Morocco
Morocco Considers Easing Hotel Restrictions for Unmarried Couples
The Moroccan government is considering lifting the ban on unmarried couples sharing a hotel room.
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Morocco
Doctoral Student Killed in Violent Altercation Outside Casablanca Restaurant
A most horrific crime has shaken the upscale Ain Diab neighborhood of Casablanca. A 23-year-old man, a doctoral researcher at the Faculty of Science and Technology in Mohammedia, was killed as he was leaving a restaurant.
Morocco
Morocco's World Cup Success Fueled by Diaspora Talent
Morocco owes much of its historic World Cup run in Qatar to its dual national players such as Achraf Hakimi, Hakim Ziyech, Sofyan Amrabat, Noussair Mazraoui, Abdessamad Ezzalzouli, Bilal El Khannouss, Sofiane Boufal, etc., who proudly and honorably defended the colors of the kingdom until reaching the semifinals of the competition.
Morocco
Morocco Gains Edge in North Africa as Israel Recognizes Sahara Claim, Former French Ambassador Says
In an interview, Xavier Driencourt, French ambassador to Algeria from 2008 to 2012 and from 2017 to 2020, discussed several topics, including Israel’s recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara and the deterioration of Franco-Moroccan and Franco-Algerian relations.
Morocco
Morocco Faces Water Crisis as Watermelon Exports Surge Amid Severe Drought
Should we continue to produce red watermelon that requires a large amount of water and depletes the soil, when Morocco is experiencing the worst drought in four decades? The question divides producers, exporters and environmentalists, and concerns deputies.
Morocco
Morocco Eases Family Law Procedures for Expatriates
Morocco has decided to significantly ease administrative procedures in family law, particularly marriage, divorce and civil status, in favor of Moroccans residing abroad (MREs).
Morocco
Tangier Bans Controversial Parking Boots, Paid Parking Remains
It’s the end of the use of "boots" to immobilize vehicles whose owners do not pay parking fees in Tangier. This is the decision made by the city authorities. However, paid parking remains in effect.
Morocco
Foul-Smelling Tap Water Alarms Rabat Residents, Prompts Health Concerns
Residents of several neighborhoods in Rabat note that foul-smelling water is flowing from the taps. They call for an investigation and physiological and bacteriological analyses.
Morocco
Russia's Rosatom to Invest in Moroccan Seawater Desalination Projects
Morocco’s participation in the second Russia-Africa Summit and Economic Forum in St. Petersburg was beneficial. A Russian giant has decided to invest in seawater desalination, one of the priorities of the government of Aziz Akhannouch.
Morocco
Moroccan Dirham Strengthens Against Euro and Dollar, Reserves Rise
The Moroccan currency gained value against the euro and the dollar during the week of July 20 to 26, 2023, according to figures released by Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM).
Morocco
Moroccan Fruit Exports Surge 50%, Spain and France Top Buyers
France, the United Kingdom and Spain are the two main buyers who contributed to the strong growth in Moroccan exports of fruits and berries recorded over the 2018-2022 period.
Morocco
Moroccan Rebels Inflict Major Defeat on Spanish Army in 1921 Battle of Anoual
The victory of a group of Riffian rebels led by the Moroccan Abdelkrim El Khattabi over the Spanish army on July 21, 1921 in Anoual marks the beginning of the Rif War (1921-1926). The Battle of Anoual remains a memorable battle both in Morocco and in Spain.