Economy
The National Railways Office (ONCF) and the Ministry of Transport and Logistics inaugurated the new Taza railway station, a $5 million project designed to expand Morocco’s rail network and enhance regional connectivity. The development is part of a broader national effort to modernize infrastructure......
Morocco’s top graduates are shifting their career focus, favoring government positions over private sector roles. A recent survey of over 1,000 graduates from leading universities and business schools revealed that job stability and prestige are now the primary career drivers, replacing the entrepreneurial......
The Casablanca Stock Exchange (CSE) opened today on a positive trajectory, continuing its steady upward trend. The benchmark MASI index climbed 0.24% to reach 20,193.98 points, signaling continued investor confidence in the Moroccan market. The MASI 20 index, which tracks the 20 most liquid companies......
DP World, the Dubai-based global port operator, has announced the launch of a new maritime route connecting Morocco with the United Kingdom and Northern Europe. The service, named "Atlas," is set to reshape trade logistics between the regions by offering faster, eco-friendly transportation......
Rabat, Morocco – Morocco has climbed to fifth place in Africa for the number of active data centers, according to a report by Heirs Technologies. With eight operational data centers, the country shows a growing digital capacity driven by targeted investments and expanding connectivity. The 48-page......
The United Arab Emirates has emerged as Morocco’s largest foreign investor in 2024, injecting MAD 3.1 billion ($310 million) into the economy, according to a report by Morocco’s Office des Changes. This represents 18.9% of Morocco's total net foreign direct investment (FDI), reflecting......
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced the appointment of Haytham Eissa as its new head in Morocco, succeeding Antoine Salle de Chou. Based in Casablanca, Eissa will oversee the bank’s investments and operations across the country. Commitment to Morocco's......
Morocco’s economy expanded by 3.7% in 2023, showcasing resilience amid global challenges. However, a new report by the High Commission of Planning (HCP) reveals that the benefits of this growth were not evenly distributed across the country, with significant regional inequalities persisting. The......
In recent years, the relationship between Morocco and the Gulf states has evolved significantly, transitioning from political solidarity to a robust strategic partnership with far-reaching economic and developmental implications. This cooperation, built on mutual trust and shared interests, positions......
Royal Air Maroc (RAM) has been named the official carrier for the 36th Sao Paulo Biennale, the largest contemporary art event in Latin America. Scheduled from September 6 to January 11, the Biennale will showcase works from artists across Africa, Latin America, and Asia under the theme, “Not all......
Morocco has solidified its position as the third wealthiest nation in Africa, boasting approximately 7,500 millionaires, according to the Africa Wealth Report 2025 by Henley & Partners in collaboration with New World Wealth. This achievement highlights the country’s economic resilience and......
Morocco’s National Railway Office (ONCF) has secured €202 million in financing from Germany's KfW Development Bank to upgrade the Greater Casablanca railway network. This funding follows a $350 million loan approved by the World Bank in June, both supporting the “Service Intra-métropolitain......
The National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE) has initiated a tender for constructing a hybrid solar-diesel power plant with battery storage in El Guerguarat, marking a significant step in Morocco's renewable energy transition. The project, with an estimated cost of MAD 61.8 million......
