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  • Morocco to Ban Slaughter of Female Sheep to Protect National Herd
    20 March, by Sylvanus

    The Minister of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development and Water and Forests, Ahmed El Bouari, intends to generalize the ban on the slaughter of female sheep in slaughterhouses.
    Banning the slaughter of ewes in approved slaughterhouses and developing a draft law to structure the livestock sector. These are among the measures taken by Ahmed El Bouari to preserve the national herd and ensure the sustainability of livestock farming. Already in effect, the ban on slaughtering ewes (…)

  • Marrakech’s Iconic Jemaa el-Fna Square Set for Major Renovation
    21 March, by Sylvanus

    The authorities of Marrakech are working on the rehabilitation of Jemaa El Fna Square, a global cultural symbol and an integral part of the human heritage listed by UNESCO, and the souks that surround it.
    The development project for the historic Jemaa el-Fna Square and the surrounding souks in the city of Marrakech will soon be launched, learns the site Rue20. This project aims to preserve the cultural heritage by respecting the historical character and architecture of the square, in (…)

  • Morocco Partners with India’s Tata to Produce WhAP Combat Vehicles Locally
    23 March, by Sylvanus

    The strategic partnership between the National Defense Administration (Morocco) and Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL), a subsidiary of the Indian conglomerate Tata Group, is taking on a new dimension.
    In September 2024, the National Defense Administration and Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL), a subsidiary of the international Tata Group conglomerate, had allied to produce the WhAP 8x8 ground combat vehicle locally at the plant named TATA Advanced Systems Morocco (TASM) in Morocco. (…)

  • France Introduces New Online Process for Foreign Student Visa Renewals
    23 March, by Sylvanus

    The prefect of the North draws the attention of all foreign students in France to the new conditions for renewing a residence permit.
    "The application for a residence permit with the mention "student" or "student-mobility program" is made online on the website of the digital administration of foreigners in France (ANEF)," specifies the prefect of the North in a press release published on the French government website. A flyer is made available to them to better understand the procedure to (…)

  • Morocco Tax Authorities Crack Down on Suspicious Company Divestitures
    23 March, by Sylvanus

    The proliferation of dubious company divestitures is raising the suspicions of the central control services of the Directorate General of Taxes (DGI).
    Based on the reports from the investigation service, data processing and monitoring of digital activities within the department, the central control services of the Directorate General of Taxes (DGI) have launched an in-depth audit operation concerning the proliferation of divestitures of dubious companies with no real commercial, (…)

  • Rabat Residents Face Displacement as City Modernization Plans Advance
    25 March, by Sylvanus

    The modernization projects in Rabat, involving demolitions, are eliciting mixed reactions among residents. While the objective of a "modern and connected" Rabat is generally understood, the lack of concrete rehousing proposals and support for affected people is raising concerns.
    "We have never had a problem with the landlord. We pay our rent every month and have always maintained the house at our own expense. [...] My elderly mother did not accept the idea of being ’chased’ from her (…)

  • French Police Directive on Legal Immigrants Sparks Outrage Among Rights Groups
    28 March, by Sylvanus

    The Magistrates’ Union, the Lawyers’ Union and the League of Human Rights are up in arms against a police note that infringes on the rights of certain foreigners legally established in France.
    Signed by Philippe Jos, interdepartmental director of the national police (DIPN), on November 20, 2024, this service note targets foreigners in a regular situation. The text mentions the implementation of a new procedure that can lead to the degradation, withdrawal or cancellation of residence (…)

  • Moroccan Authorities Struggle to Curb Persistent Street Vending
    1 April, by Sylvanus

    Street vendors in Morocco have always had a foothold on the streets despite public policies implemented, investments devoted to the construction of markets and campaigns to free up public space.
    Street vendors, a real headache for the Moroccan authorities? They are unable to overcome this problem. Yet tens of millions of dirhams have been invested in the construction of markets. Campaigns to free up public space have been organized. Commercial premises meeting standards have also been (…)

  • Morocco’s Promised Foundation for Expats Faces Delays, Leaving Issues Unresolved
    4 April, by Sylvanus

    Announced in November 2024 by King Mohammed VI during the commemoration of the 49th Green March, the creation of the Mohammedia Foundation for Moroccans Residing Abroad is struggling to become a reality while the administrative problems faced by Moroccans Residing Abroad (MREs) remain. They call for a surge from the Moroccan Parliament.
    To establish a structured framework, capable of supporting Moroccans in the world, often faced with obstacles in their relations with the administration (…)