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Keywords: Activism


Moroccan Activist Faces Prison After Earthquake Aid Criticism

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......

Digital Dissent Surges in Algeria as #Manich_Rady Movement Calls for January Protests

A new wave of digital activism is sweeping across Algeria, with citizens mobilizing under the hashtag #Manich_Rady ("I'm Not Satisfied") to organize nationwide protests scheduled for January 1, 2025. The movement echoes the spirit of the 2019 Hirak protests that led to significant political......

UN Group Declares Detention of Nasser Zefzafi Arbitrary Amid Government Denial

A United Nations Working Group has determined that the detention of Nasser Zefzafi, a prominent figure in Morocco's Hirak Rif movement, constitutes a violation of international law. Three international organizations—Committee for Justice, Freedom House, and MENA Rights Group—applauded......

Morocco’s Call to Action: Tackling Gender-Based Violence for a Safer Future

In a concerning revelation, a 2023 study by Morocco’s National Council for Human Rights (NCH) found that 33% of women in the country have experienced digital violence. This troubling figure highlights the broader spectrum of gender-based violence—physical, psychological, sexual, and economic—that......

Guilty Pleas in the Assassination of Former Air India Bombing Suspect Ripudaman Singh Malik

In a significant development in Canadian criminal justice, two men have admitted to their involvement in the second-degree murder of Ripudaman Singh Malik, a Sikh businessman previously acquitted of charges related to the infamous 1985 Air India bombing. Tanner Fox and Jose Lopez entered their guilty......

Toyota Motor Corp Reassesses DEI Initiatives and Halts LGBTQ Sponsorships

In a significant shift, Toyota Motor Corp. has announced it will refocus its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs and discontinue its sponsorship of LGBTQ events. The Japanese carmaker cited a “highly politicized discussion” surrounding corporate commitments to DEI as a primary......

Morocco Grapples with Pervasive Sexual Harassment: A Call for Societal Change

Recent incidents of sexual harassment in Morocco have reignited discussions about the safety of women in public spaces and the need for societal change. A shocking video from Tangier, showing a young woman being assaulted by teenagers in broad daylight, has brought the issue into sharp focus. The incident,......

Jane Fonda's Call to Action: Mobilizing Youth for a Climate Revolution

In a powerful and timely address, iconic activist Jane Fonda has ignited a fire under the youth of America, urging them to rise and make their voices heard in the upcoming elections. With a passion that has defined her career, Fonda highlighted the critical role young voters play in shaping the nation's......

EU's Unexpected Move: Algerian Spread Banned, Sparking Online Uproar

In a surprising turn of events, the European Union (EU) has imposed a ban on a beloved Algerian spread, El Mordjene, sending shockwaves through social media platforms and leaving many consumers bewildered. This unexpected development has sparked a frenzy of discussions and debates, with individuals expressing......

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