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Morocco launches housing aid boost for youth

Morocco's government has partnered with Al Omrane to offer housing support and professional opportunities for young citizens through the Pass Jeunes program. Youth minister Mohamed Mehdi Bensaid signed an agreement with housing secretary Adib Benbrahim and Al Omrane CEO Hosni Ghazouani to provide......

Morocco Unveils $1.3 Billion Plan to Combat Youth Unemployment

Morocco's government has launched an ambitious MAD 14 billion ($1.3 billion) initiative to address unemployment challenges, with a particular focus on creating opportunities for young job seekers without formal qualifications. The comprehensive strategy, announced by Economic Inclusion Minister Younes......

A Closer Look at Morocco's Labor Market Amid Rising Unemployment Rates in Q3 2024

The latest report from the Haut-Commissariat au Plan (HCP) reveals a troubling increase in Morocco's unemployment rate, which has risen to 13.6% in the third quarter of 2024. This marks a slight uptick from 13.5% during the same period last year, despite the net creation of 213,000 jobs over the......

Morocco's Forsa Initiative Fuels Youth Entrepreneurship, Creating Nearly 37,000 Jobs

Morocco's state-sponsored Forsa program has made significant strides in fostering youth entrepreneurship, achieving a remarkable 74% coverage rate across the nation in 2024. This initiative, aimed at empowering young Moroccans aged 18 to 35, has successfully incubated 21,158 projects, as reported......

MENA Youth Employment Summit 2024: Bridging Skills Gaps in a Changing Economy

Casablanca is set to host a crucial gathering aimed at tackling one of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region's most pressing issues: youth unemployment. The MENA YES! (Youth Employment Summit), organized by Education For Employment (EFE), will bring together over 200 participants from diverse......

Morocco's Unemployment Rate Climbs to 13.1% in Q2 2024: HCP Report

Morocco's unemployment rate has escalated to 13.1% in the second quarter of 2024, according to the latest report from the Moroccan High Commission for Planning (HCP). This figure represents a 0.7 percentage point increase from the 12.4% recorded in the same period of 2023, highlighting a concerning......