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Suspect Arrested in Nador, Morocco, Linked to Human Trafficking and Forging Schengen Visa Documents

In a meticulously planned operation last Friday, authorities in Nador, Morocco, apprehended a suspected leader of a significant forgery and human trafficking network. Reports suggest that the individual in question was in possession of a cache of counterfeit visas, stamps, contracts, and various fabricated......

Investment Partnership to Accelerate Morocco's Industrial Growth

In a move set to turbocharge Morocco's industrial sector, the Moroccan Agency for Investment and Export Development (AMDIE) has forged a groundbreaking partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC). This collaboration, aimed at enticing foreign investments and bolstering Moroccan companies'......

Morocco's Tourism Industry Soars to New Heights, Raking in Record $10.5 Billion in Revenue

In a remarkable feat, Morocco's tourism sector surged to unprecedented heights in 2023, boasting a staggering $10.5 billion in revenue, according to recently released data. This figure, which represents a notable 12% increase compared to pre-pandemic levels in 2019, underscores the industry's......

Morocco's Dams: Record Low Water Levels Signal Dire Water Scarcity

Morocco is grappling with a pressing water crisis as its dams approach drought levels, triggering concerns over dwindling water reserves nationwide. Recent data from the Ministry of Equipment and Water has revealed a bleak reality: the country's dams are currently at a mere 23% capacity, marking......

Morocco's Tourism Boom: French Visitors Propel Record-Breaking Influx

Morocco experienced an unprecedented surge in tourism in 2023, as a staggering 4.88 million French tourists flocked to the North African nation. This influx accounted for over one-third of the total 14.5 million tourists who visited Morocco last year, as per data released by Morocco's National Tourism......

Morocco Aims for 10% Green Share in Central Bank Reserves

In a significant move towards sustainability, Morocco is charting a green course with its central bank spearheading the effort. Abdellatif Jouahri, the governor of Bank Al-Maghrib, Morocco's central bank, announced on Friday the ambitious goal of increasing the allocation of foreign currency reserves......

Morocco Bolsters Wheat Imports to Mitigate Impact of Persistent Drought

Morocco grapples with prolonged dry conditions that have significantly affected cereal production, leading the government to implement new measures to enhance wheat imports. On Thursday, Morocco's National Grain Agency (ONICL) unveiled a fresh set of subsidies to encourage companies to import and......

Morocco Establishes Renewable Energy Foothold with New Wind Turbine Blade Facility

Morocco is solidifying its position as a leader in renewable energy with the imminent commencement of operations at its new wind turbine blade production facility. In a significant milestone, Chinese manufacturer Aeolon recently inaugurated the facility in the city of Nador, marking a monumental investment......

Battling Drought: Rabat Implements Stringent Water Conservation Measures

Amidst worsening drought conditions in Morocco, authorities in Rabat have rolled out stringent measures to curb water consumption for non-essential purposes. Announced on January 30th by Governor Mohamed Yacoubi, the directive prohibits the use of potable water for tasks such as street cleaning, public......