The First Instance Court in El Jadida delivered its verdict this Tuesday, sentencing Moroccan streamer Elias El Malki to four months in prison and a fine of 5000 dirhams. This ruling follows charges that sparked widespread debate across social media platforms.
The prosecution accused El Malki of several offenses, including « incitement to hatred, » « discrimination, » « broadcasting and distributing content that violates individuals’ privacy and defames them, » as well as « public indecency, » « public defamation, » and « drug consumption. »
This case has drawn significant media attention due to El Malki’s influence as a digital content creator with a substantial following. It highlights the judiciary’s role in enforcing laws and promoting ethical conduct, both offline and in the digital space.
