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Morocco's educators plan mass demonstration amid stalled reforms

Teachers across Morocco will gather for a major protest on February 1 outside Rabat's Ministry of National Education, as tensions escalate over what unions describe as unfulfilled government commitments. The upcoming demonstration stems from mounting frustration over several key issues, including......

Morocco's literacy campaign struggles despite $300 million investment

Despite investing nearly 3 billion Moroccan dirhams (MAD) in literacy programs, Morocco continues to face significant challenges in reducing illiteracy rates, with 27.9% of the population over 15 still unable to read or write, according to recent government findings. During a parliamentary session on......

Morocco’s Early Education Reform: Challenges and Opportunities

A Critical Look at Morocco's Early Education Landscape Efforts to enhance early childhood education in Morocco have seen mixed progress. A report from the Court of Accounts highlights both strides and ongoing challenges in achieving universal access to quality education. Progress Since 2018 Between......

Morocco Expands Preschool Access with Over 24,000 New Classes for 2024-2025

In a landmark move toward improving early childhood education, the Moroccan Preschool Foundation (FMPS) has unveiled a major expansion, adding over 24,000 new preschool classes across the country for the 2024-2025 academic year. This initiative will extend educational opportunities to an additional 380,000......

Morocco's Rural Education Overhaul: EIB, EU, and Government Launch €125.8 Million Initiative

In a significant move to address educational disparities in Morocco's rural areas, the European Investment Bank (EIB), the European Union (EU), and Morocco's Ministry of National Education, Preschool, and Sports (MENPS) have joined forces to launch a comprehensive €125.8 million technical......

Orange Maroc Expands Digital Education Initiative to 55 Rural Schools

Orange Maroc is taking a significant step forward in bridging the digital divide in education. The company has announced a major expansion of its "Digital Schools" program, aimed at integrating digital technology into primary schools in rural areas across the country. In partnership with the......

Morocco Prepares for Academic Year 2024-2025: Over 8 Million Students Set to Enroll

As the new academic year approaches in Morocco, the Ministry of National Education, Preschool, and Sports has unveiled enrollment projections for 2024-2025. Over 8.1 million students are expected to begin their studies on September 9, 2024, marking a significant milestone in the country's educational......

Moroccan Education Ministry Strengthens Ties with Private Sector to Elevate Educational Standards

In a significant move to bolster the quality of education in Morocco, Minister of National Education Chakib Benmoussa recently convened a high-level meeting with key figures from the private education sector. The gathering, held at the ministry’s central office, aimed to rejuvenate the collaboration......

Moroccan Students Achieve Impressive Success Rate in 2024 Baccalaureate Exams

In a notable academic achievement, 79.4% of Moroccan students passed the 2024 baccalaureate exams, with 347,861 school-based candidates succeeding across both the regular and remedial sessions. The Moroccan Ministry of National Education, Preschool, and Sports announced that this year’s results......