Keywords: Crime prevention


Morocco signals bid to host a future UN Crime Congress

Morocco has announced its intention to seek the hosting of a future edition of the United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice, using its participation in the 15th UN Crime Congress in Abu Dhabi to highlight the importance of bringing Africa’s priorities closer to the centre......

Morocco eyes 2031 UN crime congress as Africa seeks stronger voice on justice and security

Morocco is considering a bid to host a future edition of the United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice, using the 15th edition in Abu Dhabi as a platform to highlight African priorities in the global debate on security, justice and the rule of law. The Moroccan position was presented......

Morocco elected vice-president of UN Crime Prevention Congress in Abu Dhabi

Morocco has been elected vice-president of the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice, strengthening its representation in a major international forum focused on crime prevention, justice systems and the rule of law. The Kingdom is represented in the Congress Bureau by......

UN crime prevention and criminal justice congress to bring global experts together in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is set to host the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice from September 26 to October 1, bringing together ministers, government officials, experts and academics from more than 97 countries. Held under the theme “Protecting People and the Planet and Advancing......

South Africa: Nearly 1,800 Seized Weapons Destroyed in Lesotho

South Africa and Lesotho are strengthening their police cooperation to combat the illegal circulation of firearms. Nearly 1,800 weapons confiscated during operations in Lesotho were transferred to South Africa before being permanently destroyed. South African and Lesotho authorities have taken a new......

Casablanca Strengthens Its Security Measures Against Crime and Fugitives

A large-scale security operation has been underway since the beginning of the week in several areas of Casablanca. Supervised by the director of the judicial police, Mohamed Dkhissi, this campaign specifically targets individuals with outstanding warrants as well as areas facing various forms of delinquency. The......

Morocco-Jordan: A New Agreement to Strengthen Judicial Cooperation

Morocco and Jordan are taking a new step in strengthening their judicial relations. The ministers of Justice from both countries, Abdellatif Ouahbi and Bassam Samir Talhouni, signed an agreement on Friday in Rabat concerning the extradition of wanted persons.This new legal instrument aims to consolidate......

Moroccan authorities seize over 21,000 psychotropic pills hidden in toys at Tangier port

Moroccan security and customs officers at Tangier Med Port intercepted an international drug trafficking attempt, seizing 21,142 psychotropic pills concealed inside children’s toys. The operation took place after officers, supported by trained sniffer dogs, inspected a foreign-registered utility......

Morocco's police force marks 69 years of service and reform

Morocco’s national police, the Directorate General of National Security (DGSN), is set to commemorate its 69th anniversary on May 16, 2025. This annual celebration presents a moment for the directorate to reflect on advancements in policing, crime prevention strategies, and public service delivery. Since......