Society

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......

As the world observes the World Day Against Child Labor on June 12, 2024, Morocco takes stock of this concerning issue. In 2023, out of 7,775,000 children aged 7 to 17, 110,000 were engaged in economic activities, representing 1.4% of this age group. However, the phenomenon remains more prevalent in......

A recent incident at the Saint-Charles train station in Marseille has sparked a storm of outrage and accusations of racial discrimination after a video of French train security officers forcibly arresting an elderly Moroccan woman went viral. The video, which surfaced on social media platforms such......

In a significant development following the harrowing tainted alcohol incident that claimed at least 15 lives in the Sidi Allal Tazi commune, authorities have arrested the alleged ringleader behind the methanol trafficking network. Approximately a week after the tragedy unfolded, the investigation conducted......

In a distressing report released by the General Directorate of National Security (DGSN), 18 lives were lost and 2,704 individuals sustained injuries, 95 of them severe, due to 1,993 traffic accidents within urban areas during the week spanning June 3rd to June 9th. These sobering statistics serve as......

In a nation that places paramount importance on the well-being of its youngest citizens, Morocco has made remarkable strides in ensuring the comprehensive protection and care of children. This commitment was underscored by El Hassan Daki, the Procureur Général du Roi près la Cour......

In a heart-wrenching incident that has sent shockwaves through the educational community, a 17-year-old student from Hassan II High School in Safi, Morocco, ended her life by jumping off the Jorf Amouni cliff. This tragic event unfolded on the first day of the baccalaureate exams for the June 2024 session. According......

Amid preparations for the annual pilgrimage of Hajj, Saudi Arabian authorities have launched a sweeping operation to clear Mecca of hundreds of thousands of unregistered pilgrims. The move, aimed at ensuring a smooth and secure Hajj experience, has seen security forces turning away over 150,000 foreigners......

In a poignant address, Moroccan Member of Parliament Ikram El Hannaoui has called for immediate action to confront the distressing surge in suicide cases plaguing the northern region of Taounate. Her plea highlights the urgency of tackling this grave societal issue that has long cast a somber pall over......

In a daring operation, the Royal Gendarmerie of Had Soualem has dismantled a criminal gang specializing in an audacious scheme of car theft. The culprits employed a clever ruse, using tow trucks to divert attention from their activities and evade law enforcement scrutiny. However, their plan unraveled......

In a nation grappling with deep-rooted corruption, Morocco finds itself ensnared in a web of informal practices, where personal connections and bribery have become the norm for securing employment and navigating bureaucratic labyrinths. The Arab Barometer's latest report unveils the stark realities......

In a convergence of celestial spectacle, Morocco stands poised for the imminent advent of Eid Al Adha, the revered "Feast of Sacrifice," on June 17th. The anticipation arises from the precise astronomical predictions of Abdelhafid Bani, President of the Association Astronomy of Rabat, whose......

As the crescent moon ushers in the holy festival of Eid Al-Adha, Morocco stands prepared to embrace the occasion with an abundance of sacrificial livestock. The Moroccan government has meticulously orchestrated a comprehensive plan, ensuring that the nation's culinary traditions are upheld with a......