Legal Troubles for Popular Singer Cheikha Trax
The renowned Moroccan singer Fatima Zahra, popularly known as "Cheikha Trax," finds herself embroiled in a significant legal controversy alongside her sister-in-law, Hiba. Both women have been placed under provisional detention following serious allegations of defamation and cyber harassment. This development marks a new chapter in an ongoing judicial saga that has captured public attention.
On the afternoon of October 13, 2026, the public prosecutor near the Marrakech Court of First Instance ordered their detention in Oudaya prison. The charges against them include insults, defamation, and violations of privacy on social media platforms. These actions followed a preliminary investigation conducted by the judicial police, which involved questioning both parties and confronting them with the allegations presented against them.
Social Media Fallout and Accusations
The situation escalated due to intense verbal exchanges on social media, fueled by the dissemination of videos and audio recordings that have gone viral. Notably, one recording attributed to Cheikha Trax allegedly contains derogatory remarks aimed at residents of the Sidi Youssef Ben Ali neighborhood in Marrakech, prompting widespread outrage among locals and internet users alike.
Simultaneously, Hiba has faced legal repercussions following a direct complaint from Cheikha Trax herself, accusing her of leaking private information and spreading damaging allegations online. Ironically, both women now share the same fate, finding themselves behind bars as their case unfolds.
The court is expected to review this case in the coming days, with hearings that will include defense arguments and public prosecutor recommendations. This incident has reignited discussions about the enforcement of cybercrime laws in Morocco and the delicate balance between freedom of expression and the protection of individual honor and reputation.
As reported by fr.le360.ma.
