Spanish prisons: a quarter of foreign prisoners are Moroccan Moroccans represent the largest nationality in Spanish prisons, with 3,841 individuals, or 27% of the total. This figure places Morocco far ahead of other nationalities, exceeding the number of Colombian, Romanian and Algerian detainees combined. Colombians constitute the second most represented nationality with 1,502 detainees (11%), […]
The dirham falls against the euro The Moroccan dirham depreciated by 0.13% against the euro and appreciated by 0.47% against the US dollar during the period from October 24 to 30, 2024, according to Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM). During this period, no auction operations were carried out on the foreign exchange market, BAM reports in its […]
Spain sends warship off Morocco The Spanish Navy deployed the amphibious assault ship Galicia (L-51) to the city of Melilla, near Moroccan waters. A clear message sent to the kingdom which claims this territory. The Galicia (L-51) is an imposing ship, 160 meters long and 13,000 tonnes in displacement. Its main mission is to deploy […]
Morocco: fake sorcerer, real crook The Tinghir Court of First Instance sentenced a forty-year-old to two years in prison accused of practicing ruqya on women whom he photographed in compromising positions in order to defraud them. Prosecuted for fraud, threat of disclosure of compromising facts, sexual harassment, defamation and illegal exercise of an activity, the […]
Games of chance: a heated debate in Morocco MPs expressed their concern about the imposition of a tax on games of chance, fearing that this measure provided for in the 2025 finance bill would lead to a legalization of the practice of these games among minors, as well as than money laundering. How to impose […]
Marrakech: a British tourist falls into a… manhole A 74-year-old British tourist suffered a serious fall into an unsecured manhole in Marrakech, where she was on vacation. Rushed to a clinic in the city, her injuries sparked indignation among tourism professionals. They denounce an incident which tarnishes the image of the destination and endangers the […]
Mint tea and Atlas Lions jersey: Remco Evenepoel on vacation in Morocco Belgian cyclist Remco Evenepoel, double Olympic champion, is taking a well-deserved rest in Morocco after a grueling season. The Soudal Quick-Step team rider is currently on vacation in Morocco with his wife, Oumi Rayane, of Moroccan origin. The couple is currently enjoying a […]
Interpol: the 11 most wanted Moroccans on the planet Eleven Moroccans are currently wanted by the international police organization: Interpol. These individuals, under international warrants, are accused of serious crimes and misdemeanors. The crimes accused of these Moroccans or of Moroccan origin are multiple and very serious. Among them are accusations of rape, murder, pimping, […]
PSG – Lens: Achraf Hakimi’s notes by the sports press The Moroccan right-back once again shone during Paris Saint-Germain’s victory against Lens (1-0). His performances did not escape the specialist press who praised his impact on the Parisian game. Faced with a solid Lens defense, Luis Enrique’s PSG needed a Hakimi in top form to […]
A Frenchman arrested in Morocco A 30-year-old man of Franco-Algerian nationality was arrested at Mohammed V airport in Casablanca. Moroccan authorities arrested him following the discovery of an international arrest warrant issued by France. The individual is accused of several crimes, including death threats, assault and damage to property, as well as insulting an officer. […]