Morocco
Moroccan Police Officer Shoots Two Women, Takes Own Life in Tragic Incident
Drama in El Jadida where a policeman committed suicide with his service weapon after attempting to kill a woman and her daughter.
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Morocco
Morocco Climbs in Global Anti-Money Laundering Rankings, Study Shows
Morocco ranks 64th out of 128 countries in the global ranking of money laundering and terrorist financing (Basel AML Index 2022), carried out by the Basel Institute of Governance in Switzerland. Last year, the kingdom was ranked 51st.
Morocco
Moroccan Notary Sentenced to 6 Years for $800,000 Fraud Scheme in Agadir
The Court of First Instance in Agadir has just sentenced a notary to six years in prison for fraud and breach of trust. He will also have to pay a sum of 8 million dirhams representing the amount embezzled in this case.
Morocco
Moroccan Cinema Shines at Haifa International Film Festival with Seven Films
Seven Moroccan films will be screened at the Haifa International Film Festival, which is taking place until October 17 in Israel.
Morocco
Morocco's King Pardons 672 Prisoners for Islamic Holiday Aïd Al Mawlid
King Mohammed VI has pardoned 672 people on the occasion of Aïd Al Mawlid Annabawi, celebrated this Sunday, October 9 in Morocco. These detainees had been sentenced by various courts in the Kingdom.
Morocco
Paris Tops Autumn Travel Destinations for French Tourists, Marrakech Ranks Third
A few weeks before the All Saints’ holidays and as tourism has strongly resumed, Paris occupies the first place in the ranking of the most sought-after destinations by tourists in autumn. Marrakech , on the other hand, comes in third place.
Morocco
Moroccan Cherry Tomatoes Defy Inflation, Maintain Low Prices in French Supermarkets
Despite the surge in food prices due to inflation, tomatoes produced in Morocco are keeping their prices unchanged. This has raised the questions of some professionals.
Morocco
Morocco Considers Unemployment Benefits Fund as Lawmakers Propose New Bill
The Popular Movement (MP) has presented to parliament a bill for the creation of a fund dedicated to unemployment compensation.
Morocco
Morocco Launches New Subsidy Program for Struggling Hotels to Upgrade Infrastructure
The State will grant a new subsidy to hotel accommodation establishments that present "exceptional cases", in order to upgrade their infrastructure. The details of this operation have been published. Applications can be submitted until December 4th next.
Morocco
Agadir Court Sentences Man to 25 Years for Fatal Stabbing of Police Officer
The two young people prosecuted since last May for assault and battery resulting in the death of a police officer in the performance of his duties are now aware of their fate. The main defendant was sentenced to 25 years in prison by the criminal chamber of the court of first instance near the Agadir Court of Appeal. The second was acquitted.
Morocco
Morocco's Cannabis Legalization Raises Concerns Over Drug Money Laundering
The recent legalization of cannabis cultivation for therapeutic use in Morocco would already be a source of unease. Observers are warning about the survival of the industry, citing concerns about money laundering by drug barons.
Morocco
Morocco's Inflation Soars to 7.8%, Driven by Surging Food Prices
After 6.3% in the second quarter, inflation has accelerated in Morocco, according to the High Commission for Planning (HCP) which expects 7.8% in the third quarter of 2022.