Author: aya

Under the instructions of Mohammed VI, Crown Prince Moulay Hassan inaugurated the Mohammed VI Tower on the right bank of the Bouregreg river, marking a new architectural milestone in the Rabat-Salé area. The Crown Prince toured several sections of the tower, including conference areas, a library, a model apartment, and the Waldorf Astoria hotel, as well as an observation deck offering panoramic views. Standing at 250 meters with 55 floors, the tower is now the tallest building in Rabat, combining modern design with environmental standards. The project is part of the Rabat City of Lights cultural capital program and the…

Unverified reports circulating across media outlets and social media platforms indicate possible explosions and armed violence in the city of Blida, Algeria, coinciding with the pope’s visit, though no official confirmation has been issued. According to the circulating accounts, loud explosions were reportedly heard near a security facility in the city center, alongside unconfirmed claims of armed attacks, amid reports of heightened security presence. The same sources suggest potential casualties and material damage, while noting that these details remain preliminary and unverified. Authorities have not yet released any official statement confirming or denying the reports, as differing interpretations continue to…

A collective art exhibition titled “Crossing Visions” opened Saturday evening at the Charif Idrissi gallery in the Palace of Culture and Arts in Tangier, bringing together Moroccan and international artists, critics, and art enthusiasts. Organized by the Regional Directorate of Culture of Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima in coordination with artist Myriam Najah, the exhibition runs for three days and features 42 artworks created by 21 artists from Morocco, Tunisia, and Spain. The exhibition showcases a variety of artistic styles and perspectives within a shared creative space that reflects the diversity of visual expression. Organizers indicated that the event highlights the richness of…

Judicial police officers in Tangier, working in coordination with national security intelligence services, arrested two women on Sunday, April 12, on suspicion of involvement in the possession and distribution of drugs and psychotropic substances The suspects were apprehended inside a hotel in the city center, where a search operation led to the seizure of 3,000 Rivotril pills, along with a sum of money suspected to be linked to the activity, as well as mobile phones believed to have been used in facilitating coordination and distribution The two individuals have been placed under judicial investigation under the supervision of the competent…

The health sector in the Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region has seen a union response after the National Public Health Union called for the immediate suspension of a deal outsourcing assistant healthcare services, citing potential impacts on service quality and recruitment standards In a letter addressed to the head of the territorial health group, the union expressed its rejection of the move, stating that the concerned professionals are trained within public institutions and are expected to enter the workforce through public examinations rather than private contracting The union indicated that the use of delegated management in this field could affect the legal…

A post attributed to the United States ambassador in Rabat has sparked renewed debate over the possible opening of a US consulate in the city of Dakhla, in connection with developments related to the Moroccan Sahara issue. According to available information, the post has been interpreted as a sign of potential interest in strengthening US diplomatic presence in the region, particularly through a consular representation. These developments come within a broader international context involving evolving diplomatic positions and relevant United Nations resolutions. No official confirmation has been issued so far, leaving the matter open to further clarification from the concerned…

Elements of the Royal Gendarmerie carried out a field operation that resulted in the seizure of a vehicle used to transport poultry without the required legal authorization. According to available information, the operation was conducted under the supervision of the local territorial center, where authorities identified the absence of a permit issued by the National Office for Food Safety, leading to the vehicle being impounded in accordance with applicable procedures. As for the poultry cargo, it was subjected to the relevant procedures pending inspection and decisions by the competent authorities regarding its fate. This intervention falls includ efforts to combat…

Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi announced that Morocco has prepared a special criminal law project for the 2030 FIFA World Cup, aimed at simplifying legal procedures related to certain cases as part of preparations for the event. The announcement came during the signing of a memorandum of understanding with his counterparts Félix Bolaños García and Rita Alarcão Júdice, within the framework of cooperation between Morocco, Spain and Portugal. According to available details, the proposed law seeks to ease procedures and encourage alternative solutions, including conciliatory approaches, to support the smooth organization of the tournament. Joint committees have also been established to…

Morocco has launched a major development program worth around 21,000 billion centimes, equivalent to more than 22.5 billion dollars, to be implemented over eight years, aiming to boost territorial development across the country. The initiative, known as the integrated territorial development program, is based on designing tailored development plans for each province according to its economic and social characteristics, covering both urban and rural areas. Investments will focus on key sectors affecting daily life, including job creation, economic development, healthcare, education, and basic infrastructure such as roads, water supply, and electricity. The program was developed through consultations with local stakeholders…

Recent data from Morocco’s High Commission for Planning, through the National Family Survey, highlights notable shifts in attitudes toward marriage and childbearing, with a growing number of individuals expressing reluctance to marry or have children. The figures show that 51.7 percent of single individuals do not wish to marry, while single-child families increased from 60.8 percent in 1995 to 73 percent, and couples without children from 3.4 percent to 9.4 percent, indicating structural changes in family patterns. Experts in social psychology suggest that these trends are largely influenced by economic factors, including rising living costs and labor market challenges, which…