Keywords: Mothers


Moroccan mothers lead foreign births in Spain’s Basque Country

A rising share of births in Spain’s Basque Country in 2025 involved foreign-born mothers, with Moroccan nationals forming the largest group among them. The region registered 13,344 births over the year, marking a 3.1 percent increase compared with the previous year and the first annual rise since......

Lalla Laaroussa marks 20 years with pilgrimage tribute for mothers

The television program Lalla Laaroussa marks its twentieth anniversary with a special initiative centered on mothers of contestants. The production announced a symbolic reward in the form of an Omra pilgrimage offered to the mothers, placing family recognition at the heart of this milestone season. The......

Women still carry the hidden burden of family health

In 2026, one of the clearest signs of persistent inequality inside the home is not always visible in household budgets or chore charts. It appears in doctors’ appointments, treatment schedules, vaccination reminders, specialist visits and the constant monitoring of relatives’ health needs.......

Morocco's family code reforms: Balancing tradition with women's empowerment

Morocco's ongoing reform of its family code (Moudawana) marks a significant evolution in the nation's approach to marriage, divorce, and women's rights. The latest proposed changes, unveiled in December 2024, seek to build upon the groundbreaking 2004 reforms while addressing contemporary......

Rabha El Haymar: A Lionhearted Trailblazer for Single Mothers

In a world where the voices of women advocating for change often go unheard, Rabha El Haymar's defiant roar echoed through the halls of justice, catalyzing a seismic shift in the realm of single parenthood. Recently honored with the prestigious International Woman of Courage (IWOC) Award, presented......