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The Geopolitician

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Morocco · Country watch

Cannabis Deals in Prague, New Notarial Law

Moroccan cannabis firms secure international deals; new notarial law impacts documentation processes.

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Moroccan business conditions improve with international cannabis deals and clearer notarial procedures. Weather alerts remain a concern for logistics and agriculture.

In this briefing Law No. 051.26 · Moroccan meteorological office · National Agency for the Regulation of Cannabis Activities · Cannafest

Regulation

  • Public sector

New Notarial Law Takes Effect in Morocco

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A new notarial law, Law No. 051.26, will take effect in Morocco on November 9, 2026, according to Agadir 24. The law aims to streamline the management of notarial documents, including marriage and inheritance contracts. It introduces clear procedures and regulations for the handling of these documents, addressing previous issues of disorder and inefficiency in the sector. This legal reform is expected to improve the transparency and reliability of notarial services in Morocco.

Impact Notarial service providers and clients face new procedures for document management.

Sources: Agadir 24 ↗

Safety & health

  • Logistics
  • Agriculture

Weather Alerts for Heavy Rain and Winds in Morocco

The Moroccan meteorological office has issued an orange alert for heavy rains and strong winds expected on November 8, 2026, in several provinces, including Al Haouz, Chichaoua, Taroudant, and Essaouira, according to Yabiladi.com. The weather conditions are anticipated to cause dust storms, potentially disrupting transportation and agricultural activities in the affected areas. Authorities are advising residents and businesses to prepare for possible disruptions.

Impact Logistics operators and farmers in affected provinces face potential disruptions due to severe weather.

Sources: yabiladi.com ↗

Trade

  • Agriculture

Moroccan Cannabis Firms Secure Deals in Prague

Moroccan cannabis companies have secured international deals at the Cannafest trade fair in Prague, according to Alyaoum24. The National Agency for the Regulation of Cannabis Activities facilitated business meetings for 15 Moroccan stakeholders with international partners interested in Moroccan cannabis products. These meetings resulted in purchase agreements covering 46 different contracts. The event, held from November 6 to 8, aims to enhance market opportunities for Moroccan cannabis products.

Impact Cannabis exporters gain new market access through international purchase agreements.

Sources: Alyaoum24 ↗

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