COVID-19 Cases Surge in Morocco’s Marrakech-Safi Region, Topping 700 Infections
20 April 2020
The second region most affected by covid-19 in Morocco, Marrakech-Safi recorded 57 new infections this Sunday.
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Former IMF Chief Strauss-Kahn Launches Humanitarian Effort in Morocco
19 April 2020
The former head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Dominique Strauss-Kahn, has embarked on humanitarian work with his wife, Myriam L’Aouffir, who has been involved in (…)
Moroccan Anti-Terror Unit Hit by COVID-19 Outbreak, Over 60 Paratroopers Infected
18 April 2020
The Royal Armed Forces (FAR) are severely affected by the coronavirus. In total, more than 60 paratroopers assigned to the Hadar anti-terrorism device have been infected with (…)
Moroccan Private Schools Face Backlash for Cutting Online Classes Over Unpaid Fees
18 April 2020
The parents’ associations in the Marrakech-Safi region are outraged. They disapprove of the suspension of distance learning by certain private schools due to non-payment of (…)
Marrakech Mother and Child Homeless After Family Dispute, Seeks Travel Permission
13 April 2020
A young woman living in Marrakech found herself on the street overnight, accompanied by her 5-year-old daughter, after being sent away from the marital home by her husband.
Man Arrested for Spreading False COVID-19 Child Death Claim on Facebook
11 April 2020
The prefectural judicial police service of the city of Marrakech referred, on Wednesday, April 8, to the competent prosecutor’s office, a 33-year-old individual. He is (…)
Morocco Cracks Down on Pharmacies for Price Gouging Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
11 April 2020
Several pharmacies have been closed in the kingdom for profiteering. The Ministry of the Interior made this decision after members of the Economic Monitoring Committee for (…)
Marrakech Hotels Pay Staff Despite COVID-19 Closures, Seek Financial Aid
11 April 2020
Despite the suspension of their activities due to covid-19, Marrakech hoteliers have decided to demonstrate their solidarity with their employees. The latter will receive their (…)
Marrakech Police Debunk False Rumors of Attacks on Medical Workers
10 April 2020
The information disseminated on social networks stating that a criminal network targeting medical staff and nurses during the health emergency state has been dismantled in (…)
Brussels Airlines Cuts 8 Routes, Including Marrakech, in Post-COVID Restructuring
10 April 2020
After the coronavirus crisis, Brussels Airlines will not resume flights to eight of its destinations, including Marrakech.