Society
In a climate of rising tensions between traditional taxi drivers and those operating through ride-hailing apps, the Democratic Transport Union—Taxi Sector has issued a warning regarding the violent turn this conflict is taking in several major cities across the Kingdom. In recent weeks, there......
Legal scholars, policymakers, and representatives from civil society will gather at the Private University of Fez (UPF) on April 12 for a significant conference focused on the Moroccan family code, known as the Moudawana. This event, hosted by the Higher Institute of Political and Legal Sciences, aims......
Migrants from Morocco ranked among the top three nationalities subject to expulsion orders from European Union countries in the last quarter of 2023, according to recent Eurostat data. During this period, EU member states issued nearly 125,000 expulsion orders against migrants who entered the bloc illegally.......
In a gesture of compassion during Eid al-Fitr, His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Amir Al-Mouminine, has granted royal grace to 1,533 individuals sentenced by various courts throughout the Kingdom, as announced by the Ministry of Justice. The official statement details the distribution of royal grace among......
Morocco’s High Commission for Planning (HCP) has released troubling data highlighting the ongoing issue of domestic violence and various forms of abuse faced by women and young girls in the country. This report draws on key findings from a 2019 survey focused on violence against young girls in......
The Moroccan prison authority has announced a significant policy shift allowing inmates to receive food baskets for Eid Al Fitr, marking a rare exception to the usual regulations surrounding prison visits. This initiative is set to commence on the second day of Eid and will be available for one week,......
In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, Moroccan police seized nearly two tons of hashish during an operation in Kenitra on Thursday. The operation was initiated following precise intelligence from the General Directorate for Territorial Surveillance (DGST), leading to the interception of a utility......
His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Commander of the Faithful, will preside over a religious vigil on Thursday evening, March 27, 2025, at the Royal Palace in Rabat, in commemoration of the sacred Laylat al-Qadr, despite recent health challenges. In a statement released by the Ministry of the Royal Household,......
Recent data from the Direction Générale de la Sûreté Nationale (DGSN) reveals a troubling surge in road accidents across Moroccan cities, with 22 fatalities and 2,490 injuries reported during the week of March 17-23. The statistics indicate that 109 individuals sustained serious......
Morocco has made strides in enhancing women’s political and legal rights, yet significant hurdles persist in achieving economic and financial inclusion. The recently published African Women’s Inclusion Index (AWII) 2025 highlights that Morocco ranks 32nd out of 42 African nations, with a......
Morocco’s commitment to continuous reform is pivotal in reinforcing the rule of law and fostering a just, inclusive society. Amina Bouayach, president of Morocco’s National Human Rights Council (CNDH), recently presented the country’s extensive approach to human rights and gender reform......
Témara incident highlights tensions over public space enforcement A recent incident in Témara has drawn significant attention, involving a woman who slapped a local authority figure, known as a caïd, during a public space enforcement operation. This altercation occurred amidst a routine......
Morocco's High Council of Ulemas has announced that the value of Zakat Al Fitr for this year is set at MAD 23 (approximately $2.38). This charitable contribution serves as a vital obligation within the Islamic faith, aimed at supporting disadvantaged communities. Zakat Al Fitr is recognized as a......
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