A viral video circulating on social media has sparked widespread controversy in Morocco, showing two tourists engaging in reckless and dangerous driving on the streets of the tourist city of Marrakech, in what resembles dangerous “rodeo” stunts. This reckless behavior ended in a car accident, confirming the dangers of such practices.
The identity and nationality of the tourists could not be determined, but the music heard in the background of the video indicates that they are French-speaking, suggesting they are either Moroccans residing abroad or French tourists.
This behavior and the resulting accident have provoked widespread anger among social media users, with many calling on Moroccan authorities to intervene quickly and take strict measures to prevent the recurrence of such dangerous incidents. Some have also called for imposing stricter restrictions on granting entry visas to tourists to ensure their respect for traffic laws and regulations in the kingdom.
This incident comes at a time when Morocco is preparing to host the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, which increases the importance of ensuring road safety and enhancing the country’s image as a safe and organized tourist destination.
Pending the results of official investigations into the accident and the identity of those involved, this incident remains a strong reminder of the need for all visitors and tourists to adhere to traffic laws and public safety, out of respect for the host country and to preserve everyone’s safety. It also highlights the importance of tightening road surveillance to prevent such dangerous behaviors that can lead to dire consequences.