Morocco
Strong Winds Disrupt Air Travel Across Morocco's Major Airports
The bad weather experienced by Morocco on Friday, particularly the strong gusts of wind, caused disruptions in air traffic.
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Morocco
Morocco Launches Major Railway Upgrade: New Rabat Station Construction Begins
The National Railway Office (ONCF) has just announced the start of work on the construction of a new station in Hay Ryad as well as the resumption of work at the Rabat-Ville station.
Morocco
Moroccan Women's Privacy Breached in Massive Social Media Hack
Following the hacking by hackers of many social media accounts, notably Snapchat, intimate and sometimes compromising photos of Moroccan and sometimes Algerian women and sometimes young adolescents have been disseminated on photo-sharing websites. In Morocco, an association is calling on the justice system to open a thorough investigation.
Morocco
Marrakech's Iconic Jamaâ El Fna Square Faces Potential Makeover Ahead of Major Sporting Events
Professionals on Jamaâ El Fna Square in Marrakech are calling for a complete renovation that enhances this globally recognized performance venue.
Morocco
Moroccan Lawmaker's Tirade Against Algerian President Escalates Diplomatic Tensions
A Moroccan elected official launched a violent diatribe against Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune after the latter received representatives of Sufi brotherhoods from Senegal and Mali.
Morocco
Key Witness Exonerates Moroccan Singer in 'Desert Escobar' Drug Trafficking Case
The maid of the Malian international drug trafficker Hadj Ahmed Ben Brahim, nicknamed "Escobar of the Sahara", exonerated Moroccan singer Latifa Raâfat before the investigating judge of the Casablanca Court of Appeal. The hearing of the accused will continue next week, pending the trial of Saïd Naciri and Abdenbi Bioui on drug trafficking operations.
Morocco
Algeria Suspends Tobacco Contracts with UAE Firms Amid Diplomatic Tensions
The United Arab Emirates are paying dearly for the strengthening of their relations with Morocco. The Algerian Ministry of Justice has just requested the suspension of the conclusion of contracts with the United Tobacco Company (UTC) and the Algerian-Emirati Tobacco Company (STAEM).
Morocco
Wild Boar Invasion Sparks Panic in Essaouira, Morocco; Residents Demand Government Action
Wild boar attacks have again been reported in the Essaouira region, causing panic among the population. Local associations are calling on the state to take responsibility.
Morocco
Royal Air Maroc Drops Out of World's Top 25 Safest Airlines Ranking
Royal Air Maroc (RAM) is not among the top 25 safest airlines in the world. This is the result of the ranking compiled by a specialized website.
Morocco
Tangier Launches Crackdown on Illegal Sidewalk Encroachments
The city of Tangier continues its operation to clear the sidewalks of illegal occupation. Started this week, it should continue for several days, even weeks, and concern all neighborhoods.
Morocco
TUI fly Expands Morocco Routes: New Antwerp-Oujda Flights Launch for Summer Season
The airline TUI fly has just announced the launch of a new flight to Morocco as part of its summer season.
Morocco
Snapchat Hack Exposes Private Photos of North African Women, Sparking Privacy Concerns
Hackers are said to have taken over the social media accounts of many young Moroccan and Algerian women. Compromising photos would even be out in the open.