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Sébastien A.

Morocco10 Aug 2025

Moroccan Authorities Probe Student-Linked Real Estate Money Laundering Scheme

Following the receipt of information concerning the fraudulent use of "student" identities in money laundering operations through real estate investments in a legal form, the National Financial Intelligence Authority (ANRF) is investigating the compliance of unusual financial transfers between Moroccan students abroad, particularly in France and Canada, and managers of real estate associations located mainly in the Rabat-Casablanca axis, and the origin of these operations.

Morocco10 Aug 2025

Royal Air Maroc Boosts Brazil Connections: Casablanca-São Paulo Flights Increase to 4 Weekly

The national airline Royal Air Maroc (RAM) is strengthening its presence in Brazil by increasing new operations to one of its famous cities.

Morocco10 Aug 2025

Morocco's Watermelon Exports to France Surge 155%, Challenging Spanish Dominance

In ten years, Morocco has become the second largest supplier of watermelons to France, behind Spain, whose exports are only slightly increasing.

Morocco10 Aug 2025

Morocco Gains Ground in Sahel as Algeria's Influence Wanes

While Algeria is losing ground in the Sahel, Morocco is advancing its pawns. The main cooperation project between the kingdom and Mali aimed at connecting the Sahel to the Atlantic via the Sahara is fascinating.

Morocco10 Aug 2025

Moroccan Diaspora Demands Investment Reforms, Urges Royal Support to Boost Economy

Moroccans residing abroad (MREs) are calling for radical reforms to guarantee a serious investment environment and encourage the injection of their capital into projects within the country.

Morocco10 Aug 2025

Moroccan LGBTQ+ Activist Sparks Outrage with Provocative Anti-Religion T-Shirt

Ibtissame Lachgar, a Moroccan activist for LGBTQ+ rights, also the founder of the alternative movement for individual freedoms (MALI), finds herself at the heart of a controversy after the publication of a photo of her wearing a t-shirt displaying a controversial phrase about religions.

Morocco10 Aug 2025

Israelis of Moroccan Descent Rediscover Roots Amid War, Fueling Return Migration Wave

In the midst of war, Israeli Moroccans are increasingly choosing to return to Morocco, where they rediscover their roots.

Morocco10 Aug 2025

Marrakech Taxi Chaos: Locals Stranded as Drivers Favor Foreign Tourists

Lively altercations occurred within the premises of the Bab Ghmat grand taxi station in Marrakech after a taxi driver preferred foreign customers over Marrakechis.

Morocco9 Aug 2025

Moroccan Paradise Lost: Beaches Struggle Against Tide of Pollution and Incivility

In Morocco, most beaches are not clean due to the prevailing incivility. Despite the efforts made by the authorities, the problem remains.

Morocco9 Aug 2025

Massive WhatsApp Scam Dupes Moroccan Expats in 9.5 Million Dirham Aid Fraud

A vast humanitarian aid scam orchestrated by a fraud network via WhatsApp and Telegram was targeting Moroccan expatriates (MRE).

Morocco9 Aug 2025

From Miss France to Moroccan Matriarch: Malika Ménard's Global Journey and New Roots

In an interview, journalist Malika Ménard, former Miss France, and wife of Karim, a Belgian-Moroccan businessman, reminisces about her summer vacations in Morocco. She also shares what the kingdom represents for her.

Morocco9 Aug 2025

Moroccan Summer Gridlock: Tourists and Expats Face 15km Traffic Nightmares in Northern Cities

Significant traffic jams make circulation difficult on the road axes connecting the cities of the Tanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceïma region, as well as the main streets within their urban centers, during this summer period marked by the influx of Moroccans residing abroad (MREs) and tourists. An additional hardship for them, who are already suffering from the high prices of accommodation, restaurants, cafes and transportation.