Morocco
Moroccan Taxi Drivers Protest COVID Restrictions with Chained Demonstration
Taxi drivers in the Rabat-Salé-Kenitra region demonstrated, with chains around their necks, against the health measures imposed by the government.
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Demonstration
Belgium
Brussels Protest Planned Against Hijab Ban in Universities, Authorities Limit Attendance
A demonstration is scheduled for this Sunday in Brussels at the Mont des Arts to denounce the ban on wearing the veil in higher education institutions, a decision taken by the constitutional court on June 4. Scheduled to take place from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., this movement could see some disturbances given the number of people who have already announced their presence.
Spain
Protesters Demand Justice for Moroccan Teen's Death in Spanish Custody
A year after the death of Ilyas Tahiri, asphyxiated under the knee of a police officer, many people, members of civil society, trade unions and relatives of the young Moroccan, organized a sit-in in front of the courthouse in the city of Almeria. They call on the Spanish justice system to open an investigation into this case.
Morocco
Stranded Moroccans Protest at Istanbul Airport, Demand Evacuation to Morocco
About a hundred Moroccans stranded in Turkey gathered on Saturday at Istanbul airport in the hope of being evacuated to Morocco. They protested against the choices made by the authorities, to the point of accusing officials of corruption and favoritism.
Morocco
Moroccan Nationals Blocked from Protesting in Algiers Amid Repatriation Dispute
The Algerian authorities prevented, on Sunday, Moroccan nationals from demonstrating in front of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Algiers. Marginalized during the repatriation operation, they decided to organize a sit-in protest.
France
SOS Racisme Organizes New Paris Rally Against Police Brutality and Racism
Through the voice of its president Dominique Sopo, SOS Racisme calls for a new rally against police brutality this Tuesday, June 9, in Paris.
Belgium
Thousands March in Brussels Against Racism and Police Brutality, Echoing US Protests
The demonstrations currently taking place in the United States following the death of George Floyd are spreading. In response to police violence, thousands of people of all ages and skin colors gathered on Sunday afternoon on the Place Poelaert in Brussels.
Morocco
Morocco Airport Workers Protest 50% Pay Cut Amid Failed Negotiations
Ground staff at Moroccan airports demonstrated their discontent on Wednesday, May 20, against wage cuts that they say have heavily impacted their daily lives.
Morocco
Moroccan Residents in Spain Protest at Consulates, Demand Return from Morocco
Moroccans residing in Spain, blocked in Morocco, want to return to Spain. They made this known through a protest on May 4, in front of the Spanish consulates in several cities in Morocco.
Morocco
Moroccan Villagers Protest Exclusion from COVID-19 Financial Aid, Defying Lockdown
The inhabitants of a village near Khemisset demonstrated on Monday, April 27, in front of the town hall, following their exclusion from the financial aid granted by the State to underprivileged families.
Morocco
IMF Warns of Global Social Unrest Risk as COVID-19 Economic Measures Unfold
In addition to fighting a formidable virus, states must expect to face social unrest, a direct consequence that could result from the measures taken to deal with the coronavirus pandemic. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) sounded the alarm in a report published on Wednesday.
Morocco
Prosecutors Vow Strict Enforcement of COVID-19 Emergency Measures
The measures taken for the implementation of the state of emergency declared since Friday, March 20, must be scrupulously respected at the risk of exposing oneself to sanctions. The Secretary General of the Presidency of the Public Prosecutor’s Office, Hicham Balaoui, stated that the prosecution will be firm against offenders.