Economy
Morocco’s ambitious Forsa entrepreneurship program, launched in 2022 with a budget exceeding MAD 1.25 billion ($138.28 million), has come under fire for significant implementation issues, raising doubts about its effectiveness in supporting young entrepreneurs. Intended to provide interest-free......
Morocco’s watermelon exports to France have seen a dramatic rise, increasing by 155% over the past decade, according to new data compiled by COMTRADE and shared by Hortoinfo. In 2015, Morocco exported 23.96 million kilograms of watermelons to France, a figure that soared to 61.13 million kilograms......
The volume of outstanding bank credit in Morocco reached 1,175.5 billion dirhams by the end of June 2025, reflecting an annual growth of 5.8%, according to the latest figures released by Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM). This increase includes a 4.4% rise in loans granted to non-financial agents and a significant......
The Mohammed VI Investment Fund (FM6I) announced on Thursday the selection of 14 asset management companies to oversee sector-specific and thematic investment funds. This move comes as part of a national strategy to enhance private sector capital, stimulate investment, and generate long-term employment. These......
The Moroccan government has outlined four major priorities for the 2026 Finance Bill (PLF), in line with the High Royal Guidelines. These priorities mark a new phase of transformation for the Kingdom and aim to balance economic growth with social justice and territorial equity. According to the official......
Despite rapid digitalization, Morocco continues to face persistent issues with traditional payment methods, revealing a deeper crisis of trust within its financial ecosystem. According to the African Scientific Journal, these incidents are not just technical failures but symptoms of ethical shortcomings,......
Morocco shines in global retirement rankings Morocco has been ranked among the world’s top retirement destinations, securing 24th place out of 44 countries in the 2025 Global Retirement Report by Global Citizen Solutions. The North African nation also stands out as one of the top five retirement......
European logistics company Samskip has introduced the Moroccan Reefer Service (MRS), a new weekly maritime line connecting Agadir and Casablanca directly to Thamesport in the UK and Rotterdam in the Netherlands. The service offers a faster, more sustainable alternative for transporting fresh produce......
University Mohammed VI Polytechnic (UM6P), in partnership with key organizations, has launched "Lead," a pan-African initiative aimed at advancing Africa's growth by fostering public policy excellence and institutional development. A collaborative effort for change The initiative, hosted......
Royal Jordanian Airlines is set to introduce direct flights between Amman and Casablanca starting mid-October, marking a significant milestone in strengthening ties between Jordan and Morocco. The new route was announced by Jordanian Ambassador to Morocco, Jumana Ghunaimat, who highlighted its importance......
Dubai-based energy firm AMEA Power has announced its involvement in the second phase of Morocco’s Agadir seawater desalination project, a transformative effort set to make the facility one of Africa’s largest water treatment plants. This expansion will boost the plant’s capacity to......
The United States recorded a trade deficit of $60.2 billion in goods and services in June 2025, a marked improvement from the $71.7 billion registered in May, according to data released on August 5 by the U.S. Census Bureau and the Bureau of Economic Analysis. This reduction was driven by a lower deficit......
Morocco is solidifying its position as a leading fertilizer supplier to India, bolstered by strategic agreements and its commitment to high-quality exports. The country’s state-owned OCP Group, a global leader in the fertilizer industry, has played a pivotal role in meeting India’s agricultural......
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