Marrakech Tourism Plummets as Coronavirus Fears Spark Mass Cancellations
5 March 2020
The coronavirus epidemic tends to bring the Moroccan economy closer to recession. In Marrakech, tourism is already devastated.
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Morocco Proposes Skill Networks to Enhance Migration Policies in Western Mediterranean
4 March 2020
During the 8th ministerial conference of the 5+5 Dialogue on Migration and Development, Morocco proposes the creation of national skills networks at the level of the 5+5 (…)
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Luxury Hotel in Marrakech Nears September Opening
3 March 2020
While the opening date of the Pestana Marrakech hotel of world football star Cristiano Ronaldo is scheduled for September, eyes are riveted on the ongoing construction site, (…)
Moroccan Celebrity Journalist Faces Arrest Warrant in ’Hamza Mon Bébé’ Scandal
2 March 2020
Mohamed Benbachir, alias Simo Benbachir, is the subject of an international arrest warrant issued by the Marrakech prosecutor’s office on Friday, February 28, 2020. The (…)
Renowned French Chef Discovers Moroccan Hospitality and Baking Traditions
2 March 2020
Chef and baker Richard Bertinet visited Morocco from February 16 to 22, 2020. During his stay, he recounted his first visit to the kingdom and the hospitality shown by Moroccans.
Missing 12-Year-Old Girl from Salé Found Safe in Marrakech After Multi-Day Search
1 March 2020
A girl, missing in Salé, on Thursday after leaving school, was found in Marrakech.
Moroccan Fashion Designer Extradited, Faces Prosecution in ’Hamza mon bb’ Social Media Scandal
29 February 2020
Fashion designer Aicha Ayach, the alleged mastermind behind the "Hamza mon bb" accounts on Instagram and Snapchat, was referred this Friday to the Marrakech prosecutor’s office (…)
Moroccan Official Barred from Travel Amid Corruption Probe in Marrakech
28 February 2020
The former president of the Marrakech Regional Council, Ahmed Touizi, is prohibited from leaving the national territory due to his involvement in a case of embezzlement of (…)
Marrakech Mayor Faces Probe Over $28 Million in Missing Funds
26 February 2020
The serious charges against the mayor of Marrakech, Larbi Belcaid, and his deputy, Younes Benslimane, could result in the withdrawal of their passports and the prohibition to (…)
Moroccan Authorities Seize Half-Ton of Cannabis Resin in Marrakech Truck Bust
26 February 2020
A large shipment of cannabis resin was seized, on Saturday, on board a truck in Marrakech.