Economy
Morocco is advancing its development strategy to meet global benchmarks as it prepares to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup, said Abdessamad Kayouh, Minister of Transport and Logistics. Speaking at the international seminar “Accessibility and Mobility in Urban and Peri-Urban Areas: Challenges and......
Morocco’s National Investment Commission (CNI) has approved 250 investment projects totaling MAD 414 billion, during nine sessions held so far, announced Karim Zidane, Minister Delegate in charge of Investment, Convergence, and Evaluation of Public Policies, on Tuesday before the House of Councillors. Responding......
Morocco and Switzerland have launched a four-year cooperation initiative aimed at strengthening economic competitiveness and creating sustainable employment opportunities through 2028. The program marks a new phase in bilateral relations, positioning Morocco as a priority country for Swiss economic cooperation......
The Regional Project Execution Agency (AREP) of Fès-Meknès has announced the completion of 126 projects between 2021 and 2024, with a total investment of 819.4 million dirhams (DH). These initiatives fall under the programs for reducing territorial and social disparities as......
Morocco’s annual inflation rate dropped to 0.3% in August 2025, down from 0.5% in July, marking the lowest rate since April 2024, according to the High Commission for Planning (HCP). This reflects an ongoing easing of price pressures, despite notable increases in specific consumer costs. Consumer......
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 sports sector is undergoing a dramatic transformation, evolving beyond passion and national pride into a structured, revenue-generating industry. With significant investments in infrastructure, soaring sponsorship deals, and the rise of burgeoning disciplines like padel and esports, the......
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......
Morocco’s beer production has experienced a notable decline, positioning the country as a modest player in regional and global beer markets. A recent report by BarthHaas, a leading global hops supplier, revealed that Morocco produced 818,000 hectoliters of beer in 2024, a drop from 835,000 hectoliters......
Morocco has taken a major step toward transforming its aviation sector with the signing of a $3.7 billion agreement to upgrade and expand the country’s airport infrastructure. The deal, signed by Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch and the National Airports Authority (ONDA), outlines an ambitious five-year......
Egyptian electric mobility company Blu EV, backed by billionaire Naguib Sawiris, has announced plans to invest $100 million in Morocco by the end of 2025. The company, which specializes in converting gasoline motorcycles into electric ones, aims to expand its presence in North Africa as part of its broader......
Hamza Benabdellah, president of the Fez-Meknes Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Services (CCIS), has been elected vice-president of the Permanent Conference of African and Francophone Consular Chambers (CPCCAF). The announcement came during the organization’s 49th General Assembly, held in Fez,......
Morocco’s cost of living experienced a modest decline in May, providing temporary relief to households following months of price instability. However, year-on-year inflation continues to weigh on budgets, highlighting the ongoing financial strain faced by many families. Monthly dip driven by food......
