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CNDH urges immediate action on housing safety after Fez building collapses kill 22

The National Council for Human Rights (CNDH) has called for urgent measures to ensure adequate housing rights following the collapse of two residential buildings in Fez, which left 22 dead and 16 injured. The tragedy occurred in the Al Massira district’s Al Moustakbal neighborhood between Tuesday......

Prosecutor denies claims of detention following protest by families of Leqliaa victims

The Public Prosecutor at the Court of First Instance in Rabat refuted circulating social media claims alleging the detention of relatives of the “victims of the Leqliaa events.” According to an official statement, the information is entirely unfounded. The prosecutor explained that on December......

Investigation launched after building collapse in Fez during family celebration

Judicial authorities in Fez have opened an investigation to determine the causes and circumstances of the tragic collapse of two adjacent buildings on Tuesday night in the Al Massira neighborhood, located in the Bensouda area. The announcement was made by the public prosecutor at the city’s Court......

Spain funds program for voluntary return of migrants in Morocco

Spain has announced a funding initiative to support undocumented migrants in Morocco, allocating €346,535 to assist individuals wishing to return to their home countries voluntarily. The total funding for the program, approved by the Spanish government, amounts to €646,535, with the remainder......

Morocco strengthens response to violence against women in key Bouskoura meeting

A high level regional meeting in Bouskoura has placed renewed emphasis on Morocco’s commitment to protecting women who are survivors of violence. Bringing together senior government, judicial and international stakeholders, the event focused on improving the way institutions respond to violence......

Building collapse in Fès: death toll rises to 22 amid construction irregularities

Tragedy struck the Moroccan city of Fès as two adjacent buildings collapsed in the Al Moustakbal neighborhood, raising the death toll to 22. Initial reports suggest that the structures, which were authorized for only two floors, were illegally extended to four stories, potentially causing the......

Casablanca: hypercentre underground parking opens to the public

Casablanca has inaugurated its new Hypercentre underground parking facility, aiming to enhance the availability of parking spaces in the city center. Located near the Hyatt Regency Hotel, the parking structure spans two levels, offering 703 parking spaces across approximately 13,000 m² of subterranean......

Truck crashes into buildings in Fnideq, death toll rises to six

The death toll from a tragic accident in Fnideq has risen to six, local authorities reported. The incident occurred on Saturday, December 6, when a truck carrying a large load of construction materials collided with two residential and commercial buildings. Initial reports had indicated four fatalities......

Tétouan taxi driver arrested after endangering road users

Moroccan police arrested a 39-year-old taxi driver in Tétouan on Monday morning after he allegedly committed multiple serious traffic violations and refused to comply with law enforcement orders. The operation was carried out by officers from the Tangier police prefecture in coordination with......

Tragedy in Fnideq: death toll rises to four after truck accident

The death toll from Saturday’s truck accident in the town center of Fnideq has risen to four, with eight others injured, local authorities confirmed. The collision involved a large truck carrying construction materials that struck two buildings after a brake failure caused the driver to lose control......

Marjane honors Moroccan football fans ahead of AFCON 2025

As the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations approaches, Moroccan retail giant Marjane is launching a nationwide campaign to celebrate the country’s football supporters. The initiative aims to highlight the energy, passion, and unity of fans of the Lions de l’Atlas, offering a unique immersive experience......

Errachidia burn victim airlifted in critical condition to Tangier university hospital

Morocco’s Ministry of Health and Social Protection carried out an urgent medical evacuation for a man in critical condition, transferring him from the city of Errachidia to the specialized burn unit at the University Hospital Center (CHU) of Tangier. In a statement, the regional health directorate......

Derb Ghallef market in Casablanca: mall rumors denied by officials and merchants

Casablanca, December 5, 2025 – Rumors that Casablanca’s famous Derb Ghallef market, known locally as a “joutiya,” will be replaced by a 7-hectare shopping mall have been firmly denied by both market representatives and local authorities. Abdelhadi Ouaadoud, spokesperson for the......

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