Spain’s Minister of Inclusion, Social Security, and Migration, Elma Saiz, has praised the collaborative efforts between Morocco and Spain in advancing circular migration, particularly through the innovative “Wafira” program. The initiative, designed to promote women’s entrepreneurship......

James Humble, a British YouTuber and content creator celebrated for his profound affinity for Morocco, has recently converted to Islam. Known on Instagram as Mr Humble (@mrjameshumble), he announced this pivotal moment on his YouTube channel, sharing a heartfelt video where he recited the Shahada, the......

In a significant demonstration of its border security capabilities, Morocco thwarted 78,685 irregular migration attempts in 2024, according to the country’s Ministry of Interior. The data underscores the nation’s ongoing efforts to address migration pressures amid regional instability and......

In a significant crackdown on international drug trafficking, Moroccan authorities at the El Guerguerat border post, located south of Dakhla, successfully intercepted 37 kilograms and 683 grams of cocaine. The operation, carried out with the assistance of sniffer dogs and advanced border control measures,......

Four Moroccan truck drivers have gone missing in a volatile region near the Burkina Faso-Niger border, raising alarm among transport professionals and authorities. The incident, which occurred on January 18, highlights the escalating security risks in an area increasingly plagued by jihadist activity. The......

A new survey from Mediterranean Meetings for Cinema and Human Rights sheds light on the alarming prevalence of gender-based violence in Morocco's film industry. The study found that 80% of participants had either witnessed or experienced gender-based violence during their careers. The most common......

In Sidi Yahia, an unusual and concerning practice has taken root among taxi drivers: prohibiting passengers from wearing seatbelts. Despite this being in clear violation of traffic laws, the habit has become widespread, raising alarm among road safety advocates and residents alike. A local resident,......

A significant academic conference held at Melilla's Hospital del Rey on January 17 brought together specialists from universities in Naples and Paris to discuss integrating Tamazight into the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages. The event coincided with Yennayer, the traditional Amazigh......

The Moroccan judiciary has sentenced activist Said Ait Mahdi to a three-month prison term for his criticism of local authorities' handling of earthquake recovery efforts in the Marrakech region. The verdict, delivered on Monday, also included a fine of 10,000 dirhams ($1,000) in damages to each civil......

In a significant recognition of her dedication to human rights advocacy, Amina Bouayach, President of Morocco's National Human Rights Council (CNDH), has received the 2025 Mediterranean Foundation Award. The ceremony, held in Naples, Italy, celebrated her outstanding contributions to promoting human......

Beauty content creator and social media personality Abir Chetita, widely known as "Enjoy your makeup," passed away in the early hours of Friday following complications during an emergency cesarean section in Rabat, Morocco. Chetita, who was in her ninth month of pregnancy, was rushed to a......

A court in Beni Mellal has handed down prison sentences to two individuals following a tragic security operation that resulted in the death of police officer Abdelghni Redouane. The primary defendant, a 34-year-old man who was wanted on four national warrants for drug trafficking, received a four-and-a-half-year......

Morocco is taking significant steps to strengthen its legal framework for combating violence against women, with Minister of Solidarity Naima Ben Yahya leading comprehensive reform efforts. In a recent address to the House of Representatives, Ben Yahya outlined several key initiatives designed to protect......