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Backlash in Morocco against two Islamist ministers for socially failing their employees

Two ministers from the Islamist PJD party are facing fierce criticism by the Moroccan political class and the media for their failure to register the employees in their attorney offices with the social security fund. Mustapha Ramid, Minister of state in charge of human rights, admitted wrongdoing but said his intention was good. A letter […]

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Morocco and Tunisia to Crack Down on Syria-Bound Jihadists

Moroccan and Tunisian governments are cracking down on jihadists and people with travel history to Syria. In Tunisia, there are no exact figures but the number of these individuals is estimated to be around 400. “But we are following them very closely. We have built up a database… They have acquired experience and training and […]