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Drought or Middlemen: The Puzzle of Rising Food Prices in Casablanca

Unpredictable weather or the intricate workings of intermediaries? This weekend, markets in Casablanca witnessed a surge in the prices of food products, prompting questions about the reasons behind this increase. Among the affected items, the price of a kilogram of tomatoes reached 15 dirhams in certain......

Groundbreaking Partnership: FM6SS and Roche Morocco Forge Alliance to Propel Healthcare Advancements

In a landmark move on December 6th, the Mohammed VI Foundation for Science and Health (FM6SS) formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Roche Laboratories Morocco. This strategic collaboration aims to expedite research within the Foundation's institutions and enhance healthcare accessibility......

Viral Video Sparks Debate Over the American Dream of a Moroccan Migrant

A candid border interview with a young Moroccan man has sparked controversy online regarding immigration to the U.S. The video, shared by American journalist Ali Bradley, features 20-year-old Oussama expressing his hopeful desire to start a new life in New York, even if it means doing so illegally. Oussama......

Morocco's Global Leadership: Advancing the Universality of Human Rights through International Dialogue

Morocco recently assumed a pivotal role in the global discourse on human rights, hosting a two-day international debate organized by the National Human Rights Council (CNDH). Over 40 esteemed intellectuals from Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and North America convened at Rabat's National Library......

Moroccan Navy Rescues 56 Migrants Bound for the Canary Islands

In a commendable humanitarian effort, the Royal Moroccan Navy intercepted an overcrowded boat carrying 56 migrants off the coast of Morocco this week. The vessel, bound for the Spanish Canary Islands, held 54 sub-Saharan Africans and 2 Bangladeshi nationals, highlighting the persistent challenges faced......

Rabat: International seminar addresses protection of migrant women in Morocco, Spain

RABAT - A compelling call for heightened protections for migrant women resonated through a symposium held in Rabat this week. The National Human Rights Council of Morocco (CNDH) brought together leading experts from Morocco and Spain to deliberate on persistent human rights gaps experienced by migrant......

Moroccan Students Struggle to Keep Up in Latest PISA Assessments

Rabat - Morocco hits a new low in international student rankings according to the latest Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) results published by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).  The assessment, conducted every 3 years, measures the academic......

Launch of the Royal Direct Social Assistance Program: A Commitment to Families in Need

In line with Royal Directives aiming to implement the direct social assistance program by the end of 2023, the Moroccan government has initiated, starting December 2, the registration process for individuals seeking to benefit from this royal initiative. Online Registration for Royal Support The government......

INDH's Commitment to Enhancing Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities

The National Initiative for Human Development (INDH) has successfully implemented 2,057 initiatives and actions, amounting to a total of 856.26 million dirhams (MDH) between 2019 and 2023, aimed at assisting destitute individuals with disabilities across the nation. In a press release coinciding with......

Moroccans in Italy Lead Non-EU Communities in Private Business Ventures

Moroccan expatriates in Italy are the first non-EU community to establish private investment firms in this European nation, according to data released by the "Infocamere" Observatory on Thursday. On behalf of the Italian Chamber of Commerce, the organization tasked with compiling statistics......

Advancing Public Health in Africa: Morocco Hosts 4th International Conference in 2024

The Ministry of Health and Social Protection announced on Thursday that Morocco will host the 4th International Conference on Public Health in Africa in 2024. In a press release, the ministry highlighted the collaborative efforts between the African Union, the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention......

Flanders Families No Longer Eligible for Adoption from Morocco Due to Transparency Concerns

The discontinuation of intercountry adoption from Morocco marks a setback for families in Flanders. Morocco, Gambia, and Haiti have been excluded from collaboration with countries of origin for adoption, owing to the rigorous screening process implemented by the Flemish government. This decision, influenced......

Weather Alert: Anticipated Strong Wind Gusts Across Several Provinces on Friday

The General Directorate of Meteorology has issued estimates indicating that several regions in Morocco are poised to encounter substantial wind gusts on Friday. An orange alert, signifying a high level of caution, has been issued by the directorate. The forecasted wind speeds for Friday, from midnight......