New rules on bounced checks enter into force in Morocco

The King’s Prosecutor General at the Court of Cassation and President of the Public Prosecutor’s Office, Hicham El Balaoui, has issued a circular to magistrates outlining recent regulatory changes related to check-related offenses. The document was released on Tuesday in line with the provisions of Law 71.24, which amends and supplements Law 15.95 governing the Commercial Code, and has been in force since January 29, 2026. The circular underscores «the requirement of formal

Flooding forces evacuations in several Taza neighborhoods

Local authorities in the Taza region began evacuating residents affected by rising water levels in Oued Rabiaa and Oued Dfali on Tuesday evening, after flooding inundated several nearby homes. The situation led to the evacuation of 23 houses in the Al Malha neighborhood, within Taza city’s sixth administrative district. In addition, six homes on Sidi Abdellah Beit Gholam Street, adjacent to Oued Dfali, sustained damage. Seven families were relocated to designated reception centers,

US warns Algeria of potential sanctions over Russian fighter jet purchase

Robert Palladino, Senior Bureau Official for the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs (NEA), has warned that Washington could impose sanctions on Algeria over its purchase of Russian fighter jets. Speaking before the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Palladino responded to a question on the possibility of sanctions linked to Algeria’s acquisition of Russian-made aircraft, saying, «we also have seen those media reports, and they're concerning». He

Moroccan parliament approves bill reforming Adoul profession

The House of Representatives on Tuesday approved, by majority vote, Bill 16.22 regulating the Adoul profession, during a legislative session marked by extensive debate. Presenting the bill, which was adopted with 82 votes in favor and 36 against, Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi said its drafting was based on a participatory approach involving the National Order of Adouls. He stressed that the Adoul profession plays a central role within Morocco’s judicial system. Ouahbi explained

Tangier-Assilah schools suspend classes February 4 due to weather disruptions

The Provincial Directorate of National Education in Tangier–Assilah announced on Tuesday the exceptional suspension of classes in all public and private schools on February 4 due to adverse weather conditions. The decision aims to ensure the safety of students and school staff and follows a weather alert issued by the General Directorate of Meteorology, as well as recommendations from the Provincial Monitoring Committee, in coordination with local authorities. Similar class suspensions

Weather disruptions: Morocco activates remote learning for affected schools

The Ministry of National Education, Preschool and Sports announced on Tuesday that it has made the «TelmidTICE» digital distance-learning platform available to ensure educational continuity in schools, including pioneer institutions, that have been closed following weather alert bulletins issued by the National Directorate of Meteorology (DMN). In a statement, the Ministry explained that, as part of efforts to maintain learning continuity, the remote-learning platform is accessible

Adverse weather: Tetouan vigilance committee sets up emergency hotline

The Regional Vigilance Committee of Tetouan Province announced that it has made a dedicated emergency phone number (05.39.99.78.58) available to citizens, allowing them to contact the monitoring and field intervention unit as part of measures to manage the weather disturbances expected on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, in line with the issued weather alert bulletin. Local authorities in Tetouan Province have been implementing a series of proactive measures and intensified field operations since

Spain awards Morocco's tourism office two major distinctions

The Moroccan National Tourist Office (ONMT) has received two major distinctions in Spain from leading professional organizations in the travel sector, reinforcing Morocco’s strong positioning in this key European market. The Spanish Confederation of Travel Agencies (CEAV) has named Morocco «International Destination of the Year 2025», an award presented to Achraf Fayda, Director General of the ONMT, the Office said in a statement. This recognition highlights the sustained

Tetouan authorities evacuate residents ahead of expected floods

This Tuesday morning, February 3rd, at 8:00 AM, local authorities in the Tetouan region initiated the evacuation of residents from several flood-threatened areas to designated shelters. This action is part of a series of proactive measures in anticipation of the expected weather disturbances on Wednesday, February 4th. A source from the Tetouan provincial administration informed Yabiladi that the evacuation efforts focused on the neighborhoods of Kouilma, Sidi El Bahrouri, and Nassim Touibla.

