Morocco Imposes Export Controls on Face Masks Amid Coronavirus Concerns
5 March 2020
Faced with fraud and speculation, protective masks are now subject to an export license in Morocco.
Coronavirus in Morocco (Covid-19)
Coronavirus Forces Cancellation of Rabat Judo Grand Prix, Delaying Riner’s Comeback
5 March 2020
The International Judo Federation (IJF) has canceled, this Tuesday, on the decision of the Moroccan government, the Judo Grand Prix of Rabat, due to the coronavirus epidemic. (…)
Elderly Moroccan Woman with Coronavirus in Critical Condition, Health Officials Report
5 March 2020
The Moroccan tested positive for coronavirus a few hours ago is already in critical condition.
Morocco Launches Coronavirus Hotline: Government Sets Up Toll-Free Number for Public Inquiries
5 March 2020
The Moroccan authorities have just announced the establishment of a toll-free number specifically dedicated to questions related to the coronavirus virus.
Morocco Installs Thermal Camera at Busy Border Crossing to Screen for Coronavirus
5 March 2020
The Moroccan authorities installed a thermal camera at the Bab Sebta border post on Tuesday, March 3, 2019.
Coronavirus Fears Lead to 50% Drop in Algerian Tourism Bookings to Morocco
5 March 2020
The coronavirus already seems to be having an impact on the Moroccan economy, particularly the tourism sector, a major foreign exchange earner.
Schools Urged to Provide Liquid Soap in Restrooms Amid Coronavirus Concerns
5 March 2020
Since the first case of contamination was detected, the instructions have multiplied and all have the mission of preventing the spread of the virus. In a letter addressed to (…)
Morocco Combats COVID-19 Misinformation as Officials Warn of False Social Media Claims
5 March 2020
The Ministry of the Interior has called for vigilance in the face of fake news wrongly attributed to official institutions.
Coronavirus Fears Spark Alert as 3,000 European Tourists Arrive at Moroccan Port
5 March 2020
The commercial port of Agadir was placed on maximum alert on Tuesday, March 3 morning, following the arrival of a ferry carrying 3,000 passengers from various European countries.
Marrakech Tourism Plummets as Coronavirus Fears Spark Mass Cancellations
5 March 2020
The coronavirus epidemic tends to bring the Moroccan economy closer to recession. In Marrakech, tourism is already devastated.