Morocco’s Housing Subsidy Program Falls Short of Expectations, Only 8,500 Beneficiaries So Far
7 May 2024
Applauded at its launch, housing aid no longer generates the same enthusiasm. To date, 8,500 people have benefited from this subsidy.
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Morocco Aims to Keep Travel Affordable for Diaspora in ’Marhaba 2024’ Operation
7 May 2024
Mohamed Abdeljalil, Minister of Transport and Logistics, assures that his department is working to guarantee affordable ticket prices for Moroccans residing abroad (MRE) as (…)
Polisario Leader Slams UAE’s Longstanding Military Support for Morocco
7 May 2024
Brahim Ghali, leader of the Polisario, takes a dim view of the support the United Arab Emirates are providing to Morocco on several fronts, including military and economic.
Tunisair Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Algeria for Passenger Medical Crisis
7 May 2024
A Tunisair plane from Morocco had to make an emergency landing at Ahmed Ben Bella International Airport in Oran, Algeria due to the health condition of a Moroccan passenger.
New Maritime Station in Nador Prepares for Summer Influx of Moroccan Expats
7 May 2024
The Marhaba 2024 operation is approaching. Jamal Chaarani, governor of the province of Nador, is therefore active in the construction of the new maritime station to welcome (…)
Morocco to Launch Drone Factory with Israeli Partnership, Aims for African Leadership
7 May 2024
In partnership with Israel, Morocco is preparing to launch a drone manufacturing plant. The kingdom aims to become the first African producer of drones.
Morocco Introduces New Tax Regime for Property Sales, Allowing Pre-Sale Tax Assessments
6 May 2024
The 2023 Finance Act has established a new tax regime for income tax on property gains. The objective is to allow taxpayers planning to sell their real estate or related real (…)
Minor Earthquake Strikes Northern Morocco, No Damage Reported
6 May 2024
Morocco has again suffered a slight earthquake this Monday, May 6. With a magnitude of 2.2 on the Richter scale, the tremor was felt 61 kilometers east of the city of Ouezzane, (…)
Morocco Debates Eid al-Adha Celebration Amid Rising Costs and Social Media Calls for Cancellation
6 May 2024
While some Moroccans are calling for the cancellation of the Eid al-Adha celebration on social media, others are committed to respecting this religious tradition.
Marrakech Hit by Second Food Poisoning Outbreak, 5 Hospitalized
6 May 2024
Another food poisoning incident in Marrakech, the second in less than a month. Five people were admitted to the hospital after eating a meal at a snack bar in a popular (…)