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Official: Ramadan Will Begin on Sunday in Morocco

The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs has announced that the crescent moon marking the beginning of the blessed month of Ramadan was not observed on Friday, February 28, 2025. This decision follows the moon sighting efforts carried out by ministry representatives across the country and the Royal......

Ramadan Begins in Saudi Arabia on March 1st

The holy month of Ramadan will commence in Saudi Arabia on Saturday, March 1st. The sighting of the crescent moon on Friday marked the official beginning of the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. This is a significant moment for millions of Muslims around the world as they prepare for a month of fasting,......

Ramadan 2025 in Australia begins on March 1

Australia has officially confirmed that the first day of Ramadan 2025 will be on March 1. The Australian National Imams Council (ANIC) announced the date via a post on X, sharing their excitement for the holy month. The council also extended well-wishes for a blessed and joyful Ramadan to Muslims in......

France: The start of Ramadan is officially confirmed for Saturday, March 1st

Ramadan is set to begin this Saturday, March 1st, 2025, in France, as confirmed by official statements from the Grande Mosquée de Paris and the French Council of the Muslim Faith. The start of Ramadan will coincide with the Night of Doubt, which will occur from Friday, February 28th, to Saturday,......

Work-life balance: A key to stable and dignified employment

On the occasion of International Women's Day, the NGO AIDA, in partnership with FDLF-Larache, ARFEDEC, ATED, 100% MAMANS, and UAF-Tanger, is launching the awareness campaign "Work-Life Balance: Key to Stable and Dignified Employment." This initiative aims to engage all relevant stakeholders......

Morocco in Celebration: Princess Lalla Khadija's 18th Birthday

Morocco, in unison with the Royal Family, celebrates this Friday a significant event: the eighteenth birthday of Her Royal Highness Princess Lalla Khadija. This national moment of joy reaffirms the deep connection between the Alaouite Throne and the Moroccan people, a bond forged through centuries of......

Livestock farmers in Dar Gueddari decry Eid sacrifice decision

During a field visit to the weekly market of Dar Gueddari, Walaw gathered citizens' opinions on the unexpected decision to forgo the traditional Eid al-Adha sacrifice ritual. The announcement has sparked widespread controversy, dividing opinions between those who view it as a progressive measure......

Morocco: The ritual sacrifice of Eid al-Adha will not take place this year due to livestock shortage

In a royal message delivered by Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs, Ahmed Toufiq, during the main news bulletin on "Al Aoula" television channel, HM King Mohammed VI called upon the Moroccan people to forgo the ritual sacrifice of Eid al-Adha this year. This decision comes in response......

HM King Mohammed VI Orders Opening of Newly Built and Restored Mosquées Ahead of Ramadan

In a significant move ahead of the holy month of Ramadan, His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Amir Al-Mouminine, has directed the opening of mosquées that have been newly constructed, reconstructed, or restored by the Ministry of Habous and Islamic Affairs. This initiative underscores the Kingdom’s......

Morocco's Human Development Observatory unveils strategic plan through 2028

The National Observatory for Human Development (ONDH) has launched its new strategic plan extending to 2028, designed to align with Morocco's national priorities in governance and public policy evaluation. Developed within the framework of ONDH's mandate to analyze and evaluate human development......

Morocco’s fish paradox: soaring exports, scarce access for locals

Despite Morocco’s extensive 3,500-kilometer coastline and abundant fishing resources, a recent survey conducted by L’Economiste and Sunergia reveals that only 38% of Moroccans consume fish once per week. Meanwhile, the majority struggle with rising prices and limited availability, painting......

Morocco's new disability card criticized for lacking concrete benefits

Morocco's disability recognition system is facing significant backlash as advocacy groups argue that the newly introduced disability card fails to deliver meaningful support to those who need it most. The National Union of Associations Working in the Field of Intellectual Disabilities (UNAHM) has......

Moroccan security forces thwart terrorist plot in Sidi Ali Ben Hamdouch

Moroccan security forces successfully dismantled a terrorist cell operating in a douar (small village) in the commune of Sidi Ali Ben Hamdouch, located in the Azemmour district of El Jadida province, earlier today. According to reliable sources, the operation resulted in the arrest of several suspects......