Morocco: the proliferation of mentally ill people is worrying Many mentally ill people wander the streets of Morocco, causing concern and fear. Concerned, MP Hayat Laaraich, from the Socialist Union of Popular Forces party, sent a written question to the Ministry of Solidarity and Social Integration. For several weeks, mentally ill people have been settling […]
In Marrakech, the endless headache of stray dogs Interior Minister Abdelouafi Laftit revealed that local authorities, including Marrakech, benefit each year from state subsidies to combat the proliferation of stray dogs. But the phenomenon persists in the ochre city. In response to a question from the parliamentary group of the Popular Movement, the Minister of […]
Burkini banned in several swimming pools in Morocco In Morocco, the ban on wearing burkinis at the swimming pools of some hotels is preventing Muslim women from fully enjoying their summer holidays. The measure is considered discriminatory and a violation of women’s right to wear the clothing of their choice. Every summer, many Muslim women […]
Here are the journalists pardoned by King Mohammed VI On the occasion of the Throne Day celebrated on Tuesday, marking his inauguration 25 years ago, King Mohammed VI granted pardon to 2,476 people. Journalists Taoufik Bouachrine, Omar Radi and Souleimane Raissouni, as well as activists Reda Taoujni and Youssef El Hirech are among the beneficiaries. […]
Overbidding of cafes and restaurants: Moroccans are fed up Photos of high bills for cafes and restaurants have been circulating on social media in Morocco recently, sparking a heated debate over the exorbitant prices charged by these establishments during the summer season. Opinions are divided on the subject. Some believe that the authors of these […]
Morocco: 4-year-old child dies after scorpion sting A four-year-old boy died on Sunday from a scorpion sting near his family home in Oulad Azzouz, in Khouribga province. Stung by a scorpion, the child was urgently transferred by his parents to the emergency room of the Khouribga hospital where he finally died due to the lack […]
Marrakech: Trees Uprooted in Broad Daylight, Residents Angry During this summer period marked by rising temperatures, individuals have uprooted certain trees in broad daylight on Boulevard Allal El Fassi in Marrakech, provoking the indignation of residents. The act occurred at six in the morning, reports the Regional Observatory for the Fight against Corruption and the […]
Risk of tsunami in Morocco? Experts respond The rumor of the installation of tsunami evacuation signs in coastal cities, as well as the recent circulation of videos on social networks showing the retreat of the sea, have raised concerns among Moroccans who fear the imminent occurrence of a natural disaster. Moroccan experts reassure: the probability […]
France recognizes the Moroccanness of the Sahara: Emmanuel Macron changes the situation Long awaited by Rabat, France’s recognition of the Moroccanness of the Sahara is now effective. French President Emmanuel Macron “considers that the present and future of Western Sahara are part of Moroccan sovereignty.” France is now following in the footsteps of the United […]
A giant bridge to open up southern Morocco Nizar Baraka, the Minister of Equipment and Water, launched the construction works of the bridge over the Oued Sakia El Hamra, at the level of the ring road of the city of Laayoune. Costing 1.38 billion dirhams, these works should last 40 months. This project is part […]