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Managem Expands Footprint with Acquisition of Sound Energy Morocco

Managem Secures Major Stake in Morocco’s Natural Gas Fields In a strategic move poised to reshape the energy landscape in Morocco, Managem, a prominent player in the mining sector, has announced the acquisition of Sound Energy Morocco, a subsidiary of the British entity Sound Energy. This acquisition......

Resurgence in Real Estate: Why Businessmen Are Snapping Up Stalled Construction Projects

As summer approaches, real estate developers anticipate a surge in demand to help clear their property inventories. However, a notable trend has emerged where savvy investors are capitalizing on developers' misfortunes by purchasing halted construction projects at bargain prices. These investors......

ONCF Unveils Ambitious Summer 2024 Rail Strategy: Connectivity and Comfort Take Center Stage

Morocco's National Railway Office (ONCF) is gearing up for a transformative summer season, rolling out an extensive plan to accommodate the anticipated surge in travelers. From June 24 to September 23, 2024, the Moroccan rail network will pulsate with over 230 daily trains, marking a significant......

Morocco's Public Sector Set for Transformation with World Bank's $600 Million Boost

In a significant move to enhance public services and modernize governance, Morocco has secured a $600 million loan from the World Bank. This substantial financial injection, divided into two distinct programs, aims to revolutionize the country's public sector and state-owned enterprises (SOEs). The......

Moroccan Financial Sector Anticipates Steady Course for Central Bank's Interest Rates

In a remarkable display of consensus, Morocco's financial community is exhibiting an almost unanimous expectation that Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), the country's central bank, will maintain its current benchmark interest rate. This sentiment emerges from a recent survey conducted by Attijari Global......

World Bank Unlocks $600 Million to Bolster Moroccan Public Sector Performance

The World Bank has approved a substantial $600 million financing package aimed at strengthening public sector performance, enhancing inclusivity, and improving the quality of public services in Morocco. This strategic decision underscores the bank's commitment to supporting the North African nation's......

Spain's Industrial Exodus: Over 360 Firms Shift Production to Morocco

In a significant industrial migration, more than 360 Spanish companies have transitioned their production facilities to Morocco, according to a recent report by Maghreb Online. This information, sourced from the Spanish Institute of Exports and Investments (ICEX), highlights a growing trend among Spanish......

Moroccan American Network Prepares Grand Celebration for 8th Annual Morocco Day in Washington D.C.

The Moroccan American Network is set to host a spectacular commemoration of the 8th annual Morocco Day in Washington D.C. on June 30, promising an event that will showcase the rich cultural tapestry and enduring diplomatic ties between Morocco and the United States. Founded in 2013 by Moroccan entrepreneur......

Morocco's Electrifying Surge: Power Production Rises 3% by April's End

In a remarkable stride towards energy self-sufficiency, Morocco's electricity production increased by 3% by the end of April 2024, marking a stark contrast to the 1.9% decline recorded a year prior, according to data from the Directorate of Financial Studies and Forecasts (DEPF). This surge in power......

Soaring Connections: Royal Air Maroc Launches Direct Abuja-Casablanca Route

In a significant development for African air travel, Royal Air Maroc (RAM) has inaugurated a direct flight route between Abuja and Casablanca, marking a new chapter in Morocco-Nigeria relations. The maiden flight took off from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja on Sunday, heralding an era......

Morocco’s Core Inflation Sees 2.2% Year-Over-Year Spike in May

Core inflation in Morocco experienced a notable rise of 2.2% in May 2024 compared to the same month last year, as reported by the High Commission for Planning (HCP). This increase underscores persistent inflationary pressures within the Moroccan economy, even as the broader Consumer Price Index (CPI)......

Casablanca Tops North African Cities in Oxford Economics Global Index

The Global Cities Index also highlights Rabat, Agadir, and Marrakech among other Moroccan cities. Casablanca has emerged as the most attractive city in North Africa, according to the Global Cities Index 2024 by Oxford Economics. The Moroccan economic hub has been ranked 442nd out of 1,000 cities worldwide......

COVID-19 and Inflation Compound Morocco’s Economic Inequalities, HCP Report Reveals

Disparities Deepen as Morocco’s Poor Bear the Brunt of Economic Crises Morocco’s recent economic challenges have disproportionately affected its least affluent citizens, according to a comprehensive report by the High Commission for Planning (HCP). The report highlights how the COVID-19......