Economy
Morocco is setting the stage for the 2030 FIFA World Cup, which it will co-host with Spain and Portugal, by unveiling a strategic infrastructure development plan as part of its 2025 Finance Bill. This initiative aims to transform key cities into world-class venues, ready to welcome the global sporting......
Morocco is currently experiencing a severe meat crisis, with the cost of beef and lamb soaring above 100 MAD, leaving many citizens struggling to afford these essential foods. This significant price hike, ongoing for nearly two years, has sparked widespread public discontent and placed immense pressure......
In a highly anticipated move, the Moroccan government has officially authorized the Société Régionale Multiservices (SRM) Casablanca-Settat to acquire 100% of Veolia’s shares in the utility company Lydec S.A. This significant development was formalized through Decree 2.24.737,......
Morocco's aerospace industry is experiencing a remarkable ascent, with exports reaching $1.3 billion in the first half of 2024. This achievement positions the sector as the country's leading export performer. In an exclusive discussion with Asharq Business, Hamid El Andaloussi, president of......
In 2024, French buyers have discovered a treasure trove of affordable real estate opportunities in Morocco, with apartment prices starting as low as €42,000 and properties outside major cities averaging €600 per square meter. Morocco has emerged as a favored destination for French property......
CIH BANK Unveils Innovative Remote Banking Service for Moroccan Expatriates In a groundbreaking move, CIH BANK has launched CODE 212, a cutting-edge remote banking service designed to cater to the needs of Moroccans living abroad. This innovative service allows users to open and manage bank accounts......
Morocco's strategic focus on infrastructure over the past 25 years has been a cornerstone of its economic transformation and growth, according to a recent feature in the French geopolitical magazine, Revue Conflits. The article titled "Infrastructure and Economic Development: The Example of......
Maroc Telecom, Morocco's foremost telecommunications provider, has reported a significant 5.1% increase in its customer base for the first half of 2024, reaching a total of 78.4 million subscribers. This growth comes despite facing stiff competition and legal challenges in its domestic market. The......
ONDA Reports Double-Digit Growth in Passenger Numbers and Aircraft Movements Morocco's airports have experienced unprecedented growth in passenger traffic during the first half of 2024, as reported by the Office National des Aéroports (ONDA). The number of passengers soared by 19% compared......
Marsa Maroc has emerged as the selected concessionaire for Terminals 1 and 5 at the Port of Cotonou in Benin, following a rigorous international selection process managed by Benin Handling S.A. This decision represents a pivotal advancement in regional port management, allowing Marsa Maroc to extend......
In a landmark transaction, the Moroccan government has sold its shares in the legendary Mamounia Hotel to the state-owned OCP Group for a sum of 1.7 billion dirhams ($173 million). This move signals a significant shift in ownership for Morocco's oldest and most illustrious hotel, celebrated globally......
In a significant move to bolster its presence in the North African market, Renault Group has appointed Thibault Paland as the new Managing Director of Renault Commerce Morocco and Head of Dacia Maroc, effective July 1, 2024. This strategic decision underscores the French automaker's commitment to......
The Moroccan storage company SOMAS has officially unveiled its fourth butane gas storage cavity in the rural commune of Mohammedia, located 87.1 kilometers from Casablanca. This ambitious project, which represents a significant investment of MAD 400 million ($40.9 million), has substantially boosted......
