Morocco
Morocco Braces for Extreme Heat Wave with Temperatures Set to Soar to 47°C
Morocco is preparing to face an intense heat wave, with scorching temperatures expected in several Moroccan regions.
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Morocco
Morocco Suspends Local Officials Over Urban Planning Violations
The services of the Ministry of the Interior of the province of Nouaceur, in the Casablanca-Settat region, have decided to suspend several officials in the region for serious violations of the texts on urban planning and the issuance of building permits.
Morocco
Morocco's Settat Province Faces Rising Threat of Scorpion and Snake Attacks
The increase in cases of scorpion stings and snake bites in the province of Settat is a concern for MP Mustapha Kacimi of the Istiqlal group in the House of Representatives, who has addressed a written question on this subject to the Ministry of Health and Social Protection.
Morocco
Moroccan Restaurant Denies Entry to Hijab-Wearing Patrons, Sparking Outrage
While they had booked at a famous Asian restaurant in Rabat, young women were turned away at the entrance of the establishment because they were wearing the hijab.
Morocco
Study: Over Half of Young Moroccans Consider Emigration Amid Economic Woes
According to an Arab Barometer study published in June, 55% of young Moroccans aged 18 to 29 are considering emigrating to Europe and America due to the difficult economic situation and persistent corruption in the kingdom.
Morocco
Morocco Launches Housing Initiative to Attract Overseas Nationals
The Ministry of National Land Use Planning has launched a large-scale information campaign for Moroccans living abroad. Entitled "Urban Planning and Housing at the Service of Moroccans Abroad", this initiative aims to facilitate access for Moroccans residing abroad to housing programs and support them in their real estate projects in Morocco.
Morocco
France Urged to Mend Ties with Morocco Amid Security and Diplomatic Tensions
Relations between Paris and Rabat have experienced strong tensions in recent years, notably due to France’s rapprochement with Algeria and its ambiguous position on the Sahara issue. Christophe Boutin, a political scientist and professor of public law in Caen, believes it is time for his country to reconnect with Morocco.
Morocco
Father Arrested After Fatal Beating of Son in Moroccan Family Dispute
In Settat, a father beat his 33-year-old son to death during a violent family dispute. He will be arrested and then placed in custody.
Morocco
Moroccan Expats Face Soaring Beach Prices, Dampening Summer Holidays
Moroccan vacationers, especially Moroccans living abroad (MREs), are struggling to enjoy this vacation period on the beaches. The culprit: the exorbitant prices charged by restaurants, cafes and stores.
Morocco
Morocco Cracks Down on Taxi Drivers Refusing Short Trips with Hefty Fines
In Morocco, fines will now be imposed on taxi drivers who refuse to transport customers to their chosen destinations. Other measures are also planned.
Morocco
Polisario Front Condemns France, Calls for Exclusion from Western Sahara Peace Process
In response to its support for the Moroccan autonomy plan for the Sahara, the "Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic" (SADR) has announced the exclusion of France from any initiative related to the decolonization of this territory, including the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO).
Morocco
Moroccan Tourist Allegedly Attacked by Taxi Driver in Nador, Files Complaint
A Moroccan living in Germany, on vacation with his family in Morocco, filed a complaint with the Nador court against a taxi driver he accuses of assault with a bladed weapon.