Morocco vs the covid-19
Tag: covid-19
Morocco calls for global multilateral solidarity in face of COVID-19
The coronavirus and the challenges relating to it have highlighted more than ever the need for multilateral solidarity as a principle of action, Morocco’s foreign minister Nasser Bourita said. Speaking at a virtual meeting of the Alliance for Multilateralism held to discuss Covid-19 challenges, Bourita highlighted Morocco’s full support for multilateral action based on solidarity […]
Most of Morocco emerges from three-month confinement
Most Moroccans can finally leave their homes without a permit as the country relaxes confinement measures in strict respect of anti-coronavirus protection measures. Cafes across the kingdom have been asked to not exceed half capacity. In downtown Rabat most cafes seemed to abide by social distancing rules. Some big brand outlets are monitoring temperature of […]
Morocco to foster African leadership in post-coronavirus- French media says
Morocco has stood out in Africa as a leader that developed an efficient anti-coronavirus approach while preparing the ground for tapping into the opportunities offered by the pandemic for economic and geo-strategic leadership in the continent, French paper Le Point reported. In an article dubbed “Morocco, a future African champion”, the paper highlights Morocco’s position […]
Covid-19: African Leaders thank Morocco’s King for life-saving medical aid
The protective medical gears and anti-covid-19 drugs sent by Morocco’s King to several African countries to help them cope with the coronavirus pandemic continue to receive widespread appreciation as a move which brings in hope, comfort and solidarity to the continent. Hard times always reveal true friends and Morocco never leaves his African brothers combating […]
Senegal’s President self-quarantines after coming in contact with COVID-19 patient
President of Senegal Macky Sall has self-isolated himself after he came in contact with someone who tested positive to COVID-19, his office said on Wednesday. The statement said the Senegalese President tested negative, yet he opted to undergo the 15-day quarantine process as precaution under medical recommendation. Another state official, lawmaker Yeya Diallo, announced earlier […]
Morocco wins international praise for its coronavirus response
Morocco wins international praise for its coronavirus response
Morocco wins international praise for its coronavirus response
Morocco has won international acclaim for its multi-pronged response to the coronavirus outbreak, which, besides health protection measures, included social protection initiatives and solidarity both at home and at the African level. However, on the eve of the lockdown easing with the re-opening of several businesses, the Moroccan citizen now should show more discipline in […]
Covid-19 costs five major Moroccan public enterprises over $600 mln
The restrictive measures to slow the outbreak of the coronavirus ensued revenue losses estimated at $600 million for five Moroccan state-owned enterprises. These include flag carrier RAM, which loses up to $100 million per month, national electricity and water utility with $44 million, airports agency with $30 million, rail operator ONCF with $28 million and […]
COVID-19: France loans Tunisia €350 million
France will release €350 million loans to Tunisia to deal with the crisis caused by the coronavirus, French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Monday in Paris. “France continues to provide all its support to Tunisia, especially in the health sector through the training of health workers, the modernization of infrastructures, such as the construction of […]