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Morocco Sees Improvement in Education and Illiteracy Rates by 2024

Morocco has made significant strides in education over the past decade, with a notable reduction in illiteracy, particularly among women and rural populations. According to the latest census data from the High Commission for Planning (HCP), the national illiteracy rate dropped from 32.2% in 2014 to 24.8%......

Morocco's Record-Breaking November Heat Intensifies Climate Crisis Concerns

Morocco's autumn of 2024 has entered the record books as one of the most scorching seasons in the nation's history, with November temperatures soaring to unprecedented levels. The Directorate General of Meteorology (DGM) reports that the season ranked fourth-hottest overall, marked by a temperature......

Unprecedented Surge: Africa Faces Critical Mpox Outbreak with 69,000 Cases in 2024

The African continent is experiencing a severe public health challenge as Mpox cases reach alarming levels in 2024, with the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) reporting over 69,000 cases and 1,260 fatalities. In a recent online briefing, Africa CDC's Chief of Staff and......

Morocco's Economic Outlook Brightens as Inflation Set to Drop to 1% in 2024

Morocco's inflation rate is projected to decline significantly, reaching a five-year low of 1% in the fourth quarter of 2024, according to Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), the country's central bank. This marks a substantial improvement from the 6.1% rate recorded in 2023. Core inflation, excluding volatile......

Algerians Demand End to Military Control in New Online Campaign

Amid escalating economic difficulties, Algerians have taken to social media to demand an end to military rule with the launch of the hashtag #مانيش_راضي (I’m Not Satisfied). Activists are calling for the military to return to its traditional role of border protection, urging a shift toward......

Shifting Household Dynamics: Women's Rising Role and Changing Family Structures in Morocco

In a revealing snapshot of social transformation, Morocco's latest census unveils significant shifts in household composition and leadership, highlighting the evolving roles of women and changing family structures over the past decade. The 2024 census, conducted by the High Commissioner of Planning,......

Morocco to Host FIFA Africa Bureau Headquarters in Groundbreaking Agreement

Morocco has officially been chosen as the host for the FIFA Africa Bureau headquarters, marking a pivotal moment for the advancement of football across the African continent. The agreement, signed in Marrakech following the 2024 CAF Awards, underscores Morocco's growing influence in sports governance......

Atlantic Dialogues 2024: Visionary Leadership Drives Atlantic Cooperation

The Atlantic Dialogues 2024 conference opened on Thursday in Rabat, bringing together global leaders, diplomats, academics, and industry experts to address shared challenges and opportunities within the Atlantic Basin. Sponsored annually by the Policy Center for the New South and held this year at its......

AMMC 2023 Report: Pioneering Growth and Innovation in Morocco’s Capital Market

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......