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Moroccan women expelled from Spain after abuse in strawberry farms

Two Moroccan women working in Spain’s high-profit strawberry sector were expelled and sent back to Morocco under alarming conditions—one while pregnant, the other with cancer—triggering widespread criticism over the treatment of migrant laborers. Pregnant and abandoned The first case......

Investigation reveals exploitation of Moroccan workers in France

A recent investigation by StreetPress has highlighted the alarming exploitation of Moroccan agricultural workers in the Lot-et-Garonne region of southwestern France. This report exposes the harsh realities faced by these workers, who were reportedly charged €14,000 each for seasonal work contracts......

Teachers' Strike in Morocco: A Call for Justice

The national education sector in Morocco is set to face further disruptions as the National Coordination of "Cellule 10" teachers has announced a two-day nationwide strike on April 10 and 11. This action will be accompanied by a sit-in outside the Ministry of National Education in Rabat. This......

Morocco's court endorses the contentious strike law amid labor unrest

The Constitutional Court of Morocco has validated a contentious strike law, officially known as Organic Law 97.15, which governs the right to strike and conditions for labor actions. This ruling emerges after extensive public discourse and nationwide labor protests regarding the law's implications......

Renault CEO faces parliamentary scrutiny over compensation amid French industrial challenges

In a tense session at the French National Assembly, Renault CEO Luca de Meo defended his 5.5 million euro compensation package while addressing concerns about the future of the company's former subsidiary, Fonderie de Bretagne. The hearing highlighted the stark contrast between executive pay and......

Morocco's educators plan mass demonstration amid stalled reforms

Teachers across Morocco will gather for a major protest on February 1 outside Rabat's Ministry of National Education, as tensions escalate over what unions describe as unfulfilled government commitments. The upcoming demonstration stems from mounting frustration over several key issues, including......

Moroccan Union Plans Nationwide Protests Against Controversial Strike Bill

Morocco's Democratic Confederation of Labor (CDT) has announced plans for widespread protests following its firm opposition to a new draft organic law on strike rights recently approved by the country's Lower House. The union has labeled the legislation as restrictive and incompatible with both......

Millions of Moroccan Workers Lack Access to Social Security

Millions of Moroccan workers remain excluded from the national social security system, causing significant economic and social challenges. Hicham Sabri, the Secretary of Employment, highlighted the issue during a parliamentary session, revealing that the country loses approximately MAD 5 billion ($500......

US Trade Office Investigates Nicaragua Over Human Rights and Labor Violations

The United States Trade Representative (USTR) has initiated an investigation into the government of Nicaragua, citing ongoing violations of labor rights, human rights, and the rule of law. The USTR, which is responsible for shaping U.S. foreign trade policies, announced the probe following multiple reports......