Keywords: EMPLOYMENT


Hiring intentions in France fall by 6.5% in 2026 amid economic slowdown

Hiring intentions among companies in France are expected to decline by 6.5% in 2026 compared to the previous year, according to a recent survey published by France Travail. The study indicates that recruitment plans have dropped to approximately 2.27 million, marking the lowest level since 2018 and......

Inclusive employment forum in Salé targets hiring gap for disabled youth

Salé will host a major employment initiative on May 12, 2026, as Handicap International, also known as Humanité et Inclusion, organizes an inclusive job forum under the banner “Talents sans limites.” The event will take place in Bab Lamrissa and aims to connect job seekers with......

French labor minister rejects proposal to make March 8 a public holiday

France’s labor minister Jean-Pierre Farandou has ruled out the idea of making March 8 — International Women’s Rights Day — a new public holiday, despite growing calls from trade unions. The proposal, notably supported by the CGT, aims to recognize the importance of gender equality......

Hays reports decline in net fees as hiring demand weakens in Germany

British recruitment firm Hays has reported a decline in its net fees for the third quarter, reflecting continued weakness in hiring demand, particularly in Germany, its largest market. The company recorded an 8% drop in net fees, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by the recruitment sector across......

Britain may extend ban on gagging orders covering workplace abuse

The United Kingdom government is considering expanding planned restrictions on non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) used to silence victims of workplace harassment, discrimination, and abuse. The proposal forms part of a 12-week public consultation aimed at reviewing how far the upcoming ban should apply......

We4She and GIZ launch program to boost women’s inclusion in Morocco’s future sectors

A new initiative aimed at increasing women’s participation in key sectors of Morocco’s economy was launched in Marrakech during GITEX Africa Morocco 2026. Led by GIZ and We4She, the program introduces an expression of interest call for companies willing to integrate gender equality into......

US service sector slows in March as input costs hit 3.5-years high

Growth in the U.S. services sector slowed in March, while the costs businesses pay for inputs surged to levels not seen in over three years, signaling rising inflation pressures amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) reported that its non-manufacturing......

Fès-Meknès launches 11 tourism projects to boost regional investment

The Regional Investment Center of Fès-Meknès has launched a call for projects for the development of 11 tourism initiatives aimed at increasing the region’s attractiveness and creating sustainable employment opportunities. This strategy seeks to stimulate the local economy by encouraging......

Anti discrimination laws vary widely across countries and legal systems

Anti-discrimination laws differ significantly across countries, reflecting variations in legal traditions, cultural norms, and historical priorities. These differences shape which groups are protected, how broadly laws apply, and how they are enforced. The range of protected characteristics varies by......