In Morocco, the arrival of Eid al-Adha, known locally as Eid al-Kabir or "The Big Feast," heralds a celebration that seamlessly intertwines religious devotion, familial togetherness, and culinary delights. This annual Islamic observance commemorates the Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to......

Catalonia and Madrid Lead Regions in New Citizenship Grants In a significant demographic shift, Moroccans have emerged as the most prominent recipients of Spanish nationalities in 2023, according to the National Institute of Statistics (INE). A total of 54,027 Moroccans were granted Spanish citizenship......

In a time-honored tradition, His Majesty King Mohammed VI, the esteemed custodian of the Moroccan throne, is set to lead the sacred Eid Al-Adha prayers at the renowned Hassan II Mosque in the historic city of Tetouan. This solemn occasion, scheduled for Monday, June 17, 2024, marks one of the most significant......

Government Issues Safety Advisory to Ensure Public Safety During the Festive Period As Morocco prepares for the celebratory period of Eid Al Adha, set to commence on Monday, the National Road Safety Agency (NARSA) has released a detailed advisory, urging all road users to exercise increased caution.......

In a commendable effort to preserve rare and endangered species, Crocoparc Agadir, Morocco's premier zoological park, is preparing to welcome a significant addition to its reptilian residents. This Friday, the park will receive 16 crocodiles from the renowned Aquarium Aquatis in Lausanne, Switzerland. In......

The controversial decision to rename "Youssef ben Tachfine" street in Fez has ignited widespread opposition, with many Moroccans arguing that it distorts the nation's historical and cultural identity. Khalid Hajjoubi, President of the Marinids District Council in Fez, finds himself at......

Meteorological Alert Issued for Several Provinces Morocco is gearing up for a turbulent Eid Al Adha weekend as the General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM) has issued an orange alert for strong winds and dust storms across multiple regions. The warning spans from Friday to Saturday, predicting wind......

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......

Government explores modernizing legal notice publication with new Civil Procedure Code In a significant move towards modernization, the Moroccan government is contemplating amendments to the Civil Procedure Code that would permit legal announcements to be published on digital news platforms, expanding......

Morocco has been struck by a series of tragic events, as a second teenage student has taken her own life, following closely on the heels of a similar heartbreaking incident earlier in the week. Reports emerged today of a 15-year-old girl who ended her life on Tuesday in Tetouan, a city in northern Morocco.......

In a remarkable achievement, Morocco has succeeded in reducing the number of child laborers by an astonishing 94% over the past two decades, as affirmed by Younes Sekkouri, Minister of Economic Inclusion, Small Business, Employment, and Skills, during a session on the prohibition of child labor at the......

Speculation swirls that frozen cat corpses found in a landfill may be linked to illegal animal testing, sorcery rituals, or the acts of a disturbed individual, sparking public outrage. A video posted by a well-known sanitation worker in Morocco documenting his discovery of frozen cat corpses in a landfill......

In a case that has sent shockwaves through the nation, the Fez Court of First Instance specializing in financial crimes has handed down a series of verdicts, sentencing 34 individuals for their roles in a sinister newborn trafficking ring. The investigation, which first came to light in January, unveiled......