Breaking 13:10 Morocco expands direct social support program with 51 billion dirhams distributed 13:03 Morocco secures €250 million to upgrade drinking water infrastructure 11:26 World Cup 2026: Latest updates on injuries to Ezzalzouli and Mazraoui 10:30 Morocco emerges as a strategic hub linking Indian industries to Europe and Africa 10:16 Morocco economy grows 4.9 percent on agriculture rebound and investment surge 07:47 The XI of the Week: Between World Cup fever and rising momentum ahead of the legislative elections 16:30 Moroccan universities gain recognition in the CWUR 2026 global rankings 16:15 Moroccan poultry farmers warn of deepening crisis in the chicken industry 15:45 Morocco strengthens regional healthcare governance through territorial health groups 15:40 African media forum in Bamako pushes narrative sovereignty 15:32 UN envoy begins regional tour on Western Sahara talks 15:18 Police shoot aggressive dog after attack at Azrou station 15:11 Morocco reports progress in education reform and student achievement 15:09 Tahar Ben Jelloun warns of cultural loss as artisans disappear 14:52 Morocco raises duty free allowance for marhaba 2026 travelers 14:35 Xpeng enters Morocco completes North Africa EV push 14:17 Morocco unveils new labor survey as unemployment reaches 10.8% 14:15 Turkish automotive supplier considers Morocco for its first overseas manufacturing facility 13:54 Morocco expands therapeutic cannabis sector with 140 approved products 13:45 Royal Air Maroc launches recruitment drive for 96 airline pilot positions 13:38 OCP launches MAD 5 billion bond to fund green transition

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Moroccan YouTuber arrested following animal welfare complaint

A well-known Moroccan YouTuber, known online as “bn nsns,” has been arrested following a complaint filed by the Moroccan Society for the Protection of Animals (SPA Morocco) over alleged acts of animal mistreatment. According to a statement released by the organization on June 5, 2026, the......

German national arrested in Tangier over international warrant linked to kidnapping case

Security services in Tangier have arrested a German national who was the subject of an international arrest warrant issued by German judicial authorities, Moroccan officials confirmed on Wednesday. The 26-year-old suspect is accused of involvement in serious crimes including kidnapping, unlawful detention,......

Morocco declares 62 cities free of slums under housing program

Morocco has declared 62 cities and urban centers free of slums as part of a long-running national housing policy aimed at improving living conditions for low-income households. Officials said the progress reflects sustained intervention in informal settlements and expanded public housing efforts across......

Morocco faces persistent gender inequality despite legal progress

Morocco has achieved significant legal advances for women over the past two decades, yet structural gender inequalities continue to persist and reproduce themselves, depriving the country of a substantial portion of its economic and social potential, according to a new analysis by former minister Nouzha......

Morocco initiative tackles food waste through digital redistribution platform

Food waste has become a structural challenge in Morocco with social and environmental effects. Data from the Economic, Social and Environmental Council indicate that more than four million tons of food are discarded each year. This represents around 113 kilograms per person annually and reflects a persistent......

Morocco reduces illiteracy but structural gaps persist nationwide

Morocco continues to lower its illiteracy rate, yet the phenomenon remains deeply rooted in society. The National Agency for the Fight against Illiteracy reports a national rate of 24.8% among people aged 10 and above, based on the 2024 population census. This means nearly one in four individuals still......

Child protection case sparks outrage in Morocco after video involving minor

Moroccan authorities have launched legal proceedings against three brothers following the circulation of a video showing a six-years-old child being encouraged to consume an alcoholic beverage. The case has generated widespread public concern and renewed discussions about child protection and parental......

Man arrested in Settat over alleged abuse of nine-years-old son

Moroccan authorities have arrested a man in the province of Settat following allegations of physical abuse involving his nine-years-old son, in a case that has drawn public attention and renewed discussions about child protection and family violence. According to information released by security authorities,......

How Europe's visa outsourcing machine turns travel into a tiered marketplace

VFS Global, the Dubai-headquartered visa processing company majority-owned by private equity giant Blackstone, has built a quietly dominant empire atop what was once a straightforward government function. A year-long coordinated investigation involving more than a dozen media partners across Europe and......

Moroccans top the list as Spain posts record naturalizations in 2025

Spain recorded its highest annual number of naturalizations since statistics were first compiled in 2013, with 299,732 foreign residents acquiring Spanish citizenship in 2025, an 18.7 percent increase compared to the previous year. The figures, released by Spain's National Statistics Institute, position......

Moroccans fear fading community traditions during Eid Al Adha

A growing number of Moroccans believe the communal traditions associated with Eid Al Adha are gradually disappearing as urban lifestyles and economic pressures reshape how families celebrate the religious holiday. A recent reader survey found that collective practices linked to solidarity and neighborhood......

Aït Melloul 2 prison rejects claims about detainee’s health condition

The administration of Aït Melloul 2 Prison has denied allegations circulating on social media regarding the health condition of an inmate linked to the Gdeim Izik case. In an official statement, prison authorities responded to a video shared online claiming that the detainee, identified by the......

Study finds 30.2% unemployment among Morocco’s female higher-education graduates

Two decades of legal reform in Morocco have not translated into proportional gains in women’s social and economic status, a new study by the Centre marocain de recherche et d’analyse des politiques (CEMRAP) finds. The report, prepared by researcher Houda Lanzari, documents persistent gaps......

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