Morocco: Rapper 'Mais' Sentenced to Seven Years for Attempted Kidnapping

A Moroccan court has sentenced French-Moroccan rapper Walid Georgi, known by his stage name "Mais", to seven years in prison after being convicted of attempted kidnapping and forming a criminal organization.

"Mais" was arrested in January of this year upon his return to Morocco from Dubai, where he had been living, to face legal proceedings.

This ruling comes as he faces another legal challenge in France, where a warrant for his arrest was issued in 2023 due to allegations of violence.

The case has garnered significant attention in artistic and media circles, as "Mais" is a prominent figure in the French rap scene. However, his career has suffered considerably due to his involvement in criminal activities.

This verdict underscores the Moroccan judiciary's commitment to addressing violent crimes and gang formation, regardless of the defendant's celebrity status.