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Morocco's handicraft sector generates $14 billion in annual revenue, showcases export growth

Morocco's traditional handicraft industry has emerged as a significant economic powerhouse, generating annual revenues of MAD 140 billion ($14 billion) and contributing 7% to the national Gross Domestic Product. Secretary of State for Handicrafts Lahcen Saadi presented detailed data during a meeting......

Morocco Boosts Healthcare Access: New Facilities and Services Launched in Fez-Meknes Region

In a significant move to enhance healthcare accessibility and quality in Morocco, the Ministry of Health and Social Protection has unveiled new medical facilities and services across the Fez-Meknes region. This initiative, led by Minister Khalid Ait Taleb, aims to address the growing healthcare needs......

Morocco's Strategic Pursuit of Food Sovereignty: Minister of Agriculture Outlines Key Initiatives

In a recent seminar hosted by the National Rally of Independents (RNI), Minister of Agriculture Mohamed Sadiki provided an in-depth overview of Morocco’s ongoing efforts and strategies to secure food sovereignty amidst an era of economic volatility and environmental challenges. Addressing the......

Morocco's Cereal Harvest Faces Arid Blow, Poised for Precipitous Plunge

In a sobering revelation, Morocco's cereal harvest for the 2023/2024 agricultural season is poised to plummet by a staggering 43%, plunging to a mere 31.2 million quintals, according to the latest update from the Ministry of Agriculture. This grim forecast casts a pall over the nation's agricultural......

Khalid Benamour Assumes Presidency of Fez-Meknes Regional Tourism Council

In the wake of embezzlement scandals and allegations of mismanagement, the Fez-Meknes Regional Tourism Council has chosen Khalid Benamour as its new president in hopes of restoring integrity and good governance.  Benamour was unanimously elected on Monday during a gathering of tourism stakeholders......

Fez-Meknes Tourism Leadership in Turmoil: The Dual Council Dilemma

The enchanting city of Fez, Morocco, with its ancient medinas and rich cultural tapestry, has long been a magnet for tourists. However, recent years have seen the rise of unsettling challenges, including accusations of mismanagement, corruption, and governance failures at the local level. This week......

Morocco's Resilience: Low COVID-19 Cases Persist Amid Ongoing Vaccination Efforts

RABAT - In the latest update from the Health Ministry on Friday, Morocco reported a mere 113 new COVID-19 cases and one fatality over the past week, underscoring the sustained success of the country's robust vaccination campaign. To date, nearly 25 million individuals have received their initial......