8-Year-Old Girl Dies from Scorpion Sting in Morocco as Summer Heat Increases Incidents
13 July 2024
An 8-year-old girl died at the Settat hospital yesterday morning after being stung by a scorpion at her home in the commune of Oulad Amer.
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Elderly Moroccan Man Found Chained in Home After 20-Year Family Captivity
12 July 2024
An elderly man, identified as H.A., was discovered chained in a family home in the village of Taghzout, in the Ouarzazate region.
Morocco Grapples with Surge in Food Poisoning Cases, Calls for Stricter Regulations
10 July 2024
The Moroccan Federation of Consumer Rights is concerned after the increase in cases of food poisoning recorded in some restaurants in recent weeks. It calls on the Minister of (…)
Morocco Food Poisoning Outbreak: 27 Hospitalized After Fast Food Meal
6 July 2024
A fast food restaurant in Martil was the source of a large-scale food poisoning this week. More than 27 people were affected, showing symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea and (…)
Royal Air Maroc Crew Saves Baby from Cardiac Arrest Mid-Flight
4 July 2024
An 18-month-old baby was saved from cardiac arrest thanks to the quick intervention of two crew members of the Royal Air Maroc.
EU Alerts: Contaminated Moroccan Squid Shipment Seized at Spanish Border
2 July 2024
The European Union’s Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF) has issued a new alert regarding a batch of contaminated squid exported to Spain from Morocco.
Moroccan Woman Dies After Taking Unregulated Weight Loss Pills from Instagram Seller
2 July 2024
A 28-year-old Moroccan woman died after taking slimming pills purchased from an unknown person who was promoting these products on Instagram.
Morocco Faces Shortage of Anti-Venom and Rabies Vaccines Amid Heatwave Dangers
30 June 2024
In Morocco, while scorpions, snakes and stray dogs are claiming victims during this heatwave period, vaccines are lacking. Many hospitals, health centers and clinics in rural (…)
Tragic Death of 6-Year-Old After Routine Tonsil Surgery Sparks Investigation in Agadir
27 June 2024
A six-year-old girl died on Tuesday in a clinic in Agadir, after undergoing a surgical operation to have her tonsils removed. Her family suspects a medical error.
Morocco’s Beach Tourism Hampered by Lack of Public Restrooms
26 June 2024
In Morocco, most beaches lack sanitary facilities (toilets, showers, first aid centers...). A situation that creates inconveniences for tourists and Moroccans living abroad, (…)