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Economy


Sustainable Water Management in Casablanca-Settat: A Commitment to the Future

In observance of World Water Day 2025, celebrated annually on March 22, the theme this year is "Preserving Glaciers." This initiative aims to shed light on the plight of 2.2 billion individuals globally without access to safe drinking water, urging immediate action to combat the worldwide water......

Ryanair introduces new Manchester to Rabat flight route

Ryanair has announced its plans to launch a new flight route connecting Manchester, UK, to Rabat, Morocco, set to commence on March 30. This new service will operate twice weekly, marking Rabat as the fifth Moroccan destination accessible via direct flights from the northern English airport. With this......

Ryad Mezzour: Morocco remains committed to the AfCFTA

Morocco remains steadfast in its support for the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), reaffirmed by Minister of Industry and Trade, Ryad Mezzour, during the 57th session of the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and the Conference of African Ministers of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development......

Morocco's taxi unions call for ban on inDrive ads amid transport reform tensions

Morocco’s transport sector is facing a pivotal challenge as traditional taxi unions call on the High Authority for Audiovisual Communication (HACA) to prohibit the airing of an advertisement for the ride-hailing app inDrive on public television channel 2M. The unions argue that this promotion undermines......

LiFtour 2025: Driving insights into Morocco’s economic health through advertising trends

Advertising trends as a reflection of Morocco’s economic health At the 2025 edition of LiFtour, Anouar Sabri emphasized the pivotal role of the event as a premier platform for dialogue and exchange. Each year, LiFtour provides an essential space for analyzing advertising investment figures, particularly......

CIH Bank reports impressive growth in 2024 financial results

In a recent meeting chaired by Mr. Lotfi Sekkat, the Board of Directors of CIH Bank convened on two occasions—February 26 and March 11, 2025—to review the bank's performance and consolidated financial results for the year ending December 31, 2024. These results were unveiled on March......

Addressing high seafood costs: Morocco's Affordable Fish initiative success

Morocco has witnessed significant public discourse surrounding exorbitant fish prices, particularly in its coastal cities. The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries reports remarkable outcomes from the seventh edition of the "Affordable Fish" initiative, launched on February 22, which has successfully......

Zeus expands its footprint in Morocco with antimony project acquisition

Australian uranium company Zeus has recently finalized an agreement with Ashgill Morocco Limited to acquire the Casablanca Antimony Project, a venture that has garnered attention as a "highly prospective" exploration initiative in central Morocco. The project encompasses six exploration licenses......

Morocco selects five investors for $31.9 billion green hydrogen projects

Morocco's green hydrogen ambitions took a significant leap forward with the selection of five major investors during a steering committee meeting chaired by Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch in Rabat. This move is part of a broader initiative to develop six projects valued at MAD 319 billion ($31.9......

EIB strengthens Morocco’s economy with strategic investments

The European Investment Bank (EIB) is enhancing Morocco's sustainable development through significant financial and technical initiatives aimed at fostering economic resilience. In a notable achievement, the EIB has surpassed €10 billion in investments in Morocco since its inception in 1979.......

Morocco solidifies its position among Africa's economic powerhouses

Morocco has reinforced its status as a significant economic player on the African continent, as highlighted by the magazine “Jeune Afrique” in its announcement of the 26th edition of its exclusive ranking of Africa's 500 largest companies. With a total revenue of $55.9 billion, Moroccan......

Strengthening trade links: Royal Air Maroc's new route connects Morocco, China, and Brazil

Royal Air Maroc (RAM) Cargo has revitalized a key trade route linking Morocco and China, essential for the movement of goods between China and Africa, while also establishing a direct connection to Brazil. The Moroccan airline has introduced a Boeing 787-9 aircraft operating three flights per week between......

Streamlined security checks enhance passenger experience at Mohammed V Airport

In a move aimed at enhancing the passenger experience, security inspection devices such as scanners and gates at the entrances of Mohammed V Airport in Casablanca have been relocated. This adjustment eliminates long queues and ensures smoother movement, providing travelers with a more comfortable journey......