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 in Addis Ababa. Describing AfCFTA......

BVS unveils its innovative venture studio in Casablanca Finance City Casablanca, March 10, 2025 – The Moroccan business landscape has been enriched with the official launch of BVS at Casablanca Finance City (CFC). Positioned as an alternative venture studio, BVS aims to become a key player in venture building, offering a fresh approach......

Moroccan mosques have long stood as extraordinary embodiments of a rich dialogue between architecture, history, and heritage. Influenced by Arab, Amazigh, Andalusian, and Mediterranean currents, they reflect the unique and diverse identity of the Moroccan people. The majestic minarets of these mosques continue to radiate a unique splendor,......

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 the interests of legal taxi operators. In......

In a significant move for the North African automotive sector, BYD has launched its latest all-electric vehicle, the Seagull, in Morocco. This introduction marks the sixth model the company has rolled out since entering the Moroccan market in July 2023, following the HAN, TANG, ATTO 3, SEAL, and SEAL U PHEV. The compact urban vehicle will......

Moroccan entrepreneurs can now create businesses online across the country, eliminating the burden of lengthy administrative procedures and marking a milestone in the nation’s digital transformation. The Moroccan Office of Industrial and Commercial Property (OMPIC) has officially expanded its electronic business creation platform to......

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 those from the first ten days......

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 13, 2025, during a conference held in Casablanca. The......

Morocco's National Airports Office (ONDA) announces leadership changes at Nador El Aroui and Agadir Al Massira airports as part of its ambitious “Airports 2030” strategy. The new appointments aim to strengthen management and efficiency at these vital transport hubs. Adel El Fakir, ONDA Director General, has named Othmane Hassani......

The Constitutional Court of Morocco has validated a contentious strike law, officially known as Organic Law 97.15, which governs the right to strike and conditions for labor actions. This ruling emerges after extensive public discourse and nationwide labor protests regarding the law's implications for workers' rights. The court, under......

A peculiar incident has unfolded in the Sidi Bernoussi district of Casablanca, where substantial amounts of white foam have blanketed the streets, prompting significant disruption to traffic and environmental concerns among both residents and officials. The occurrence took place on Tuesday night amid heavy rainfall affecting Casablanca and......

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 provided citizens access to......

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 over an area of 79 square kilometers.......