Morocco
Casablanca Real Estate Prices Rise 2.1%, Led by Surge in Land Values
The real estate market in Casablanca experienced a mixed end to 2024, marked by divergent trends depending on the categories of properties.
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Morocco
Chinese Consortium Wins Bid for Major Moroccan Highway Viaducts
A consortium led by the Chinese group Shandong Gaosu Luqiao International has won the tender for the construction of two viaducts on the future continental highway connecting Rabat and Casablanca.
Morocco
Moroccan Municipal Leader Under Investigation for Property Embezzlement
The president of the municipal council of Targuist, affiliated with the Constitutional Union (UC), is the subject of an investigation following a complaint for embezzlement of public property.
Morocco
Casablanca Residents Outraged by Soaring Swimming Pool Fees
In Casablanca, the rates of Olympic and semi-Olympic swimming pools have increased to the dismay of the inhabitants, especially those in working-class neighborhoods like the Ben M’sik and Hay Hassani areas, as well as Tit Mellil, who wish to practice swimming. They are angry with the National Society for the Realization and Management of Sports Facilities (Sonarges), mandated by the municipality.
Morocco
Morocco's Former Royal Castle in France Listed for $180 Million
The former castle of King Mohammed VI, inherited from his father, the late Hassan II, located in the commune of Gretz-Armainvilliers, in Seine-et-Marne, is considered the most expensive property for sale in France. One of the most prosperous companies in the luxury real estate sector is looking for a buyer.
Morocco
John Cena's 'Matchbox' Film Shoots Action Scenes in Morocco
The production team for the film "Matchbox" by American actor and world wrestling champion John Cena has set up camp in Casablanca, Erfoud and Merzouga.
Morocco
Canary Islands Official Urges Action on Morocco-Israel Oil Exploration Deal
José Miguel Barragán, spokesperson for the group of deputies in the local Parliament of the Canarian Coalition (CC) formation, which chairs the regional autonomous government, sees the agreement between Morocco and an Israeli company for oil and gas exploration in the Moroccan Sahara in a negative light.
Morocco
Heavy Rains Wreak Havoc on Northern Morocco's Road Network
From Tetouan to Al Hoceima, the roads have become impassable due to the damage caused by the weather. Exasperated, users are calling on the Ministry of Equipment and Water to conduct a thorough technical investigation to understand the causes of this fragility of the roads, which deteriorate with each rainy episode.
Morocco
Ramadan Thefts Spark Outrage on Moroccan Social Media
Videos showing scenes of theft in broad daylight on the streets of Morocco at the beginning of the month of Ramadan have sparked a wave of outrage on social media.
Morocco
Marrakech Real Estate Market Surges 130% in Late 2024 Rebound
The real estate market in Marrakech experienced a spectacular rebound at the end of 2024. After a slump in the previous quarter, transactions have exploded, showing triple-digit growth. An upturn that confirms the recovery, even if disparities persist depending on the types of properties.
Morocco
Morocco Launches Probe into Currency Exchange Offices Across Major Cities
The Office of Foreign Exchange is currently conducting checks in several currency exchange offices in Morocco. These operations are mainly focused on establishments located in airports and tourist areas.
Morocco
Ryanair Warns: Paper Boarding Passes Required for Some Destinations, Including Morocco
Travelers using the low-cost airline Ryanair’s services must inquire about the procedures regarding the boarding pass. While the digital version is generally accepted, the paper printout remains mandatory in certain countries, including Morocco.