Morocco
The start date of Ramadan in Morocco is known
The start date of the 2026 Ramadan month is now known. It has just been revealed by astronomical calculations.
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Ramadan 2025
Morocco
Why Moroccan avocado is suddenly soaring on the market
Moroccan avocado producers are regaining control. After flirting with crisis due to the demands of European buyers, the sector is benefiting from an unexpected rebound thanks to domestic demand. The anticipation of Ramadan is relaunching the machine and pushing farm prices up by more than 15%.
France
France: Fasting during Ramadan soon to be banned for under 16s?
The deputies of the Les Républicains (LR) party have recently tabled a bill aimed at banning fasting during Ramadan for minors under the age of 16 in France.
Morocco
Winter time: the debate on maintaining GMT+1 in Morocco relaunched
Six years after its adoption, the maintenance of the GMT+1 all year round in Morocco continues to generate lively debate. As winter sets in, criticism is resurfacing on social networks, pointing to the inconveniences of a shifted daily routine, particularly the dark mornings for schoolchildren.
Morocco
Morocco Debates Permanent End to Daylight Saving Time Amid Health Concerns
The perennial question of returning to daylight saving time after Ramadan continues to fuel debates in Morocco. Voices are rising to call for a definitive end to this time change.
Morocco
Moroccan TV Series Sparks Outrage Over 'Vulgar' Language During Ramadan
Viewers of the Laayoune TV channel have widely expressed their anger over the use of a "vulgar" word by an actress in a scene from the Moroccan series Garfaf, which aired during the month of Ramadan.
Morocco
Morocco Returns to GMT+1 as Daylight Saving Time Begins
Moroccans must adjust their watches tonight. Morocco is indeed preparing to add sixty minutes to its legal time, and this switch to summer time will take place this Sunday, April 6, precisely at two o’clock in the morning.
Morocco
Morocco to Switch to Daylight Saving Time on April 6
Moroccans will soon have to adjust their watches. Morocco is indeed preparing to add sixty minutes to its legal time. This transition to summer time will take place on Sunday, April 6, precisely at two o’clock in the morning.
France
French Muslim Council Sets Eid Al-Fitr Date for March 30, 2025
Based on astronomical calculations, the Muslim Theological Council of France (CTMF) has announced the date of celebration of Eid el Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
France
Great Mosque of Paris Expects Eid al-Fitr on March 30
On what date will Eid al-Fitr 2025 be celebrated in France? While the faithful are divided on Sunday, March 30 and Monday, March 31, the Great Mosque of Paris will announce this Saturday the likely date of the celebration of this feast marking the end of the month of Ramadan.
France
Daylight Saving Time Shift May Affect Eid al-Fitr Date in France
This year, the switch to daylight saving time will take place in France in the night from Saturday, March 29 to Sunday, March 30. A change that could influence the end of Ramadan and the date of Eid al-Fitr.
Morocco
Gambling Surge in Moroccan Cafes During Ramadan Sparks Controversy
In Nador, cafes have been transformed into casinos during this sacred month of Ramadan, attracting gambling addicts from tourist cities like Marrakech and Tangier. This has provoked the anger of several civil society actors.