Morocco Terror Attack: Imlil Killers Face Appeal Court in High-Profile Case
24 August 2019
The 24 convicted at first instance on July 18, 2019, in the so-called terrorist act trial of Imlil, are expected before the Court of Appeal on August 28.
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Morocco Welcomes First Wave of Female Conscripts in Military Service Push
24 August 2019
At the headquarters of the Southern Zone of the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) in Agadir, the first contingent of conscripts for the 2019-2020 military service has arrived. In the (…)
Marrakech Tourism Soars: 8% Rise in Hotel Stays, Record Occupancy Rates
23 August 2019
The hotel establishments in Marrakech experienced an 8% increase in their overnight stays during the first half of 2019, compared to 2018.
Inflation Surge Hits Moroccan Beach Towns as Tourist Influx Drives Prices Skyward
23 August 2019
The large influx of tourists in the northern cities during this summer period is a boon for some people who take advantage of it to significantly increase prices, in the total (…)
Car Rental Scam at Marrakech Airport: 15 Vehicles Stolen by Trusted Intermediary
23 August 2019
An intermediary acting on behalf of several car rental agencies at Marrakech’s Menara Airport is accused of fraud and breach of trust. He took advantage of their trust to get (…)
Husband Arrested in Sidi Slimane Murder Case After Failed Cover-Up Attempt
23 August 2019
An investigation has been opened by the police following the discovery of a woman’s body in Sidi Slimane. Her husband is suspected of having killed her and tried to cover up (…)
Child Dies After Botched Circumcision by Local Official in Rural Morocco
23 August 2019
An authority agent, in the outskirts of Zagora, caused the death of a child, following a failed circumcision operation. Taken to the hospital, the victim succumbed to severe (…)
German Court Upholds Muslim Student’s Right to Wear Burkini in School Swimming Lessons
23 August 2019
According to the Administrative Court of the city of Halle, freedom of religion also translates into the freedom to dress according to one’s beliefs. By authorizing a Muslim (…)
Moroccan Wedding Costs Soar: Experts Reveal Price Disparities and Cultural Traditions
23 August 2019
Many Moroccans prefer to get married during the summer season. But, marriage has a cost that is too high for some and not very expensive for others.
Former Moroccan PM Benkirane Files Complaint, 3 Students Jailed for Defamation
23 August 2019
Three students were placed in detention at the Salé, El arjat prison, following the complaint filed by the former Head of Government, Abdelilah Benkirane. They are being (…)