Morocco
Financial Dispute Delays Opening of Casablanca's New Zoo
A financial dispute between the city of Casablanca and the company mandated to manage the Aïn Sebaâ zoo is blocking the opening of the park.
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Morocco
Moroccan Dirham Strengthens Against Dollar and Euro, Official Reserves at 362.6 Billion
The dirham appreciated by 1.2% against the US dollar and 0.72% against the euro during the week of July 4-10, according to Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM).
Morocco
Morocco's Private School Fee Hikes Spark Parental Outrage and Political Concern
Some private schools have decided to increase tuition fees for the next school year, much to the dismay of parents. Concerned, a deputy from the Party of Progress and Socialism (PPS) calls on the government of Aziz Akhannouch to act to prevent the commercialization of education.
Morocco
Royal Air Maroc Flight Makes Emergency Landing After Bird Strike Damages Engine
A Royal Air Maroc plane from Douala to Casablanca was forced to turn back shortly after takeoff. The reason given was that one of the aircraft’s engines was damaged after a collision with birds.
Morocco
Moroccan Expats Face Soaring Costs as Tourist Prices Surge in Al Hoceima
In Al Hoceima, most tourist services in hotels, restaurants and cafes have seen a sharp increase, thus undermining the vacations of Moroccans Residing Abroad (MREs) and residents during this summer period marked by an influx of tourists.
Morocco
Morocco Leads World in Chinese Green Tea Imports, New Data Shows
Over the years, Morocco has become the largest importer of Chinese green tea. This is evidenced by the latest statistics from the Chinese Ministry of Commerce.
Morocco
Mohammedia Residents Protest Mounting Garbage Crisis as Summer Heat Intensifies
Residents of the commune of Chellalat, under the prefecture of Mohammedia, are crying out in disgust. They can no longer stand the nauseating odors coming from the waste that is invading the city, reminding the authorities of their duty to guarantee a healthy environment and preserve the health of citizens.
Morocco
Morocco Advances Plans for New Tangier-Tetouan Rail Line to Boost Regional Connectivity
The National Railway Office (ONCF) is advancing the Tangier-Tetouan rail line project. The feasibility study of the project has just been entrusted to a Moroccan company.
Morocco
Body Found in Morocco Likely Missing Spanish Archaeologist, Officials Say
The body of a young woman was recently discovered on a beach in Tangier, Morocco. Everything seems to indicate that it is that of Úrsula Cortés Olivé, a 24-year-old woman from Barcelona, who disappeared on June 29 on the beach of Tarifa (Cádiz).
Morocco
Rabat Taxi Drivers Face Backlash Over Selective Service, Sparks Political Debate
The repeated refusals of Rabat taxi drivers to make certain trips are causing a stir. The situation has even taken a political turn, with a parliamentary question tabled in the House of Representatives.
Morocco
Father Suspected of Killing Wife and Four Children in Moroccan Tragedy
The Tetouan region was shaken on Saturday by a tragedy. A man around 40 years old, residing in the commune of Bagaghza, killed his four children as well as their mother before fleeing.
Morocco
Morocco Launches Major Bus Fleet Renewal Program to Enhance Public Transport Safety
The Ministry of Transport and Logistics announces the creation of two bus fleet renewal programs during the 2024, 2025 and 2026 fiscal years.