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Maroc Telecom Expands to 79.7 Million Subscribers Amid Strong Growth in African Markets

Maroc Telecom, Morocco's premier telecommunications provider, has reported a substantial increase in its subscriber base, reaching 79.7 million users by September 2024. This 6.1% growth over the past year is driven by the company’s expansion in African markets and the rising demand for postpaid......

Morocco Unveils $735 Million Highway Expansion Plan Ahead of 2030 World Cup

Morocco is set to dramatically expand its motorway infrastructure through a comprehensive MAD 7.74 billion ($735 million) investment plan spanning 2025-2027. The initiative aims to add 1,000 kilometers of new highways to the nation's transportation network, strengthening its position as home to Africa's......

World Bank Strengthens $8 Billion Development Partnership with Morocco

The World Bank has reinforced its commitment to Morocco's development agenda, highlighting a robust partnership that encompasses 27 active projects valued at $8 billion. This announcement comes one year after the landmark 2023 Annual Meetings held in Marrakech. The institution's renewed dedication......

South Africa Blocks Morocco's BRICS Aspirations at Kazan Summit

The ongoing BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia has brought to light significant diplomatic tensions as South Africa firmly opposes Morocco's potential inclusion in the expanding economic bloc. The three-day gathering, which commenced on October 22, 2024, has placed the controversial topic of membership......

Morocco's New Cabinet Secretaries Take on Critical Economic and Social Reforms

Morocco's government has appointed new Secretaries of State to address pressing challenges across vital sectors, from maritime resources to social integration, marking a strategic shift in the nation's administrative approach to economic and social development. The appointments come at a crucial......

Morocco's OCP Plans $14 Billion Investment Strategy for 2025-2027

Morocco's state phosphate company OCP has announced an ambitious MAD 139 billion ($14 billion) investment plan spanning 2025 to 2027, marking a significant expansion of its operations and sustainability initiatives. According to a recent report from the Ministry of Economy, the investment will be......

Former BMW Executive Appointed to Spearhead Morocco's Investment Strategy

In a significant move to enhance Morocco's economic landscape, King Mohammed VI has appointed Karim Zidane as Minister Delegate for Investment, Convergence, and the Evaluation of Public Policies (MICEPP), marking a strategic shift in the nation's approach to investment and governance. Zidane,......

EIB Strengthens Morocco Partnership with €1 Billion Post-Earthquake Recovery Investment

The European Investment Bank (EIB) has strengthened its long-standing partnership with Morocco by providing a significant €1 billion loan package. This marks a notable expansion of the EIB's nearly €10 billion investment in the country since 1979. EIB Vice President Ioannis Tsakiris outlined......

IFC Injects $37 Million to Modernize Morocco's Logistics Infrastructure

In a significant move to strengthen Morocco's logistics sector, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) has announced a $37 million investment in Building Logistics Services (BLS), a key logistics operator in the North African nation. The agreement, signed during the International Monetary Fund......

Credit du Maroc Announces Strategic Public Share Offering Worth 1 Billion MAD

Credit du Maroc is set to launch a significant public share offering, making available 1.2 million shares to both the public and employees as part of Holmarcom Finance Company's strategic initiative to enhance the bank's market presence in Morocco's financial sector. The offering, scheduled......

Women-Led SMEs Take Center Stage at ECA's North African Economic Forum

The Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) has concluded a significant policy dialogue in Rabat, Morocco, focusing on empowering women-led small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across North Africa. The two-day high-level meeting marked the culmination of a comprehensive two-year initiative aimed at strengthening......

Morocco's Railway System Unveils $939 Million Expansion Plan Through 2027

Morocco's National Railways Office (ONCF) has announced an ambitious MAD 9.78 billion ($939 million) investment strategy spanning 2025-2027, marking a significant advancement in the country's transportation infrastructure. The comprehensive plan, detailed in the public establishments and enterprises......

Morocco's Strategic Health Tax Reform: Balancing Public Wellness with Economic Growth

Morocco's parliament is taking bold steps toward modernizing its tax system through a comprehensive Finance Bill that targets consumable goods with significant public health implications. The proposed legislation, discussed in a recent ministerial council session led by King Mohammad VI, aims to......