Casablanca court rules WhatsApp is not a legal communication method for employee dismissal

The Casablanca Court of Appeal has overturned a lower court ruling that had ordered a company to pay financial compensation to a dismissed employee. The appeals court ruled that notifying the company of her illness via WhatsApp had no legal standing, as it did not comply with the company’s official communication protocol, which requires email. The case dates back to a period when the employee experienced a health issue and underwent medical treatment. She sent a medical certificate to

Polisario urges France, Spain, and US to reconsider Sahara stances

The Polisario Front has denounced what it described as «positions based on a logic of political bartering» taken by Morocco and several countries on the issue of Western Sahara. In a statement issued by its General Secretariat, the separatist movement called on France to reverse what it labeled a «shameful» stance in support of Morocco’s sovereignty over the territory, accusing Paris of «undermining regional stability and straining relations between

Jazzablanca 2025 : A citywide celebration of jazz, beyond the stage

Beyond the standout lineup on the stages of the 18th Jazzablanca, held from July 3 to 12, 2025, the entire host city pulsed with the sounds of jazz. With his brass band, American trombonist Glen David Andrews brought the spirit of New Orleans to the streets of Casablanca, much to the delight of residents of all ages.

Moroccan defendants in Barbate Civil Guard case released on bail

The Primary Court in Barbate (Cádiz province) has granted temporary release to two of the four defendants involved in the killing of two Spanish Civil Guard officers. The officers died after their patrol boat was struck by a drug-smuggling «lancha» (speedboat) in the port of Barbate on the night of February 9, 2024. The two Moroccan defendants were released after posting bail of €10,000 and €15,000, respectively. As part of the precautionary measures, they are

UK reaffirms human rights commitment in Western Sahara talks with Morocco

The British government has recently clarified its position on human rights in Western Sahara in response to a parliamentary inquiry. Conservative MP Blake Stephenson questioned the government about discussions with Morocco regarding the protection of Sahrawi rights. In his reply, Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, Hamish Falconer, affirmed that «The UK remains committed to the promotion and protection of human rights globally, including in Morocco

Casablanca launches major road project to ease traffic between Hay Hassani and Dar Bouazza

A major construction project is underway in Casablanca to ease traffic between the Hay Hassani district and the commune of Dar Bouazza. The work began at the Sidi El Khadir intersection and covers an initial 4.5-kilometer stretch that will connect this densely populated area to the southern bypass, before extending toward Nouaceur via the Oulad Azzouz road. Designed as an alternative to existing routes, this new road runs parallel to the Azemmour road and aims to relieve congestion in a

Injured in an accident in Marrakech, Fidji Ruiz and Anas share an update

Hospitalized after an accident that occurred midweek in Marrakech, influencer Fidji Ruiz and her husband, rapper Anas, have spoken out to reassure their followers. «Just thinking about it still makes me tremble», Fidji shared in an Instagram story posted Saturday afternoon. She clarified that neither she nor Anas was behind the wheel at the time. «We were with a private driver. Our vehicle was not responsible for the accident», she said, adding that their one-year-old

Macklemore closes Jazzablanca with a powerful message of solidarity for Palestine

The final night of Jazzablanca 2024 delivered a powerful blend of music, unity, and activism, featuring standout performances by Jupiter & Okwess, Mehdi Nassouli, Hamid El Kasri and Macklemore. The evening ended on an emotional note as Macklemore honored Palestine with heartfelt words and music, calling it «the show of the summer».

Morocco : Committee for the Liberation of Ceuta and Melilla rises from the ashes

A few months ago, Vox raised concerns about the possible revival of the «Committee for the Liberation of Ceuta and Melilla». That project became a reality this Friday, now with an expanded mission that includes combating Rif separatism, which it claims is backed by Algeria.

Morocco's Istiqlal Party urges Spain’s People’s Party to clarify position on Sahara

The Istiqlal Party (PI) has voiced concern over the Spanish People's Party’s (PP) ambiguity on the Moroccan Sahara issue. The message was conveyed by PI Secretary-General Nizar Baraka in a letter addressed to Alberto Núñez Feijóo, recently re-elected as head of the PP during its congress in Madrid. «We express our deep concern about the lack of clarity from the People's Party regarding the Moroccan Sahara issue, especially at a time when there is growing