Morocco
Opel Unveils Redesigned Electric Quadricycle 'Rocks' Made in Morocco
The German brand Opel is restyling Rock Electric, its 100% electric light quadricycle, and renaming it Rocks, a vehicle produced in Morocco.
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Moroccan Jewelers Alert Authorities to Suspicious Gold Purchases
In Morocco, significant and regular purchases of gold in several cities have raised the concern of jewelry and jewelry professionals, who have alerted the National Financial Intelligence Authority (ANRF), a key player in the fight against money laundering and terrorist financing.
Morocco
Moroccan Village Named Among World's Best-Preserved Fortified Sites
According to the ranking of a specialized website, a Moroccan village is among the five best-preserved fortified destinations in the world, with the most incredible walls.
Morocco
French Lawyer Retracts Rape Allegations Against Moroccan Businessmen's Sons
The case of the alleged rape of a French lawyer in Casablanca has taken a new turn with withdrawals in favor of the three accused, sons of wealthy Moroccan businessmen.
Morocco
Morocco's King Funds $18 Million Mosque Project in Turin, Italy
The Italian Islamic Confederation is working on the construction of a mosque in the Aurora district of Turin for an amount of 17 million euros, fully financed by King Mohammed VI of Morocco.
Morocco
Ramadan TV Series Gain Popularity Across North Africa and France
In Morocco as in Algeria, the programs specially designed for the holy month of Ramadan are a big hit and generate considerable advertising revenue.
Morocco
Locust Swarms Threaten Crops in Southern Morocco, Farmers Seek Government Aid
Devastating locusts are attacking crops in certain regions of Morocco, causing concern among farmers who are calling on the authorities for help.
Morocco
Morocco Sets Zakat Al-Fitr at 23 Dirhams for Ramadan 2025
The Supreme Council of Ulema has set the amount of Zakat Al-Fitr for the year 1446 of the Hegira (2025) at 23 dirhams per person. This amount represents an increase compared to the 20 dirhams of previous years.
Morocco
Royal Air Maroc Named Best Airline Connecting Spain to Africa at Travel Industry Awards
The national airline Royal Air Maroc (RAM) was rewarded at the 30th edition of the Travelranking Awards, organized by a magazine specialized in the professional tourism sector, in Madrid, Spain.
Morocco
French Fugitive Wanted for Violent Crimes Arrested in Marrakech
A 28-year-old Franco-Algerian national was arrested in Marrakech on Friday, March 21 by the police. The individual, in an irregular situation in Morocco, was the subject of an international arrest warrant issued by the French justice system.
Morocco
Morocco Unveils $1.2 Billion Highway Expansion Plan
Two protocols of agreement were signed on Friday in Rabat, committing the State and the National Motorway Company of Morocco (ADM). These agreements concern strategic projects, particularly in the Rabat-Casablanca axis, and provide for specific financing mechanisms.
Morocco
Rabat Region to Shift Water and Utility Management from Redal to New Provider
The Rabat-Salé-Kénitra region is about to undergo a major change. As of April 1st, the management of water, electricity and sanitation will no longer be the responsibility of Redal. The Société Régionale Multiservices (SRM) is taking the stage.