Economy
The Moroccan Professional Group of Banks (GPBM) has unveiled plans to keep banks open during the final weekend of 2024, marking a notable departure from standard banking hours. This exceptional measure, announced on Thursday, will see banks operating on December 28-29, 2024. The initiative is designed......
Morocco achieved significant strides in its energy sector throughout 2023, marking substantial growth in both renewable energy integration and overall electricity production. The nation's total electricity output reached 42.38 terawatt-hours (TWh) by year's end, representing a 2.3% increase from......
Morocco has joined over 20 nations expressing interest in BRICS membership, according to Russian Presidential Advisor Yuri Ushakov's announcement during a Monday press conference. The development follows October's Kazan Summit, where BRICS partners established a new partnership framework enabling......
Spanish energy retailer Factorenergia has announced the establishment of a 50-50 joint venture with a local partner in Morocco, positioning itself to capitalize on the country’s energy market as it moves towards liberalization. This expansion is part of the company's ongoing international growth......
In a recent report, the International Energy Agency (IEA) has highlighted South Africa and Morocco's dominant positions in African coal consumption, with both nations maintaining significant usage despite shifting energy landscapes. South Africa remains the continent's primary coal consumer,......
The Moroccan government has unveiled a comprehensive wage and tax reform package set to take effect in 2025, aimed at boosting purchasing power and stimulating domestic consumption amid inflationary pressures. Starting January 1, 2025, the guaranteed minimum interprofessional wage (SMIG) will increase......
Morocco has designated approximately 18,000 hectares of public land for investment initiatives in 2024. The projects aim to bolster sectors critical to the nation’s growth, including renewable energy, tourism, and housing. Nadia Fettah, Minister of Economy and Finance, addressed the House of Councillors......
Morocco is ramping up its energy strategy with plans to significantly enhance petroleum storage capacity and renewable energy production by 2030. Energy Transition and Sustainable Development Minister Leila Benali announced a MAD 5 billion ($488 million) investment to expand the nation’s petroleum......
New trends include links to sports betting, pyramid schemes, and cryptocurrency transactions. The Moroccan Financial Intelligence Unit (ANRF) has documented a sharp 31.48% increase in cases of money laundering and terrorism financing in 2023, as revealed in its latest annual report. A total of 71 cases......
Morocco’s 2025 Finance Bill introduces significant tax reforms, offering relief to retirees by gradually eliminating income tax on pensions and annuities. Starting in 2025, retirees will benefit from a 50% reduction in taxes, with a complete exemption slated for January 2026. Government spokesperson......
TotalEnergies and Hutchinson have announced a joint initiative to develop a cutting-edge solar energy project in Morocco, featuring advanced photovoltaic technology. According to Solar Quarter, the collaboration involves the installation of 2,850 high-performance photovoltaic modules, delivering a solar......
With a 36% surge in financial operations and the introduction of an ambitious 2024–2028 strategy, the Moroccan Capital Market Authority (AMMC) is charting a course toward a robust financial future. The Moroccan Capital Market Authority (AMMC) has unveiled its 2023 annual report, showcasing a transformative......
Morocco’s new high-speed rail will cut journey times between Tangier and Marrakech from seven hours to just 2 hours 45 minutes by 2029. Morocco’s National Railways Office (ONCF) has awarded the eighth and final lot of civil engineering works for the Kenitra-Marrakech high-speed rail line......
