France
Major Muslim Gathering in France Postponed Due to Coronavirus Concerns
The organizers of the Annual Meeting of Muslims in France (RAMF) have just announced the postponement of the 37th edition due to the coronavirus.
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Coronavirus in Morocco (Covid-19)
Morocco
Morocco Battles Surge in COVID-19 Misinformation, Threatening Public Safety
Rumors and fake news tend to undermine the security of Moroccans. This situation has worsened with the appearance of the coronavirus.
Morocco
Moroccan Police Uncover Mask Trafficking Ring Linked to Agadir Airport Arrest
Investigators have managed to uncover the accomplices of the Englishman of Indian origin, arrested at Massira airport in Agadir, in possession of 17,000 medical masks.
Morocco
Morocco Shisha Cafes Remain Open Despite Coronavirus Concerns
Contrary to other countries like Kuwait, Tunisia and Iran, which have decided to close shisha cafes, in Morocco these cafes continue to be lively without any special measures. The authorities are slow to address this aspect that could contribute to the spread of the coronavirus.
Morocco
Royal Air Maroc Offers Free Flight Postponements Amid Coronavirus Concerns
Following the latest developments related to the Coronavirus, Royal Air Maroc (RAM) has put in place a special system to allow its customers to manage their travel.
Morocco
Morocco Tightens Court Access to Curb Coronavirus Spread
The Supreme Council of the Judicial Authority has called for strengthening control at the entrance of the courts in the face of the spread of the new coronavirus.
Morocco
Moroccan School Combats Coronavirus Misinformation Amid Rising Panic
Lycée Lyautey is not immune to the campaign of rumors and misinformation about the coronavirus epidemic to sow panic among parents. Faced with this situation, the principal of Lycée Lyautey sent a letter to the parents and students of the school to call on them to "keep their cool and common sense".
Morocco
Coronavirus Fears in Morocco Spark Mask Price Gouging on Social Media
Speculation is rampant since cases of coronavirus have been reported in Morocco. Some products, considered essential to protect against the virus, such as masks, have become very expensive due to high demand from Moroccans.
Morocco
Morocco Maintains Mosque Gatherings as COVID-19 Concerns Rise
The ban on collective prayers in mosques is not being considered in Morocco, according to the government.
Morocco
Morocco Braces for Potential Surge as Coronavirus Cases Could Reach 10,000
The coronavirus epidemic bodes nothing good. The risk looming over Morocco is great. A worst-case scenario could threaten the kingdom, which could record up to 10,000 cases.
Morocco
Coronavirus Impact: Marrakech Hotels Face 2,000 Cancellations as Morocco's Tourism Slumps
The coronavirus is starting to hit Moroccan tourism. In total, an average of 2,000 overnight stays per hotel are being canceled in the city of Marrakech this March.
Morocco
Coronavirus Privacy Breach: Probe Launched After Flight Passenger List Leaked Online
A judicial investigation has been opened by the public prosecutor’s office at the Court of First Instance in Casablanca, following the circulation on social networks of the passenger list of a flight from a foreign country, one of whom showed symptoms of the coronavirus.