Morocco’s 14 international ports handle the vast majority of the country’s foreign trade, accounting for 95% of overall exchanges, according to Minister of Equipment and Water Nizar Baraka. Speaking during a parliamentary session at the House of Councillors, Baraka highlighted the strong......
Morocco’s Agriculture Minister Ahmed Bouari has announced a groundbreaking achievement in agricultural subsidies, with the government transferring MAD 1.45 billion ($145 million) directly to over 352,000 livestock farmers in just five days. This initiative marks a significant shift towards efficiency......
The World Bank has raised concerns over the sharp decline in women’s participation in Morocco’s labor force, urging comprehensive reforms to address social, structural, and legal barriers limiting their economic contributions. Female labor force participation has dropped from 29% in 2000......
Morocco’s appetite for industrial equipment has surged over the past decade, reflecting the country’s growing transformation into a high-tech, industrialized economy. The value of imported industrial equipment climbed from MAD 77 billion in 2014 to nearly MAD 179 billion in 2024, marking......
Morocco’s digital marketplace has undergone a profound transformation in the last five years, redefining how consumers shop and businesses sell. Online retail has shifted from a niche activity to a major driver of national growth, reflecting the country’s growing embrace of technology and......
Casablanca, November 5, 2025 — Mohamed El Kettani, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Attijariwafa bank, has been awarded the prestigious title of “African Banker of the Year” at the AFIS Awards 2025. Leading Morocco’s largest banking group since 2007, El Kettani has been......
The Moroccan Capital Market Authority (AMMC) approved on Friday the prospectus for the initial public offering (IPO) of Cash Plus, marking a significant step in the development of Morocco’s financial sector. The operation involves the issuance of 2 million new shares and......
The General Confederation of Moroccan Enterprises (CGEM) has released the findings of its third Barometer of Responsible Governance, highlighting significant progress in corporate governance among Moroccan publicly listed companies. The announcement, made in Casablanca under the leadership of CGEM Vice......
Morocco has bolstered its urban transport infrastructure with the arrival of 257 new buses at the Port of Casablanca. This marks the first phase of the 2025–2029 Urban Public Transport by Bus Program, a nationwide initiative aimed at modernizing mobility and enhancing public transport services......
For Moroccan businesses operating globally, whether exporting products to Europe, importing from South America, or freelancing for international clients, navigating traditional banking systems can be fraught with challenges. Outdated processes, hefty fees, and unfavorable exchange rates often hinder......
Royal Air Maroc (RAM) has announced an ambitious expansion of its domestic flight network, enhancing connectivity to Morocco’s southern provinces and supporting regional development. The new routes are part of a partnership with the regions of Dakhla-Oued Eddahab, Laayoune-Sakia El Hamra, and Guelmin-Oued......
Morocco’s national carrier Royal Air Maroc (RAM) and China Eastern Airlines have signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance air connectivity between Africa and China. The agreement, signed by RAM CEO Hamid Addou and Wang Zhiqing, Chairman of China Eastern Airlines, aims to......
Morocco’s government will revise its upcoming national budget to prioritize spending on health and education, aiming to address deep-rooted social disparities and respond to growing public discontent. The announcement comes after weeks of nationwide protests led by young Moroccans demanding better......
