The coronavirus outbreak has taken a dangerous turn in Morocco with fears that the fight against the virus may lead to restoring a general lockdown after a surge in cases. Eight big cities have already been closed to traffic to prevent mobility, which more than doubles during the Eid holidays as people travel to the countryside and other cities. Despite the travel ban, cases rose by 1063 on the day of EId and later by about 600 and 500 in the two following days. Authorities, according to local media, are concerned the end of the Eid holiday may cause another wave of mobility that is detrimental to the fight against the virus. On Sunday, total coronavirus cases rose to 25,535 including 382 deaths and 18,435 recoveries.

Source: The North Africa Journal August 03, 2020 12:56 UTC