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OCP Green Water secures MAD 6 billion for desalination expansion and water security

OCP Green Water, a subsidiary of Morocco’s OCP Group, has successfully secured MAD 6 billion (approximately $620 million) in financing aimed at expanding its desalination initiatives. The funding, sourced from the Caisse de Dépôt et de Gestion (CDG), a prominent public financial institution......

Morocco and Mauritania forge partnership for Nouakchott Stock Exchange

Morocco and Mauritania have reached a significant milestone in their economic collaboration with the signing of a protocol agreement to establish the Nouakchott Stock Exchange. This development marks a new chapter in the relationship between Rabat and its southern neighbor. Formalized on Thursday between......

Casablanca Finance City: A key asset in strengthening Moroccan-Irish partnership

Casablanca Finance City (CFC) has been highlighted as a significant asset in bolstering the economic partnership between Morocco and Ireland, according to a recent feature in the Irish publication BusinessPlus Magazine. Ger Corbett, Chief Executive Officer of the Sandyford Business District (SBD), one......

Morocco's Publishing Industry Transforms with Digital Focus

Morocco's publishing industry is experiencing a transformative shift, significantly influenced by the rise of digital publications, particularly in literature, humanities, and social sciences. Despite facing challenges in production, distribution, and circulation, the industry is revitalizing through......

YNNA Group showcases sustainable innovations at Morocco’s 2025 Agriculture Fair

The YNNA Group is set to unveil an array of sustainable products at the upcoming 2025 International Agriculture Show in Meknes (SIAM), scheduled from April 21 to 27. This initiative aims to bolster resilience and eco-friendliness within Morocco's agricultural sector. The company will present offerings......

Ukraine and US take first step toward strategic minerals deal

KYIV/WASHINGTON,  Ukraine announced that it had signed a memorandum of intent with the United States as an initial move toward establishing a broader agreement on the development of mineral resources within Ukrainian territory. The initiative has been strongly advocated by former U.S. President......

Atlantic Re: A New Era for Morocco's Reinsurer

The Société Centrale de Réassurance (SCR) has officially rebranded as Atlantic Re, marking a significant shift in the company’s strategic direction. This announcement coincided with the inauguration of its new headquarters at Casablanca Finance City, reinforcing its commitment......

Domestic demand boosts economic growth in late 2024

During the final quarter of 2024, the national economy posted a 3.6% growth compared to the same period the previous year, according to a recent report by the High Commission for Planning. This performance was primarily fueled by stronger domestic demand. Though this growth rate was slightly below the......

Strengthening Morocco’s Automotive Industry Through Strategic Partnerships

In Tangier, two significant partnership agreements were signed on Wednesday to enhance Morocco's automotive industry, as part of the 8th edition of the Automotive Meetings Tangier-Med. The first agreement involves the Ministry of Industry and Trade, the Ministry of Economic Inclusion, Small Business,......

Trump claims progress in Japan trade talks amid market volatility

President Donald Trump has declared "significant progress" in trade negotiations with Japan, stepping in unexpectedly during a session between U.S. and Japanese officials in Washington, DC. Despite ongoing uncertainty fueled by his administration’s aggressive tariff policies, Trump emphasized......

Africorp Mining secures ONHYM tender for Naour copper deposit in Morocco

Africorp Mining has successfully acquired an international tender issued by Morocco’s National Office of Hydrocarbons and Mines (ONHYM) for the operation of the Naour copper deposit in the Beni Mellal province. This significant project involves a total investment exceeding MAD 230 million (approximately......

Investigation reveals exploitation of Moroccan workers in France

A recent investigation by StreetPress has highlighted the alarming exploitation of Moroccan agricultural workers in the Lot-et-Garonne region of southwestern France. This report exposes the harsh realities faced by these workers, who were reportedly charged €14,000 each for seasonal work contracts......

Global oil demand forecast lowered by IEA amid trade tensions

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has revised its global oil demand growth forecast for 2025, citing "escalating trade tensions" linked to U.S. tariffs. After a period of relative calm, global oil markets have been shaken by a wave of tariff announcements in early April, according to the......

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