Marrakech Police Crackdown Targets Urban Crime and Illegal Activities
4 September 2024
Several people have been arrested in Marrakech for prostitution, alcohol consumption, begging and others as part of the fight against urban incivilities.
Alcohol
Morocco’s Alcohol Tax Revenue Soars 66% as Consumption Rises Despite Higher Prices
6 August 2024
The tax on alcohol has not limited the consumption of Moroccans. On the contrary, the consumption of alcoholic beverages has increased sharply in the kingdom, leading to a (…)
Deadly Bootleg Alcohol Claims 3 Lives, Sickens 18 in Kenitra Province
4 June 2024
Three people died and 18 others are under medical supervision after consuming adulterated alcohol in Sidi Allal Tazi, in the province of Kenitra.
Drunk Driver Rams 4 People at Agadir Police Checkpoint After Road Rage Incident
13 May 2024
The driver of a rental car violently hit four people who had gotten out of their vehicle to complain about his lack of road courtesy at the police checkpoint in Agadir.
Heineken Secures New Exclusive Distributor in Morocco After 20-Year Partnership Ends
12 May 2024
After ending its partnership with the Société des boissons du Maroc (SBM), the Moroccan subsidiary of the French Castel group, the Dutch giant Heineken has found its new (…)
Tragic Death of Young Girl After Party in Marrakech Tourist Complex
19 April 2024
A young girl was found dead in Marrakech, after spending a drunken evening in a tourist complex in Sidi Brahim, prefecture of Marrakech, in the company of two young men from (…)
Moroccan Nightlife Slows as Some Observe Pre-Ramadan Alcohol Fast
20 February 2024
In order to prepare for the holy month of Ramadan, some Moroccans are making the resolution to stop consuming alcohol and frequenting nightclubs forty days before. A practice (…)
Morocco to Raise Alcohol Taxes, Prices Set to Surge from February 15
7 February 2024
Bad news for alcohol consumers. They should expect in the coming days an increase in the prices of wines, beers and spirits.
Police Bust Counterfeit Alcohol Ring in Agadir, Three Arrested
5 February 2024
The judicial police elements in Agadir arrested three individuals on Friday for their alleged involvement in a case of counterfeit alcoholic beverages trafficking.
Morocco Warns of Deadly Counterfeit Alcohol Risks During New Year Celebrations
31 December 2023
Despite the efforts made by the competent authorities, adulterated alcohol is still circulating in Morocco. Enough to raise concerns during this end-of-year holiday season.