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Moroccan Truck Drivers and Spanish Tourists Freed After Kidnapping in Burkina Faso and Southern AlgeriaF

Four Moroccan truck drivers and a Spanish national kidnapped in the Sahel were freed this week, with both now safe under protection.

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Is Morocco Quietly Preparing for Royal Succession?F

Morocco’s royal succession is in the spotlight as King Mohammed VI faces health challenges. Key figures, including Crown Prince Moulay Hassan, are preparing for a potential transition. This shift may lead Morocco toward a more conservative future, impacting the kingdom’s stability and modernization

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Morocco: First Mpox case reported in Marrakech, health authorities activate emergency protocolsF

With dense ties to West Africa, Morocco now has its first Mpox case, identified in the tourism city of Marrakech. This marks the first case in North Africa, prompting an immediate activation of emergency protocols and a damage-control communication strategy coming...
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Morocco’s Agriculture Facing HeadwindsF

Morocco’s agricultural sector, a vital part of its economy, is currently facing significant challenges due to persistent drought and a controversial export-oriented strategy. Despite efforts to boost productivity through the Generation Green 2020-2030 program, the focus on high-water-demand crops has strained the country’s water resources, leading to poor harvests and rising food prices. As debates continue within Morocco’s Parliament, the sustainability of these agricultural practices remains a critical concern for the future.

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