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Morocco’s Post-Earthquake Reconstruction Is on ‘Excellent’ Track

Following the catastrophic 6.8-magnitude earthquake that struck the southern region of Al-Haouz on September 8, 2023, claiming nearly 3,000 lives, the rehabilitation process for damaged and collapsed homes in the hard-hit Talat N'Yaaqoub commune is progressing with remarkable efficiency, as reported......

Earth Sounds Alarm as Climate Crisis Shatters Heat Records with Unprecedented Highs

The World Meteorological Organization's (WMO) annual State of the Global Climate report sounds an urgent alarm, revealing a planet teetering on the brink of a climate catastrophe. Released today, the report confirms that 2023 marked the hottest year on record, effortlessly surpassing previous temperature......

Morocco Ranks 114th Globally in Women's Safety Index for 2024 in a Global Context

In the ever-evolving landscape of gender equality, Morocco emerges as a focal point, as the 2024 Women's Safety Index, unveiled by the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace, and Security (GIWPS), sheds light on the nation's persistent challenges. Ranked 114th out of 177 countries assessed, with......

Morocco Disrupts Major International Cannabis Smuggling Network

Moroccan security forces have dealt a significant blow to narcotics trafficking with the interception of a colossal 10.5 tons of cannabis bound for international smuggling. The operation unfolded in the port city of Agadir, where authorities intercepted a suspected smuggling vessel in the early hours......

Moroccan Television Viewership Surges During Ramadan 1445

Moroccan television channels have experienced unprecedented viewership during the initial week of Ramadan 1445, as indicated by official data released by the Inter-professional Center for Media Audience Measurement (CIAUMD). The report, encompassing the period from March 12 to 14, 2024, corresponding......

Moroccan Nurses Escalate Nationwide Strike Amidst Unresolved Grievances

In a significant escalation of the ongoing labor dispute within Morocco's healthcare sector, the Independent National Nurses' Union (INNU) has declared a 72-hour nationwide strike, scheduled to begin on March 26th and conclude on March 28th. This move reflects the union's intensified efforts......

Kenitra Clashes: Crackdown on Sports Hooliganism Leads to 15 Arrests

In a decisive move against sports-related violence, Moroccan authorities in Kenitra have apprehended 15 individuals, including two minors, for their alleged involvement in acts of hooliganism following a tense match between Rabat's FAR and Olympique Safi on Saturday. The post-match security operations,......

Advancing Human Development: Morocco Rises Three Places in Global Ranking

Morocco has achieved a remarkable milestone in human development, ascending three places in the global Human Development Index ranking, as revealed in the United Nations Development Programme's (UNDP) Human Development Report 2023-2024, released on Wednesday in New York. This achievement underscores......

Moroccan Navy Rescues Dozens from Perilous Journey Across Treacherous Waters

In a bold high-seas maneuver, the Moroccan Royal Navy intercepted a perilous attempt by 58 Sub-Saharan irregular migrants, among them 10 women and 3 minors, to reach the Canary Islands aboard a dangerously overcrowded speedboat. The rescue unfolded 114 kilometers southwest of Laayoune, where vigilant......

Weather Alert: Morocco Prepares for Intense Heat Wave, with Temperatures Reaching 41°C

In stark contrast to recent rainfall relief, Morocco braces for a scorching heat wave expected to sweep across several provinces from Saturday to Monday. The Directorate General of Meteorology (DGM) has issued an "orange" alert, forecasting temperatures ranging from a sultry 32°C to a blistering......

Ramadan Reckoning: Morocco's Ban on Public Eating Sparks Intense Debate

As the holy month of Ramadan unfolds in Morocco, an age-old controversy resurfaces with fervor – the contentious implementation of Article 222, which criminalizes public eating during fasting hours. This divisive law has reignited heated discussions, pitting advocates aiming to uphold religious......

Morocco's Ongoing Battle Against Cannabis Trafficking: Inside the Latest Bust in Casablanca

In a decisive blow against the illegal drug trade, Moroccan authorities have once again demonstrated their firm commitment to dismantling narcotics operations within the country. A recent collaborative effort between local police and the General Directorate of Territorial Surveillance (DGST) in Casablanca......

King Mohammed VI Launches Ambitious 'Ramadan 1445' Aid Initiative

In a remarkable demonstration of unwavering dedication to social welfare, His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco, accompanied by representatives of the Mohammed V Foundation for Solidarity, inaugurated the ambitious "Ramadan 1445" initiative in Rabat on Wednesday. This expansive endeavor aims......