French Fugitive Arrested in Morocco on International Warrant
11 January 2025
The police arrested a Frenchman who was the subject of an international arrest warrant issued by the French judicial authorities. This arrest took place in Marrakech.
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Marrakech Shisha Cafe Owners Protest Crackdown, Cite Economic Impact
11 January 2025
The continuation of the campaigns targeting shisha cafes, restaurants and nightclubs in Marrakech is detrimental to these establishments as well as to the local economy, said (…)
Marrakech’s Craft Exports Surge 41% in 2024, Setting New Record
9 January 2025
Moroccan craftsmanship is doing well, especially in Marrakech. In 2024, the ochre city confirmed its position as the national leader in the sector by recording a record export (…)
Marrakech Shisha Businesses Seek Urgent Solutions Amid Crackdown
9 January 2025
The owners of nightclubs, restaurants and cafes serving shisha in Marrakech are worried. Faced with control campaigns that are having a major impact on their business, they (…)
Morocco’s Tourism Sector Hits Record Highs in 2024
7 January 2025
The signals are green for Moroccan tourism. The sector set records in 2024 in terms of visitor arrivals, contributing to the development of the local and national economy.
Reality TV Star Battles Mystery Illness After Morocco Trip
4 January 2025
Brandi Glanville, American star of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and former 52-year-old model, claims to have been the victim of a parasitic infection after filming the (…)
Marrakech Tops French Travel Preferences for Fourth Year Running
4 January 2025
For the fourth consecutive year, Marrakech is at the top of the favorite destinations of the French in 2024, according to a study by Liligo, in partnership with the Opinion Way (…)
Marrakech Café Shooting Case Reopened, Hearing Postponed to January
4 January 2025
The case of the shooting at the "La Crème" café in Marrakech is far from over. On Thursday, the Criminal Chamber of Appeal of the Casablanca Court of Appeal reopened the case.
Marrakech Environmental Group Warns of Air Quality Crisis Amid World Cup Preparations
2 January 2025
The environmental movement "Maroc Environnement 2050" expresses deep concerns about the ongoing urban developments in Marrakech, in the perspective of the 2030 World Cup. The (…)
Marrakech’s Iconic Jemaa El-Fna Square to Remove Horse-Drawn Carriages, Sparking Controversy
1 January 2025
The Marrakech Municipal Council has decided to relocate the horse-drawn carriage station from Jemaa El-Fna Square, causing concern among the coachmen who see it as a threat to (…)