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Prison authority refutes Omar Radi’s allegations on detention conditions

The General Delegation for Prison Administration (DGAPR) has firmly rejected claims made by journalist Omar Radi regarding the conditions of his detention in Ain Sebaa 1 and Tifelt 2 prisons. In a recent interview, Radi criticized Moroccan prisons, asserting that he faced severe psychological and physical......

Measles outbreak prompts health checks in Morocco's detention facilities

The National Human Rights Council (CNDH) of Morocco has initiated field visits to detention centers nationwide in response to a measles outbreak. Through its National Mechanism for the Prevention of Torture, the council is assessing health conditions and preventive measures across correctional facilities. Following......

Measles Outbreak Spreads Through Morocco's Prison System, Affecting 41 Inmates and Staff

Morocco's prison system is grappling with a growing measles outbreak, as authorities confirm 41 cases across multiple facilities, affecting both inmates and staff members. The General Delegation for Prison Administration reports that the outbreak has spread to several correctional facilities throughout......

Morocco Poised for Historic Shift on Death Penalty as World Day Approaches

As the global community prepares to observe World Day Against the Death Penalty, Morocco stands at a crossroads in its approach to capital punishment. A coalition of prominent human rights organizations in the country has announced plans for a press conference on October 10th to address the ongoing challenges......

Remarkable Achievement: 898 Inmates Triumph in Morocco's 2024 Baccalaureate Exams

Inmates' Educational Success Reflects Significant Progress in Prison Reform In an inspiring turn of events, 898 inmates in Morocco successfully passed the baccalaureate exams for the 2023-2024 academic year, a remarkable achievement that underscores the nation's commitment to educational reform......

Alarming Rise in Fatalities and Hunger Strikes in Moroccan Prisons

In a sobering report that sheds light on the conditions within Morocco's correctional facilities, the National Council for Human Rights (CNDH) has disclosed a shocking 249 deaths recorded in the nation's prisons during 2023. The council's annual findings, presented today in Rabat by its president,......