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Iran economist warns inflation could exceed 60% as poverty deepens

A senior Iranian economist has warned that inflation could surpass 60% by March 2026, as the country faces an intensifying economic crisis driven by sanctions, mismanagement, and soaring consumer prices. Morteza Afghah, a professor of economics at Ahvaz University, told Khabar Online that Iran is on......

Water shortages threaten Morocco’s fight against poverty

Morocco stands out as one of Africa’s strongest performers in reducing poverty, yet deepening water shortages are quietly undermining that progress for millions of citizens, according to a recent Afrobarometer report. The study highlights a striking paradox: while Morocco ranks high on traditional......

Underage marriage declines in Morocco, but persists in rural regions

Underage marriage in Morocco has significantly decreased over recent years, with the Ministry of Justice reporting a drop in marriage contracts involving minors from 26,298 in 2017 to 8,955 in 2024. This progress is largely credited to reforms raising the legal marriage age to 18, alongside nationwide......

Morocco’s progress in poverty reduction overshadowed by growing inequalities

Morocco has achieved notable progress in reducing poverty and improving human development over the past two decades. However, the persistence of social and regional disparities poses significant challenges to sustainable and inclusive growth. A recent report by the High Commission for Planning (HCP)......

Ramaphosa launches national dialogue to mend a “broken” South Africa

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Friday inaugurated a “national dialogue” in Pretoria, aiming to address what he described as the many “broken” aspects of the country. The initiative comes just over a year after the general elections of May 2024. Ramaphosa highlighted......

Morocco urges unified global action to tackle social development challenges

Morocco has called for a unified global vision to address pressing social development challenges, emphasizing collaboration and inclusion. Speaking at a high-level Arab regional meeting in Tunis, Morocco’s permanent ambassador to the UN, Omar Hilale, highlighted the need for innovative strategies......

Morocco’s future: bridging research and policy to tackle climate, education, and jobs

The Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) in Rabat recently hosted a major conference uniting researchers, policymakers, and international experts to explore how scientific research can inform effective public policies in Morocco. Organized in collaboration with the Morocco Innovation and Evaluation......

Rising urban poverty in Morocco signals need for targeted reforms

Morocco’s High Commission for Planning (HCP) has unveiled concerning findings about the growing vulnerability to poverty among urban populations. The national survey, conducted between March 2022 and March 2023, highlights an increase in the percentage of the population at risk of poverty, rising......

Urban poverty risks rise in Morocco despite national progress

A recent survey conducted by Morocco’s High Commission for Planning (HCP) highlights an alarming increase in vulnerability to poverty within urban areas, signaling a need for targeted interventions. The national survey, based on data from 18,000 households collected between March 2022 and March......

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