Morocco
Fez City Official Arrested in 15,000 Dirham Bribery Sting Operation
An elected member of the Jnane El Ouard district council in Fez was arrested on Tuesday, caught in the act of corruption, while receiving a sum of 15,000 dirhams.
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Morocco
Morocco
Morocco's OCP Secures $106 Million Loan for 400 MW Solar Power Project
On the sidelines of the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank being held in Marrakech, the OCP group has secured a significant loan from the International Finance Corporation (IFC) for the construction of two solar power plants to enable it to increase its production of low-carbon fertilizers.
Morocco
Interpol-Wanted French Fugitive Arrested in Morocco for Cannabis Trafficking
The judicial police arrested, on Tuesday, October 10, in Rabat, a 49-year-old Frenchman, wanted by the justice system and subject to an Interpol "red notice".
Morocco
Corruption Probe Targets President of Moroccan Spa Town Council
The provincial council of Moulay Yacoub, a locality known for its thermal spa, located near Fez, is shaken by a financial scandal. Its president Jawad Al-Dawahi is accused of "misappropriation of public funds" and "embezzlement".
Morocco
Drought Drives Olive Oil Prices to Record Highs in Morocco
In Morocco, the price of olive oil is rising sharply. The cause is the drought and heat waves that have affected the production of this small fruit essential to the flavors of Moroccan dishes.
Morocco
Morocco Shifts Focus to English Education, Moving Away from French
In Morocco, the English language is gaining more and more importance to the detriment of French. The kingdom is taking measures to promote the use of English in schools.
Morocco
Morocco Tourism Surges to Record High Despite September Earthquake
More than 960,000 tourists visited Morocco in September 2023, an increase of 7% compared to the same month last year, the Ministry of Tourism, Crafts, and Social and Solidarity Economy announced on Tuesday.
Morocco
Drought Slashes Global Olive Oil Production, Driving Prices Higher
Morocco is one of the countries whose olive oil production has been severely affected by the drought. A situation that is driving up global prices.
Morocco
KFC Expands in Morocco with New Restaurants in Casablanca and Rabat
KFC Morocco announced on Monday the opening of two new restaurants in Casablanca and Rabat.
Morocco
Vogue France Faces Backlash Over Controversial Malika El Maslouhi Cover
The magazine Vogue France is facing criticism because of the photo of Moroccan-Italian model Malika El Maslouhi that it featured on the cover of its latest issue.
Morocco
Morocco Considers Extending Citizenship Rights to Foreign Spouses of Moroccan Women
The Mouvement Populaire (MP, opposition) group is making a new plea for the naturalization of foreigners married to Moroccan women. Until now, Article 10 of the Nationality Code has restricted their access to Moroccan citizenship.
Morocco
Moroccan Police Bust 25-Member Gang Targeting Businessmen in Euro Scam
The National Brigade of Judicial Investigations of the Royal Gendarmerie in the Gharb region has just dismantled a criminal network specialized in the kidnapping and fraud of senior officials and businessmen. Composed of 25 members, this gang has already victimized some 50 people.