Morocco
Morocco's Housing Boom: Young Buyers and Expats Fuel Government Aid Success
The government’s direct housing assistance program continues to generate strong enthusiasm among Moroccans, particularly Moroccans living abroad.
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Moroccan Living Abroad
Morocco
Moroccan Diaspora Ignites Global Movement for Reform
From France, Canada, Belgium and Germany, hundreds of young Moroccans living abroad (MREs) are mobilizing to support their compatriots in Morocco who are at the origin of the GenZ212 Moroccan youth movement. Considering that they are the forgotten ones of the kingdom, these young people aspire to become actors of political reflection.
Morocco
Morocco's Diaspora Homecoming Surge: 3.2 Million Return in Record-Breaking Summer
More than 3.2 million Moroccans residing abroad (MRE) participated in the Marhaba 2025 Operation, an increase of 7% compared to the previous year.
France
Deadly Whisper: Wife Faces Trial in Husband's Mosque Murder Mystery
The Nîmes Investigating Chamber decided on Monday, October 6, to send Souad, 64, to the Vaucluse Assize Court for "complicity in murder". The judges suspect her of being the instigator of the murder of her husband, Mohamed Ikaoussen, although the actual perpetrator of the act has never been identified. Her trial could be held at the end of 2026.
France
Cannabis Kingpin's Decade-Long Flight Ends in Paris Arrest
After more than a decade on the run, one of the alleged logisticians of the cannabis trafficking between Morocco and France was arrested this week in Paris. Nicknamed "Mounir", this 49-year-old man was a priority target for the anti-narcotics services.
France
Rising Star Naïma Moutchou Breaks Barriers in French Government
Long seen as a potential member of the government, Naïma Moutchou’s time has come. This Franco-Moroccan woman, with an atypical background, has been appointed to take charge of the Ministry of the Civil Service. From the presidential majority but loyal to Édouard Philippe, her rapid rise is noteworthy.
Morocco
Amsterdam Rally Ignites Global Support for Moroccan Youth Movement
Flags, posters and slogans animated the forecourt of the Moroccan consulate in Amsterdam (Netherlands) as a sign of solidarity with the Moroccan youth movement "GenZ 212".
Morocco
Moroccan Journalist Resurfaces in Italy After Decade-Long Disappearance
Missing for ten years and considered dead by his family, Hicham, a 42-year-old Moroccan journalist, has been found in the Cassino region of Italy.
Morocco
Morocco's Youth Protests Spark Travel Hesitation Among Expats
The protest movement led by the "Generation Z" youth in Morocco has already led to the postponement and cancellation of several cultural events. Now, some Moroccans living abroad (MRE) are also choosing to postpone their trips.
Spain
Moroccan Father's 20-Year Dream Shattered: Nationality Revoked Over Language Test
The Audiencia Nacional has decided to withdraw Spanish nationality from a Moroccan residing for more than 20 years in Villamante, in the Community of Madrid, with his Spanish wife and children, considering that he has not provided proof of his success in the Spanish language proficiency exam (DELE).
Spain
Motril-Tanger Med Shipping Route Suspended: Port Scrambles for New Operator
After the acquisition of Trasmediterranea, Baleària has decided to suspend the line connecting the port of Motril to Tanger Med in Morocco, a line that has transported more than 1.2 million tons of goods since its launch in December 2022.
France
Deadly Garage Dispute Shocks Toulouse: Investigation Unravels Workplace Tragedy
The manager of an automobile garage in L’Union, near Toulouse, died on Tuesday, September 23, following a violent altercation with a Moroccan maintenance worker.