Spain Warns Citizens to Avoid Moroccan-Algerian Border Amid Security Concerns
14 May 2024
The Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation advises Spanish nationals present in Morocco to stay away from the Algerian borders.
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Morocco Cracks Down on Taxi Scams, Aims to Modernize Services Nationwide
13 May 2024
In Morocco, many licenses have been revoked from taxi drivers who are not in order. Abdelouafi Laftit, Minister of the Interior, assures that his department is striving to (…)
Booking.com’s Foreign Currency Policy Sparks Outcry Among Moroccan Tourism Operators
11 May 2024
The online booking platform, Booking.com continues to dictate its law to Moroccan hoteliers, as well as travel agencies, causing huge economic losses.
Moroccan Digital Minister Denies Luxury Car Purchases, Clarifies Vehicle Tender
10 May 2024
Ghita Mezzour, Minister Delegate in charge of Digital Transition and Administrative Reform, denied the acquisition of a luxury car for 2.48 million dirhams and another for 1.27 (…)
Morocco Denies Talks on Raising Retirement Age to 65 Amid Pension Reform Debate
8 May 2024
While opposition deputies reject the government of Aziz Akhannouch’s plan to raise the retirement age to 65, Younes Sekkouri, the Minister of Economic Integration, (…)
Morocco’s Insurance Industry Grapples with Rising Fraud, Costing Millions
6 May 2024
In Morocco, fraudulent practices in the sector of companies offering insurance continue to multiply, much to the dismay of insurers.
UK Warns Travelers: Check Passport Rules Before Visiting Morocco
3 May 2024
The Foreign Office (UK Foreign Office) advises British tourists wishing to travel to Morocco to carefully examine the passport requirements set by the Moroccan authorities.
Tangier Authorities Demolish Unauthorized Buildings, Including Those of Elected Officials
1 May 2024
In Tangier, the local authorities have ordered the demolition of several buildings built without authorization in several neighborhoods, some of which belonged to elected (…)
French Schools in Morocco Face Backlash Over Steep Tuition Hikes
28 April 2024
The increase announced by the Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE) in tuition fees for the 2024-2025 school year is not well received by parents.
Wild Serval Spotted in Tangier Forest, Authorities Launch Search
24 April 2024
The city of Tangier is on alert. And for good reason, a serval has been spotted in a forest, causing general panic and the mobilization of water and forestry agents.