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Morocco advances social protection reform amid challenges

Morocco’s journey toward universal social protection is gaining momentum, but obstacles remain, according to Amina Bouayach, president of the Moroccan Human Rights Council (CNDH). Speaking at the 9th International Parliamentary Forum on Social Justice in Rabat, Bouayach underscored the critical......

Morocco intensifies school-based measles prevention with new vaccination drive

A comprehensive measles vaccination initiative has launched across Moroccan schools as health authorities take decisive steps to protect students from the highly infectious disease. The Ministry of Health and Social Protection has partnered with the Ministry of National Education to implement a coordinated......

Meningitis vaccine supply secured for Morocco's 2025 Umrah pilgrims

Health authorities in Morocco have taken decisive steps to ensure adequate supplies of the newly mandated meningitis vaccine for citizens planning to perform Umrah in 2025, according to government spokesperson Mustapha Baitas. The initiative comes in response to Saudi Arabia's recent requirement......

Morocco launches urgent vaccination drive amid rising measles cases

In response to a significant measles outbreak, Morocco's Government Council is set to convene Thursday to address the growing public health concern. The outbreak, which began in September 2023, has resulted in 25,000 cases and 120 deaths. A nationwide school vaccination campaign is currently underway,......

Moroccan healthcare unions pause strike amid progress on July agreement

Morocco's healthcare sector saw a significant shift as national union coordinators suspended their planned strike, choosing instead to focus on implementing the existing July 23, 2024 agreement with the Ministry of Health and Social Protection. The decision followed a productive meeting in Rabat......

Measles Outbreak Spreads Through Morocco's Prison System, Affecting 41 Inmates and Staff

Morocco's prison system is grappling with a growing measles outbreak, as authorities confirm 41 cases across multiple facilities, affecting both inmates and staff members. The General Delegation for Prison Administration reports that the outbreak has spread to several correctional facilities throughout......

Morocco's CNSS Extends Weekend Hours as Social Security Payment Deadline Looms

The National Social Security Fund (CNSS) of Morocco has announced an exceptional measure to open all its branches nationwide during the weekend of January 11-12, as the deadline approaches for its debt recovery initiative. This unprecedented move comes as the January 15 deadline nears for affiliates......

Morocco Boosts Medical Training with 88% Increase in Student Capacity for 2024

Morocco's healthcare system is undergoing significant expansion, with medical faculties set to increase their student capacity by 88% in 2024. The move is part of a broader strategy to strengthen healthcare services and meet the growing demand for skilled medical professionals. The Minister of Health......

Millions of Moroccan Workers Lack Access to Social Security

Millions of Moroccan workers remain excluded from the national social security system, causing significant economic and social challenges. Hicham Sabri, the Secretary of Employment, highlighted the issue during a parliamentary session, revealing that the country loses approximately MAD 5 billion ($500......