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Child labor in Morocco: A persistent challenge despite progress

Child labor remains a pressing issue in Morocco, particularly affecting rural communities, despite a gradual decline in recent years. According to a report by the High Commission for Planning (HCP), based on the 2024 National Employment Survey, approximately 101,000 children aged 7 to 17 are engaged......

Ageing population: What you should know about Morocco’s demographic shift

Morocco, like many nations worldwide, is experiencing a significant demographic transition characterized by an ageing population, declining birth rates, and notable social and economic implications. The latest census data reveals that the country’s population has surpassed 37 million, with the......

Morocco invests $10 billion to combat inflation and support households

Between 2022 and 2025, Morocco allocated more than MAD 100 billion (approximately $10 billion) to subsidize essential goods, as stated by Minister of Economy and Finance Nadia Fettah during a recent session at the Chamber of Counselors. This significant financial commitment aims to alleviate the burden......

Morocco's substantial investment in butane gas subsidies

The Moroccan government grapples with the significant financial burden of subsidizing butane gas, as highlighted by Fouzi Lekjaa, the Minister Delegate in charge of the Budget. Annually, the country allocates over MAD 15 billion to support this essential household fuel, with the average subsidy for each......

Domestic demand boosts economic growth in late 2024

During the final quarter of 2024, the national economy posted a 3.6% growth compared to the same period the previous year, according to a recent report by the High Commission for Planning. This performance was primarily fueled by stronger domestic demand. Though this growth rate was slightly below the......

Morocco’s Economic Growth Slows to 3.7% in Late 2024

Morocco's economy recorded a growth rate of 3.7% in the final quarter of 2024, a decline from the 4.2% achieved in the same period last year. This slowdown, reported by the High Commission for Planning (HCP), is attributed primarily to a downturn in agricultural output, while non-agricultural sectors......

Morocco’s manufacturing sector sees 5% growth in late 2024

Morocco’s manufacturing industry, excluding petroleum refining, experienced a 5% growth in production during the final quarter of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. This growth reflects the resilience and diversification of the country’s industrial base, driven by key sectors that......

Growth in Moroccan wholesale trade signals optimism for early 2025

Moroccan wholesale trade sector sees growth amid challenges for services Morocco’s wholesale trade sector demonstrated resilience in late 2024, with 36% of enterprises reporting an uptick in sales during the fourth quarter, as revealed by a survey conducted by the High Commission for Planning......

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......