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Accelerating Morocco's Reform Agenda: A Catalyst for Economic Growth

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged Morocco to expedite the implementation of its structural reform program to bolster economic growth and ensure sustained fiscal stability. During a recent mission to Rabat, IMF officials, led by Deputy Director Roberto Cardarelli, acknowledged Morocco's......

Moroccan Entrepreneurship Soars: Over 93,000 New Businesses Emerge in 2023

Casablanca-Settat continues to lead the charge in entrepreneurial endeavors within Morocco, boasting nearly 29,000 of the country's remarkable 93,517 newly established businesses by the close of 2023. Data released by the Moroccan Office of Industrial and Commercial Property reveals that this surge......

Cracking Down on the Laughing Gas Trade: Moroccan Police Bust Massive Nitrous Oxide Distribution Ring

In a well-coordinated effort, Moroccan authorities have successfully dismantled an extensive network responsible for trafficking over 150,000 canisters of nitrous oxide throughout the country. This week, simultaneous raids in Casablanca, Marrakech, and surrounding areas resulted in the arrest of five......

Building Bridges Across the Atlantic: 38 Nations Unite to Protect Our Shared Ocean Resource

Representatives from 38 coastal nations convened virtually last week in the latest meeting of the Partnership for Atlantic Cooperation, hosted by Morocco, Spain, and Angola. The leaders reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing collaboration for the sustainable management of the vast Atlantic Ocean. "We......

Local Couscous Brand 'Dari' Faces Boycott over Trade Ties with Israel

Amidst the soaring death toll surpassing 29,000 from Israel's recent bombardment of Gaza, a chorus of voices is demanding that companies sever their commercial ties with the Israeli government in a display of solidarity. Joining the ranks of entities under scrutiny is Dari, Morocco's prominent......

Enhancing Morocco's Water Sector with a €400 Million Investment

Morocco, facing its most severe drought in decades, is set to receive a substantial financial boost from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). This article discusses the implications of the EBRD's €400 million investment in upgrading Morocco's water infrastructure......

Advancements in Renewable Energy Propels Morocco Forward with a 2.4% Surge in Electricity Production

Morocco is making significant progress in bolstering its electricity production from renewable sources, marking a notable upswing in 2023. According to a recent report from the Directorate of Studies and Financial Forecasts, total electricity generation experienced a 2.4% increase last year, showcasing......

Satellite Imagery Unveils the Severe Effects of Drought on Morocco's Landscapes and Livelihoods

NASA satellite imagery has provided a poignant portrayal of the drought crisis gripping Morocco. Images captured in February of both 2023 and 2024 by MODIS sensors aboard the Terra and Aqua satellites depict a striking metamorphosis of landscapes surrounding Casablanca, transitioning from verdant greenery......

Cultivating Climate Resilience: Highlights from the 16th Annual Agriculture Forum in Morocco

Morocco's agricultural industry convened this week in Rabat for the 16th annual International Agricultural Exhibition of Morocco (SIAM) to address farming challenges amidst a deepening climate crisis. Themed "Climate and Agriculture: For Sustainable and Resilient Production Systems," the......