanca's most cherished culinary landmarks, as the traditional grilled meat vendors of Souk Baladia relocate to new premises across from their original location. A chapter closes The bustling atmosphere of wood-fired grills......

CDG Foundation empowers Moroccan nonprofits with digital transformation program

A groundbreaking initiative called DIGIT@CTION has been unveiled by the CDG Foundation, designed to enhance social impact through digital transformation within Morocco's nonprofit sector. The program offers both technical assistance and financial backing to help Moroccan associations modernize their......

Morocco's Rising Divorce Rates Prompt Family Code Reform Initiative

Morocco faces growing concerns over divorce rates, with over 24,000 mutual divorces recorded against 249,089 marriages in 2023, according to Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi. The government is implementing measures to address this trend through family code reforms. The initiative includes enhanced......

Shifting Household Dynamics: Women's Rising Role and Changing Family Structures in Morocco

In a revealing snapshot of social transformation, Morocco's latest census unveils significant shifts in household composition and leadership, highlighting the evolving roles of women and changing family structures over the past decade. The 2024 census, conducted by the High Commissioner of Planning,......

Morocco's Fertility Decline Signals Demographic Challenges

Morocco faces a declining fertility rate and an aging population, reshaping its demographic landscape. Rising living costs and limited job opportunities are among the main reasons behind smaller family sizes. Moroccan women now average 1.97 children, below the replacement level of 2.1 needed to sustain......

Mohammed VI Foundation Hosts Regional Communication Days in Marrakech

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......

Major Drug Bust at Casablanca Port Uncovers 3.6 Tonnes of Europe-Bound Chira

A significant drug bust took place at Morocco's Port of Casablanca on Wednesday, where authorities intercepted 3.61 tonnes of cannabis resin, hidden in a shipment bound for Europe. The drugs were cleverly concealed within a cargo of fishmeal. This operation was a result of a collaborative effort......

InDrive Expands Moto Service to Rabat Amid Ongoing Regulatory Concerns

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 Tightens Oversight on Social Media Misconduct with Heavy Sentences

Morocco's judicial system is taking a firm stance against inappropriate online behavior, as recent high-profile cases highlight the tension between free speech and legal boundaries on social media platforms. This week, Ilyas El Maliki, a controversial Moroccan streamer, received a four-month prison......

A Closer Look at Morocco's Labor Market Amid Rising Unemployment Rates in Q3 2024

The latest report from the Haut-Commissariat au Plan (HCP) reveals a troubling increase in Morocco's unemployment rate, which has risen to 13.6% in the third quarter of 2024. This marks a slight uptick from 13.5% during the same period last year, despite the net creation of 213,000 jobs over the......

Morocco Grapples with Pervasive Sexual Harassment: A Call for Societal Change

Recent incidents of sexual harassment in Morocco have reignited discussions about the safety of women in public spaces and the need for societal change. A shocking video from Tangier, showing a young woman being assaulted by teenagers in broad daylight, has brought the issue into sharp focus. The incident,......

Moroccan Authorities Arrest Six for Promoting Irregular Immigration to Ceuta Online

Moroccan authorities have detained six individuals, including a minor, on charges of disseminating misleading information and digital content that encourages irregular immigration. The arrests, which took place in Tetouan, are part of a broader crackdown aimed at dismantling networks involved in irregular......