Morocco Reports New COVID-19 Clusters as Cases Surpass 7,000
21 May 2020
In Morocco, three new outbreaks of Covid-19 contamination have been discovered in three regions: Tanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceima, Fès-Meknès and Casablanca-Settat.
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Banker Falls Victim to Sextortion Scheme in Meknès Nightclub Encounter
15 May 2020
The court of first instance of Meknès sentenced a prostitute to 3 months in prison with a fine of 500 dirhams, for sextortion, prostitution and recording videos of a third (…)
Banker and Developer Jailed for $200,000 Fraud Against Illiterate Moroccan Retiree
13 May 2020
A banker whose agency is located in Meknes and a real estate developer were each sentenced to 30 months in prison for fraud, breach of trust, forgery and use of banking (…)
Morocco Considers Delaying Lockdown Easing as COVID-19 Cases Surge
12 May 2020
Uncertainties loom over the date of deconfinement after the daily increase in the number of cases. The Moroccan authorities announce preconditions for any lifting of the (…)
Moroccan Official Attempts Risky Sea Crossing to Return Home Amid Repatriation Delays
12 May 2020
The municipal councilor of Taoujtat, in the Meknès region, has just tasted the anguish experienced by illegal migrants, by taking a boat to cross over to Morocco. He was (…)
Legendary Moroccan Jewish Singer Cheikh Mouizo Dies at 95
4 May 2020
The Moroccan Jewish artist, Mousa Attia, nicknamed Cheikh Mouizo, died on Saturday, May 2, 2020. He was an icon of Moroccan Jewish song.
Moroccan Human Rights Group Alleges Banks Violate COVID-19 Debt Relief Measures
28 April 2020
In a letter addressed to the Head of Government, the Minister of Economy and Finance, the President of the Professional Grouping of Banks of Morocco (GPBM), and the Wali of (…)
Moroccan University Sees 30% Surge in Research Citations, Study Finds
26 April 2020
The Moulay Ismail University (UMI) of Meknes has been distinguished by its indexed production, in particular the number of citations in scientific articles.
Morocco Battles New COVID-19 Clusters as Cases Surge Across Multiple Regions
25 April 2020
The detection of new outbreaks of infection across the territory is not likely to facilitate the fight against the spread of Covid-19.
Moroccan COVID-19 Patient Urges Public to Follow Health Guidelines
22 March 2020
A coronavirus patient in Meknes has sent a message of awareness about the epidemic to the population.