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Morocco's Industrial Sector Shows Modest Growth as Producer Prices Edge Up in November 2024

Morocco's industrial sector demonstrated subtle economic shifts in November 2024, with the Industrial Producer Price Index Excluding Petroleum Refining recording a modest 0.1% increase, according to recent data from the High Commission for Planning (HCP). The food industry emerged as the strongest......

Morocco Posts 4.3% Economic Growth as Industrial Sector Drives Q3 Performance

Morocco's economy demonstrated resilient growth in the third quarter of 2024, expanding by 4.3% compared to 3% in the same period last year, according to data released by the High Commission for Planning (HCP). The growth trajectory was primarily fueled by robust performance in the secondary sector,......

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 Economy Sees Robust Growth as GDP Climbs 10% in 2023

Morocco's economy demonstrated significant resilience and growth in 2023, with the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) reaching MAD 1.463 trillion (approximately $146 billion USD), marking a 10% increase compared to the previous year, according to the High Commission for Planning (HCP). Economic......

Morocco's Q3 2024 Economic Pulse: Industrial Boom Offsets Agricultural Decline

Morocco's economy showed resilience in the third quarter of 2024, with growth reaching 2.8%, up from the 2.4% average recorded in the first half of the year. This uptick, reported by the High Commission for Planning (HCP), stems from a continued recovery in domestic demand and a robust increase in......

Morocco's Chief Statistician: New Census to Unveil Insights into Moroccan Family Dynamics

The national census of the Moroccan population and housing, conducted in September, is set to offer profound insights into the evolving dynamics of Moroccan families. Officials are eagerly awaiting the results, which are expected to provide a comprehensive understanding of family structures and relationships. The......

Silent Suffering: Morocco Grapples with Underreported Domestic Abuse Against Men

In a groundbreaking study, researchers have uncovered a hidden epidemic of domestic violence against men in Morocco, challenging long-held societal norms and exposing significant gaps in legal protections. The master's thesis, titled "Violence Against Men: Reality of Practice and Mechanisms......

Morocco's Economic Landscape: Southern Regions Lead in GDP Per Capita, Highlighting National Disparities

Morocco's economic landscape reveals significant regional variations, with five regions surpassing the national average GDP per capita of 36,284 Moroccan dirhams (MAD) in 2022, according to a recent report from the High Commission for Planning (HCP). The southern region of Dakhla-Oued Eddahab stands......

Moroccan Magic Returns: EPCOT's Hidden Gem Awakens for Food and Wine Festival

The enchanting aromas of Moroccan cuisine once again waft through EPCOT's World Showcase as a beloved dining destination makes an unexpected comeback. Restaurant Marrakesh, long dormant since the 2020 pandemic, has temporarily reopened its ornate doors to welcome visitors during the park's popular......