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Morocco’s dams reach 42.5% capacity after recent rainfall

Following recent rainfall across the country, Morocco’s dams have recorded a noticeable improvement in water reserves. As of January 5, 2026, the overall dam filling rate stands at 42.5%, representing a total volume of 7.12 billion cubic meters, according to data published on the national water......

Dollar/Dirham pair declines 0.56% at end of December 2025

The dollar/dirham exchange rate depreciated by 0.56% during the week of December 22–26, 2025, moving from 9.17 to 9.11, according to Attijari Global Research (AGR). This decline was influenced by a combination of factors, including a -0.4% basket effect linked to the dollar’s depreciation......

Morocco launches soft wheat import rebate for early 2026

Morocco has implemented a rebate system for milling soft wheat imports from January to April 2026, as outlined in a circular from the National Interprofessional Office for Cereals and Legumes (ONICL). This initiative, driven by the ministries of economy, finance, and agriculture, aims to stabilize domestic......

Bouregreg-Chaouia basin dams reach average fill rate of over 88%

Water reservoirs in the Bouregreg-Chaouia basin have reached a high average storage level, reflecting a significant improvement in water availability compared with last year. According to data released by the Bouregreg-Chaouia Hydraulic Basin Agency, dams in the region recorded an average fill rate of......

Morocco publishes 2026 edition of general tax code

The Moroccan General Directorate of Taxes (DGI) has released the 2026 edition of the General Tax Code (CGI), updating the previous 2025 version to incorporate the changes introduced by Finance Law No. 50-25 for the 2026 fiscal year, enacted on December 10, 2025. The updated code is organized into three......

Tanger Med emerges as a strategic port hub for Africa

Tanger Med Port has established itself as one of Africa’s most strategic maritime hubs, driven by its strong performance, advanced organization, and central role in global trade flows, according to observations highlighted by the Ivorian media. Located at the crossroads of Europe and Africa, the......

Moroccan dirham strengthens against the dollar but weakens versus the euro

The Moroccan dirham recorded mixed movements on the foreign exchange market during the week from December 18 to 24, 2025, according to data released by Bank Al-Maghrib. Over this period, the national currency appreciated against the US dollar while showing a slight decline against the euro. Central......

Russia halts Moroccan tomato shipment after virus detection

Russia’s agricultural control agency, Rosselkhoznadzor, has temporarily blocked the import of a Moroccan tomato shipment after detecting alleged traces of two plant viruses during inspection. According to Russian media outlet Newkaliningrad, the agency carried out quarantine and phytosanitary......

Tangerine production in Morocco to grow by 4% in 2025-2026

Morocco’s citrus industry is set to experience moderate growth in the 2025/26 marketing year, with tangerine and mandarin production projected to reach 1.15 million metric tons, a 4% increase compared to the previous season. Favorable weather conditions and the natural growth cycle of citrus trees......

Morocco's business growth continues to accelerate with over 92,000 new registrations

Morocco’s entrepreneurial landscape is thriving, with an impressive tally of 92,232 new businesses registered by the end of October 2025, as reported by the Moroccan Office of Industrial and Commercial Property (OMPIC). These numbers reflect the country’s unwavering momentum in the realms......

Morocco hits record avocado exports, earning $300 million in one year

Morocco exported a record 112,000 tons of avocados between September 2024 and August 2025, marking a significant milestone in the country’s agricultural export sector. Data from EastFruit highlights that this represents a “new all-time high,” with export revenues surpassing $300 million......

BCP completes acquisition of west African financial group ABI

Morocco’s Banque Centrale Populaire (BCP) has completed the acquisition of the remaining shares of Atlantic Business International (ABI), becoming the sole owner of the west African financial group, according to an official statement released on Wednesday. BCP finalized the purchase of a 20.17......

Morocco enacts 2026 finance law to strengthen economy, competitiveness, and tax fairness

Morocco has introduced its 2026 Finance Law, officially Law No. 50-25, which outlines a comprehensive fiscal framework designed to consolidate economic growth, support job creation, and ensure fair taxation. The legislation continues the government’s broader reform strategy aimed at strengthening......

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