Economy



Spanish gaming giant expands into Marrakech’s iconic casino

The Spanish gaming group Circa, known for its online gaming platforms and physical slot-machine operations, has finalized an agreement to acquire 50% of the historic Casino de Marrakech, located within the prestigious La Mamounia Hotel. This major move fits into the company's broader expansion strategy,......

Morocco receives first shipment of rails from China for high-speed railway

Morocco is set to receive its inaugural shipment of 6,457 steel rails from China for the Kenitra-Marrakech high-speed railway project. The 36-meter-long rails, weighing 13,000 tons, departed from Bayuquan Port in China’s Liaoning Province on November 15, marking the first delivery under a major......

Moroccan real estate firm EKTAR secures $100 million for luxury housing project

EKTAR, a leading Moroccan real estate investment firm, has successfully raised over MAD 1 billion ($100 million) in its inaugural fundraising round, partnering with family offices and institutional investors. The funds will be used to develop a premium residential project featuring ELIE SAAB-branded......

Gasoil imports rise as revenues and tax receipts decline in Morocco

Morocco's Competition Council has unveiled its seventh quarterly report on the wholesale fuel market, analyzing the performance of nine major distributors during the second quarter of 2025. The report highlights key trends in import volumes, pricing, storage capacities, and gross margins across gasoil......

Morocco advances desalination projects to secure long-term water supply

Amid mounting climate challenges and dwindling water reserves, Morocco is accelerating its desalination strategy to meet rising demands and ensure a sustainable water supply. This shift is driven by an ambitious plan to double investments in desalination by 2033, leveraging advanced technology and renewable......

Transavia expands Moroccan network with Amsterdam-Rabat route launch

Transavia has officially inaugurated its first flight connecting Amsterdam and Rabat, marking a significant milestone in the Dutch airline’s expansion into North Africa. The inaugural flight, which departed from Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport, was attended by Transavia CEO Marcel de Nooijer and......

Morocco solidifies position as top Arab destination for renewable energy investment

Morocco has emerged as one of the leading markets for renewable energy investment in the Arab region, according to a recent report by the Arab Investment and Export Credit Guarantee Corporation (Dhaman). The study, which spans the period from 2003 to 2024, highlights the country's consistent performance......

Bank of Africa launches Brahim Diaz-themed collector cards for AFCON 2025

Bank of Africa has unveiled two exclusive, limited-edition bank cards featuring Moroccan football star Brahim Diaz ahead of the highly anticipated Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025. The tournament, taking place in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, marks the first time the country......

Morocco unveils ambitious upgrades to air navigation and airport infrastructure

Morocco’s National Airports Office (ONDA) has announced a sweeping overhaul of the country’s air navigation system under its Airports 2030 strategy. This initiative aims to equip Morocco with a cutting-edge, resilient air traffic management system that aligns with the highest international......

Morocco advances plans to become a regional leader in aquaculture

Morocco is steadily positioning itself as a future leader in aquaculture across the region, leveraging strong political will, strategic investments, and a forward-looking vision for the blue economy, according to a recent World Bank report. The international financial institution praised Morocco’s......

Cadiz port resumes maritime connection with Morocco after 11 years

The Port of Cadiz has reestablished regular maritime connections with Morocco after an 11-year hiatus, a major step in revitalizing cross-strait trade and cooperation. This milestone marks a turning point in the port's strategic expansion plan, which aims to strengthen ties with both Morocco and......

Morocco sets record with 1,200 tons of lemon exports to UK

Morocco has achieved an unprecedented milestone in its lemon exports to the United Kingdom, shipping 1,200 tons between November 2024 and August 2025. This record-breaking achievement, valued at MAD 9.6 million ($920,000), reflects a 40-fold increase compared to the previous season, according to EastFruit.......

Morocco’s startups show resilience as MENA funding drops 77%

Despite a sharp decline in regional startup funding, Morocco’s ecosystem has remained stable, securing its fourth-place position in the MENA region. The North African country raised $12.3 million across three deals in October, nearly matching its September performance of $13 million, even as overall......

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