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Morocco22 May 2019

Moroccan Animal Rights Groups Demand Justice for Burned Cats in Safi

Animal protection and rights associations in Safi have been in turmoil for a few days. A man who wanted to take revenge on a woman who was bringing food to some cats decided to burn these pets alive in the city center. Not to leave this heinous act unpunished, which caused a general outcry, the association "Comme chiens et chats Maroc" officially filed a complaint on Monday with the public prosecutor’s office, which in turn ordered the opening of an investigation.

Morocco22 May 2019

Violent Shootout Erupts as Police Attempt Drug Dealer Arrest in Casablanca

Consternation in Casablanca. While police officers went to arrest a drug dealer last Thursday in the Rmila district of Ain Chock, his relatives who came to the rescue tried to free him. This resulted in a sustained exchange of gunfire. This caused a great scare among the population.

Spain22 May 2019

Spain Remains Morocco's Top Trading Partner for 7th Consecutive Year

Morocco and Spain maintain excellent trade relations. This is revealed by the Spanish media El Economista, which reported that for the 7th consecutive year, Spain has established itself as Morocco’s top trade partner in 2018.

France22 May 2019

Muslim Women Stage 'Burkini' Protest at French Municipal Pool

To protest against the internal regulations of swimming pools that they consider "discriminatory", Muslim women supported by the "Alliance citoyenne" collective organized a "burkini operation" last Friday, May 17, in a municipal pool in Grenoble (southeast of France).

Belgium21 May 2019

Belgian Court Halts Forced Return of 4-Year-Old to Morocco Amid Custody Dispute

While her parents are divorced, a 4-year-old Belgian-Moroccan girl living with her father in Belgium, was about to be returned to Casablanca at the request of her mother. Indeed, after long months of silence, the latter filed a complaint against her ex-husband for kidnapping.

Morocco21 May 2019

Dozens Escape as Bus Bursts into Flames at Moroccan Rest Stop

A serious traffic accident that occurred yesterday narrowly avoided casualties. Indeed, a bus carrying several dozen passengers caught fire at a rest area of a service station in Dcheïra.

Morocco21 May 2019

Morocco Gang Rape Trial Delayed: 12 Men Accused in Khadija Case Face June Hearing

While it opened this Tuesday, May 21, 2019, the trial of the 12 men accused of kidnapping and gang rape against the teenager Khadija has been postponed again. At the Beni Mellal court, the defense lawyers and the victim’s lawyer have requested more time to prepare. The next hearing is scheduled for June 25.

Morocco21 May 2019

Marrakech Police Arrest 13 International Fugitives Amid 60,000 Annual Detentions

During the period from May 16, 2018 to May 16, 2019, the security services of the Marrakech police prefecture arrested 13 people wanted internationally and executed 16 international arrest warrants.

Morocco21 May 2019

Morocco's Real Estate Prices Decline as Housing Market Faces Pressure

Based on the explanations provided by Bank Al-Maghrib on real estate asset prices for the first three months of the year, the index has declined by 0.7% and residential prices have been the most affected.

Sport20 May 2019

Moroccan Runner Rababe Arafi Sets World-Leading Time in 1500m at Shanghai Diamond League

Moroccan athlete Rababe Arafi has just made headlines again. Indeed, last Saturday, during the second stage of the Diamond League in Shanghai, she won the 1500m, and in the most beautiful way.

Morocco20 May 2019

Tunisia Outperforms Western Nations in Global Children's Rights Ranking, Morocco Lags Behind

According to a study conducted by the Dutch Foundation, KidsRights, in partnership with the Erasmus University of Rotterdam and the International Institute of Social Studies, Tunisia ranks 15th out of 181 countries in the world in terms of children’s rights, surpassing countries like Norway and Canada, while Morocco holds the red lantern in the Maghreb.

France20 May 2019

Macron Praises Moroccan Startups at Vivatech, Highlighting Tech Innovation

Morocco participated in the 3rd edition of "Viva Technology" in France from May 16 to 18. For three days, the young people invited by the Digital Development Agency (ADD) seduced more than one, starting with the first of the French. Emmanuel Macron indeed seized this opportunity to highlight the importance of Moroccan startups in the French ecosystem.