UN Envoy Sets March Meeting on Western Sahara Dispute with Morocco, Polisario
31 January 2019
The UN Secretary-General’s Personal Envoy for the Sahara, Horst Kohler, has just revealed the date of the next meeting between Morocco and the Polisario.
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Morocco Set to Reopen Airport Access for Non-Travelers After Two-Year Ban
31 January 2019
Banned for more than two years, Moroccan airports could be accessible to non-travelers again.
Businesswoman Blackmailed for $15,000 in Temara Sextortion Scandal
31 January 2019
Victim of several sextortion attempts, a woman from the city of Temara finally decided to go to the police station, with her husband, to file a complaint.
Severe Weather Alert: Morocco Braces for Heavy Rain and Strong Winds
31 January 2019
Rain as well as gusts of wind are expected tomorrow, Friday, in a large part of Morocco, warns the National Meteorology Directorate (DMN).
Moroccan Hajj Pilgrimage Costs Set at 49,906 Dirhams for 2019 Season
30 January 2019
The pilgrimage (Hajj) fees for the 1440/2019 season are now known and must be paid in a single installment between February 18 and March 1 next, the Royal Commission for the (…)
Hirak Leader Zefzafi’s Health Stable, Prison Denies Stroke Claims
30 January 2019
The information that the leader of the Hirak movement Nasser Zefzafi suffered a stroke is false, the administration of the local Ain Sebaa 1 prison has just indicated.
Morocco’s King Sends Condolences to Algeria’s President on Death of Constitutional Council Chief
30 January 2019
The King Mohammed VI sent on Tuesday a message of condolences and compassion to Algerian President Abdelaziz Bouteflika following the death the day before of the President of (…)
Venezuela May Shift Stance on Western Sahara Dispute, Official Says
30 January 2019
A change of government in Venezuela could have a positive impact on the issue of the Moroccan Sahara. This country has always been a staunch defender of the Polisario’s positions.
Fatal School Bus Crash in Morocco Kills Teen, Injures Several Students
29 January 2019
An accident that occurred on Monday morning in Laghnimyine, in the province of Berrechid, left one dead and several injured, some of whom are in serious condition.
Morocco Introduces Jail Time for Dodging Mandatory Military Service
29 January 2019
Announced for the end of this year, compulsory military service provides for heavy fines and prison sentences for those who refuse to join the barracks.