Keywords: COVID 19


Morocco's COVID-19 Weekly Tally: One Fatality and 35 New Infections

In its weekly bulletin, the Ministry of Health and Social Protection reported a total of 35 new COVID-19 infections and one death from the virus this week. The ministry's epidemiological situation bulletin, covering the period from May 18 to May 24, 2024, revealed that the number of people who received......

Chinese Citizen Journalist Freed from Prison After 4 Years for Reporting on Covid-19

 Zhang Zhan, a Chinese citizen journalist, has been released from prison after serving four years for charges related to her reporting on the Covid-19 outbreak in Wuhan. She announced her release in a video statement on Tuesday, eight days after completing her sentence. However, concerns linger......

AstraZeneca Withdraws Vaxzevria, Its Pioneering COVID-19 Vaccine

In a pivotal move marking the end of an era, British pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca has announced the withdrawal of its trailblazing COVID-19 vaccine, Vaxzevria, from the global market, citing commercial reasons. Once hailed as a game-changer during the pandemic's early days, the vaccine's......

Childhood Obesity Aggravated During COVID-19 Pandemic, WHO Europe Report Finds

In a concerning revelation, a new report by the World Health Organization's (WHO) European branch has established a direct link between the COVID-19 pandemic and a surge in obesity rates among school-aged children. The comprehensive study, conducted across 17 member states of the WHO European Region,......

Hugs are crucial for physical and mental health, study confirms

A study published this Monday in the journal Nature Human Behaviour has confirmed the importance of hugs for the physical and mental health of humans. And according to researchers, there is not necessarily a need for another person to benefit from these benefits. The research was conducted by scientists......

Morocco's Textile Sector: A Lifeline for Spanish Firms Amid COVID-19

Amidst the lingering aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic on the global economy, Morocco has surged ahead as a pivotal player in the textile industry, emerging as a favored destination for European businesses, notably Spanish companies aiming to diversify their supply chains. Spanish retail giant Inditex,......

Challenges Persist for Morocco's Economic Growth Amidst High Inflation and Unemployment

Morocco's economic outlook remains moderate, but the nation grapples with persistent challenges of inflation and unemployment, hindering its socioeconomic progress, as noted by analysts. According to the Africa Development Bank, GDP growth is expected to increase from an estimated 3% this year to......

Resumption of Madrid-Marrakech Flights: Air Europa Leads the Way

Air Europa, the Spanish carrier, has announced its plans to resume nonstop service between Madrid and the increasingly popular tourist destination of Marrakech, Morocco, beginning March 21. This decision comes after the airline temporarily halted the twice-weekly route during the COVID-19 pandemic.......

Morocco's Vaccination Drive Continues to Soar Despite Low COVID-19 Incidence

Morocco recently reported a mere 100 new COVID-19 infections and one death over the past week, as per data released by the Ministry of Health. Despite the persistently low case count, the nation's vaccination campaign is maintaining its vigorous pace. According to reports from health authorities......