Five teams to represent Morocco at Global FIRST LEGO League competitions

The national final of the FIRST® LEGO® League, held in partnership with the Ministry of National Education, Preschool and Sports, concluded in early February 2026 on the campus of Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) in Benguerir. After two days of competition focused on archaeology and technology under the theme «UNEARTHED», five teams stood out for their technical excellence and innovation. The LOGIKO team from Casablanca claimed first place and will represent

Evacuations underway in Ksar El-Kebir as Loukkos River levels rise

In anticipation of exceptional weather conditions and rising water levels in the Loukkos River, local authorities in Ksar El-Kebir have begun evacuating residents from shelters that were opened in the city. Displaced families are being transferred to safe locations as part of accelerated precautionary measures aimed at preventing potential risks. Zineb Simo, municipal councilor in Ksar El-Kebir and an MP for the Tangier–Tetouan–Al Hoceima region, told Yabiladi that local

Melilla fears economic slowdown as Nador port nears launch

Melilla is on edge about the potential impact of increased competition from the Nador West Med Port, as construction progresses and preparations for a new border crossing in Nador are underway. In this climate of uncertainty, Melilla's government spokesperson, Fadela Mohatar, has launched a scathing critique of the Spanish government, accusing it of neglecting the city's economic interests amid Morocco's rapid development. Mohatar, a member of the People's Party, labeled the central

Morocco's House of Representatives adopts bill to reform Adoul profession

On Monday evening, the House of Representatives' Committee on Justice, Legislation, Human Rights, and Liberties approved Bill 16.22, which seeks to regulate the Adoul profession. This decision was made with a majority vote in the presence of Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi. The bill aims to thoroughly reassess the legal and professional framework governing Adouls, with a particular emphasis on enhancing the protections offered to clients, according to the minister. In a statement, the

Moroccan Federation to appeal CAF disciplinary rulings after Africa Cup final incidents

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) announced that it has decided to appeal the rulings issued by the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) Disciplinary Board concerning the incidents that occurred during the Africa Cup of Nations final between Morocco and Senegal on Sunday, January 18, 2026. In a statement, the Federation said that the sanctions imposed do not reflect the seriousness of the events, stressing that the decision to appeal stems from its commitment to

Morocco on red and orange alert as heavy rain, snow, and winds hit Tuesday, Wednesday

Heavy rain, sometimes accompanied by thunderstorms, snowfall starting at 1,600 meters, and strong wind gusts are expected on Tuesday and Wednesday in several provinces across Morocco, the General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM) announced. According to a red-level weather alert, heavy rainfall ranging between 100 and 150 mm is forecast from Tuesday at noon until Wednesday at 11:00 p.m. in the provinces of Chefchaouen and Tetouan. Under an orange-level alert, rainfall totals of 60 to 100 mm

Three arrested in Casablanca for hacking and illegally reselling visa appointments

Three people were arrested, Sunday, in Casablanca on suspicion of tampering with digital data processing systems used for visa appointment bookings and illegally reselling those appointments, Morocco’s General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) announced on Monday. The suspects allegedly used fake accounts and false identities to gain unauthorized access to the online systems dedicated to booking visa appointments. Initial findings indicate that they sold these appointments

Ceuta border fence damaged after storms, warns Spain's Civil Guard association

The Unified Association of the Spanish Civil Guard (AUGC) has sounded the alarm over the deteriorating condition of the border fence in Ceuta, warning that recent storms have caused serious damage to the structure. According to the association, sections of the double fence separating the city from Morocco are now in a «near-collapse» state. AUGC cautioned that the fence’s current condition poses major security risks, noting that migrants can scale it in less than 30 seconds,

Morocco’s pharmaceutical market reforms: Competition Council decision due by end of February

The president of Morocco's Competition Council, Ahmed Rahou, has warned of profound shifts underway in the pharmaceutical market, calling for a coherent overhaul of drug pricing and reimbursement mechanisms. He noted that the sector is no longer defined by a traditional supplier–consumer relationship. «A new actor is now fully involved in price setting: social health coverage, which ultimately bears the consequences», he said during the Council’s annual media briefing