Tangier authorities are investigating constructions suspected of being built illegally in sensitive areas of the city. The investigations focus notably on Achakar, Rmilat and Mediouna, where real estate pressure has been a concern for several years.
A coach transporting Moroccans residing abroad was involved in an accident on highway A5, between Tangier and Rabat. The provisional toll shows one death and one seriously injured person, while 25 passengers were on board.
Morocco’s return to GMT will create an unprecedented time gap with Spain during summer. Between Tarifa and Tangier, a crossing of approximately one hour could display an arrival earlier than departure, which is bound to surprise many travelers.
An investigation is currently targeting a network of companies linked to Turkish businessmen. These firms are suspected of massive customs fraud on goods transiting through the ports of Tangier Med and Casablanca .
Morocco has become one of the most strategic links in Renault Group. In a publication dedicated to its Tangier plant, the automaker describes northern Morocco as one of the world’s most integrated automotive ecosystems , where production, suppliers, port and logistics operate within a radius of just a few kilometers.
Every summer, many MREs drive across Spain to reach Morocco. Most head to Algeciras, Almería or Motril, ports well known to travelers. But another option deserves consideration: Tarifa.
The Moroccan port complex Tanger Med strengthens its lead on the international maritime scene. In the second quarter of 2026, it outpaces its direct Spanish competitors once more , Valencia and Algeciras, in the prestigious UNCTAD ranking.
A spectacular chase took place near Tangier to corner a gang specialized in kidnapping and ransom demands . At the heart of the matter are repeat offenders, including the mysterious "Seffafa", targeted by arrest warrants.
Renault benefits from major advantages to produce its vehicles in Tangier. In return, Moroccan authorities impose strict rules, particularly on local integration and the environment, to strengthen this national industry.
Facing summer chaos, authorities launch a vast offensive from Tangier to Martil. The objective is to dismantle clandestine umbrella rental networks to restore free access to public beaches.
In Tangier, the real estate market slowed significantly in the first quarter of 2026. Prices are falling, particularly in land and commercial properties, while transactions are declining sharply .
The municipality of Tangier faces an expropriation threat in Spain . Due to lack of maintenance of the Álava-Esquível palace, which it owns in Vitoria, the city has accumulated a colossal debt with local authorities.