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COVID-19: Morocco denies information on reimposing of lockdown as fake news

The head of the Moroccan government, Saad Eddine El Othmani, has categorically denied the information circulated about a nationwide lockdown to curb the spread of the COVID-19 as fake news. A fake statement circulating online over the weekend claimed that the government is set to announce a lockdown on Sunday after a government council meeting. […]

Morocco’s King ‘Spoke with his heart to’ Africa, AU Chair

The newly elected Chairman of the African Union, Guinea’s President Alpha Condé welcomed the comeback of Morocco to the African organization and lauded Morocco’s speech, which, he said, “stems from the heart.” “The King spoke with his heart and will spare no effort to foster the continent’s independence,” said Alpha Condé in an address before […]

Moroccan police arrest Interpol-wanted French, Swedish nationals

Marrakech police arrested on Friday evening a French national wanted internationally for attempted murder. Carried out in coordination with Morocco’s General Directorate for Territorial Surveillance (DGST), the arrest was based on an international warrant issued by French judicial authorities. The 25-year-old suspect was in Morocco illegally and was apprehended during a routine search. A suspected […]