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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......

G20 Leaders Advocate for Ceasefires and Global Cooperation on Key Issues

The leaders of the world’s 20 largest economies recently gathered to address several critical global challenges, with a focus on achieving a "comprehensive" ceasefire in Gaza and Lebanon. The summit, held in Rio de Janeiro, also saw discussions on climate change, poverty alleviation,......

Gaza Faces Unprecedented Poverty Crisis Amid Ongoing Conflict

In a stark report released by the International Labor Organization (ILO), it has been revealed that nearly the entire population of Gaza now lives below the poverty line. This alarming statistic highlights the catastrophic economic collapse following a year marked by intense conflict and destruction,......

Argentina's Poverty Rate Surges Amidst Austerity Measures

In a stark reflection of the economic turmoil gripping the nation, Argentina's poverty rate has surged to nearly 53% during the first half of President Javier Milei's administration. This alarming figure, released by the national statistics agency, marks the highest level of poverty seen in two......

50th OCI Foreign Ministers Council: Infrastructure Development Key to Combating Poverty and Insecurity

The 50th session of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers commenced on Thursday in Yaoundé, Cameroon, with the participation of the Kingdom of Morocco. Led by Morocco’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia and Permanent Representative to the OIC, Mustapha Mansouri,......

Morocco's Social Welfare System Garners UN Acclaim

In a recent development that has caught the attention of international observers, the United Nations has lauded Morocco's efforts to enhance and expand its social welfare system. This endorsement comes as the North African nation marks a significant milestone in its governance. Li Junhua, Deputy......

Morocco's Social Renaissance: Uplifting Families from the Margins

In a groundbreaking initiative that underscores Morocco's commitment to social equity, the government has unveiled a comprehensive plan to extend direct social assistance to nearly 60% of families previously excluded from public policy benefits. This far-reaching measure is a testament to the nation's......

Morocco's Middle Class Ascendance: Poverty Declines as Economic Prosperity Rises

In a remarkable revelation challenging prevailing perceptions, a recent study conducted by The Policy Center for the New South (PCNS) unveils a heartening trend in Morocco's socioeconomic landscape. Contrary to the widespread belief that Moroccan society is becoming increasingly polarized with the......