Morocco
Binter Expands Morocco Routes: New Gran Canaria to Fez Flight Launching in July
The airline Binter has just announced the launch of a new route to Morocco. After Guelmim, a new flight will connect Gran Canaria and Fez starting next July.
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Morocco
Moroccan Lawmaker's Corruption Trial Delayed Amid Health Concerns
As soon as it opened on Tuesday at the Fez court, the trial of deputy Rachid El Fayek and his co-defendants was postponed to April 26, at the request of the defense.
Morocco
Fez Deputy Arrested for Urban Planning Violations and Embezzlement
The embezzlements of Deputy Rachid El Fayek and his brother, President of the Prefectural Council of Fez, were revealed after investigations conducted by the National Brigade of the Judicial Police (BNPJ). They are related to violations of the urban planning code and abuse of power in all its forms.
Morocco
Moroccan Lawmaker Among 16 Arrested in Fez Corruption Probe
Imprisoned in the local Bourkaiz prison in Fez, the deputy Rachid El Fayek, who is also the president of the commune of Oulad Taleb, is being prosecuted for corruption along with fifteen other people.
Morocco
Fez Police Arrest Serial Insurance Fraudster for Staging Fake Car Accidents
The police services of Fez succeeded in arresting an individual accused of defrauding insurance companies by declaring false traffic accidents. A wanted notice had been issued against the accused.
Morocco
Influential Fez Deputy Arrested in Major Land Fraud and Illegal Construction Scandal
Elements of the National Brigade of the Judicial Police (BNPJ) arrested a very influential deputy from Fez . He would be involved in a vast case of land diversion and illegal urban constructions at the level of the rural commune of Oulad Tayeb.
Morocco
Barceló Hotel Group Expands Moroccan Presence with $76 Million Investment
After the Barceló Fès Medina it recently acquired, the Barceló hotel group plans to open the Barceló Tanger in June. The chain has accumulated an investment of 70 million euros in the acquisition, renovation and repositioning of establishments in Morocco.
Morocco
Moroccan Court Hands Down Severe Sentences to Cocaine and Cannabis Traffickers in Fez
The Court of First Instance in Fez handed down heavy sentences to four drug traffickers - aged between 34 and 44 - arrested on January 11 in two cars. During this operation, 1.2 kg of cocaine and 1.5 kg of cannabis resin had been seized.
Morocco
Ryanair to Resume Flights to Six Moroccan Cities from Seville in March
Ryanair has announced the resumption of its air links to and from Morocco from its base in Seville, starting March 1. The company will connect six Moroccan cities including the capital, Rabat.
Morocco
Fez Artisans Face Crisis as Tourism Slump Hits Moroccan Craft Sector
In Fez, the craft sector is facing a difficult situation marked by the scarcity of customers . Despite the recent reopening of borders, the sector is struggling to recover, as the damage caused by the restrictive measures taken by the government is immense.
Morocco
Moroccan Lawmaker Faces Rape Charges Involving Disabled Minor
A deputy member of the National Rally of Independents (RNI) and mayor has been questioned and summoned to appear on February 22 for a case of sexual assault. The victim is not only a minor but also suffers from mental deficiency.
Morocco
Moroccan Consul General in Corsica Dies, Leaves Legacy of Diplomatic Achievements
Mohamed Harrak, Moroccan Consul General in Bastia since October 2017, has passed away. He was, along with the Moroccan Ambassador to Paris, one of the architects of the launch of an air link between Bastia and Fez on July 3, 2021.