In a case that has captured international attention, serious allegations of sexual harassment have emerged from the British Council's office in Rabat, Morocco. The accusations, centered on a high-ranking official, have sparked widespread concern and scrutiny of the organization's handling of......

In 2023, Switzerland emerged as the leading Schengen country for approving Moroccan visa applications, boasting an 83.9% acceptance rate. Notably, 82% of these visas were multiple-entry, highlighting Switzerland's openness to Moroccan travelers. According to SchengenVisaInfo, Switzerland, Poland,......

In a troubling development, the cost of securing a Schengen visa appointment through brokers has soared to an astonishing 10,000 dirhams, sparking allegations of exploitation among applicants. Reports indicate that these brokers are monopolizing the visa application process, creating significant challenges......

In a comprehensive reflection on Morocco's 25-year journey under King Mohammed VI, Spanish newspaper El País paints a vivid picture of transformation and progress. Leading Spanish newspaper *El País* recently published an article commemorating the 25th anniversary of King Mohammed......

In a landmark ruling, a court in Tangier, Morocco, has sentenced seven individuals implicated in the high-profile case involving French businessman Jacques Bouthier. The court's decision comes after Bouthier's arrest in May 2022 on multiple rape allegations against Moroccan women. One of the......

Tensions are rising in Morocco's healthcare sector as unionized workers prepare to stage nationwide strikes on July 9-11 to voice their grievances over low salaries and poor working conditions. This marks the latest in a series of protests that have disrupted medical services in the country in recent......

In a significant stride towards depicting Morocco's dynamic demographic landscape, Ahmed Lahlimi, the esteemed High Commissioner for Planning, unveiled the details of the communication campaign for the 2024 General Census of Population and Housing (RGPH) during a landmark event in Rabat on Wednesday. Marking......

Following the High Approval of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Commander of the Faithful and President of the Supreme Council of Ulema, the esteemed council will convene its 33rd ordinary session on July 5 and 6 in Rabat. This pivotal gathering underscores the council's unwavering commitment to addressing......

In a sobering report that sheds light on the conditions within Morocco's correctional facilities, the National Council for Human Rights (CNDH) has disclosed a shocking 249 deaths recorded in the nation's prisons during 2023. The council's annual findings, presented today in Rabat by its president,......

In a somber announcement that has cast a shadow over the Kingdom of Morocco, the Royal Palace revealed the passing of Her Royal Highness Princess Lalla Latifa, mother of King Mohammed VI, on Saturday, June 29, 2024. Princess Lalla Latifa, revered as the wife of the late King Hassan II, leaves behind......

As Morocco prepares to celebrate the 54th birthday of Prince Moulay Rachid on June 20th, the nation pays tribute to a figure whose influence spans academia, culture, and sports. With a legacy that defies singular definition, the prince has carved a niche as a multifaceted luminary, leaving an indelible......

In a move aimed at strengthening ties with Moroccan graduates of French higher education institutions, the French government has unveiled a new streamlined visa application process. While not guaranteeing automatic visa issuance, the initiative promises a simplified procedure and a "benevolent"......

In a solemn revelation from Abdelilah Daddas, the Consul General of Morocco in Jeddah, five Moroccan pilgrims have tragically passed away in Mecca since the commencement of the 2024/1445 Hajj season. The consul's candid conversation with Radio Aswat on Wednesday shed light on these sombre incidents. Daddas......