Morocco’s Orange Exports Plummet 72% in 2023, Raising Concerns for Major Producer
12 November 2023
Moroccan orange exports have dropped considerably in the first eight months of 2023, standing at 30,000 tons compared to 109,000 tons in 2022.
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Moroccan Border Zone Boosts Economy, Creates Jobs in Fnideq
12 November 2023
Inaugurated in March 2022, the Fnideq commercial zone, intended to revive commercial activity at the border with Ceuta, seems to be keeping its promises. At least that’s what (…)
Tomato Virus Outbreak Threatens Morocco’s Crop, Producers Seek Solutions
12 November 2023
Morocco has reported the presence in some greenhouses of the Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV), a virus that destroys tomato plants. In total, ten outbreaks were (…)
Marrakech Notary and Real Estate Executive Jailed for $11 Million Fraud Scheme
11 November 2023
The criminal chamber of the Marrakech Court of Appeal sentenced a notary and the commercial director of a major real estate company to six years in prison each for fraud, (…)
Morocco Considers Steep Alcohol Tax Hike to Combat Youth Addiction
11 November 2023
In Morocco, the addiction of young people to alcohol is a concern for the government. The latter plans to significantly increase the tax on alcoholic beverages.
Morocco Ranks 16th Globally for Road Quality, Study Finds
11 November 2023
According to the ranking of a specialized platform focused on the quality of road infrastructure, Morocco is among the 20 countries with the best roads in the world.
Iran Expands Influence in North Africa: Reports Link Tehran to Polisario Front
11 November 2023
Revelations have been made about Iran’s support for the Polisario, protected by Algeria, which continues to claim the independence of the Sahara, but also about Tehran’s (…)
Morocco Bans Import of Used Furniture and Bedding to Combat Bed Bug Spread
11 November 2023
Faced with the proliferation of bed bugs in certain European countries such as France, Morocco is strengthening the surveillance system at its borders. A decision has been made (…)
Morocco Boosts Coastal Security with High-Speed US Patrol Boats
11 November 2023
Morocco is giving itself the means to better strengthen coastal surveillance, but also to fight crime in the maritime environment. The kingdom has received Super Interceptor 52 (…)
Morocco Considers Steep Tax Hike on High-End Smartphones, Sparking Debate
11 November 2023
Majority parliamentary deputies disapprove of the increase from 2.5% to 30% in customs duties on imported smartphones, provided for in the 2024 Finance Bill (PLF). Some (…)