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Morocco Launches Ambitious Public Transport Overhaul

In a significant move to modernize its road transport sector, Morocco’s Ministry of Transport and Logistics has unveiled two comprehensive programs under the "Safe Bus" initiative. These efforts, set to roll out in 2024, aim to rejuvenate public transport vehicles and enhance road infrastructure,......

InDrive Pledges Full Cooperation in Moroccan Passenger Assault Investigation

In a recent development that has sent ripples through Morocco's ride-sharing industry, InDrive, a prominent player in the sector, has publicly affirmed its commitment to assist Moroccan authorities in investigating a reported assault on one of its passengers. The incident, which has ignited a fierce......

Spain Grapples with Deportation Dilemma: Moroccan Immigrants' Return Rate at 27%

In recent years, Spain has found itself navigating the complex waters of immigration enforcement, particularly concerning the execution of deportation orders. Official data reveals a striking discrepancy between the number of orders issued and those actually carried out, especially in the case of Moroccan......

Moroccan Health Workers Demand Better Wages and Conditions Amid Nationwide Strikes

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......

Comprehensive Report on the Sahara Escobar Case in Morocco

The Sahara Escobar case has shaken the political landscape in Morocco, revealing a complex web of corruption and illicit activities at the highest levels of the country's ruling class. The case centers around Abdenbi Bioui, the former president of the Oriental (Oujda) region in northeastern Morocco,......

Scorching Heatwave Set to Sear Moroccan Provinces with Temperatures Soaring Up to 47°C

The regions of Beni Mellal-Khenifra, Marrakech-Safi, Souss-Massa, and Guelmim Oued Noun are bracing for an intense heatwave, with forecasts predicting some of the highest temperatures recorded this season.  The Moroccan Directorate General of Meteorology (DGM) has issued an "orange" alert,......

Unveiling Morocco's Demographic Landscape: The Cartographic Endeavors of the 2024 General Census

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......

Supreme Council of Ulema Convenes 33rd Ordinary Session Following Royal Directive

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......

Casablanca Embarks on Ambitious Rehousing Initiative to Eradicate Slums

In a groundbreaking move to address the pressing issue of inadequate housing, the Council of the Casablanca-Settat region has unveiled an ambitious program to relocate and rehouse 62,000 families currently residing in the region's informal settlements. This comprehensive initiative, aligned with......

Alarming Rise in Fatalities and Hunger Strikes in Moroccan Prisons

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,......

A Compassionate Roadmap: Minister Hayar Unveils Initiatives to Support the Elderly, Disabled, and Abandoned Children

In a comprehensive address to Parliament, Aawatif Hayar, the Minister of Solidarity, Social Integration, and Family, unveiled her ministry's strategic roadmap to tackle the pressing challenges faced by the elderly, disabled individuals, and abandoned children. Her response directly addressed deputies'......

Morocco Mourns the Passing of Princess Lalla Latifa: Mother of King Mohammed VI

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......

Tata Province Poised for Transformative Development with MAD 1.45 Billion Investment

In a resounding affirmation of the government's commitment to fostering inclusive growth across Morocco, the Head of Government, Aziz Akhannouch, announced an impressive investment of over MAD 1.45 billion for the comprehensive development of Tata province. This substantial financial injection aims......