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Morocco’s Unemployment Rate Climbs to 21.3%, Census Data Reveals

Unemployment in Morocco has surged to 21.3%, according to the latest findings from the country’s general population and housing census. This marks a notable increase from the 16.2% unemployment rate reported in the 2014 census, signaling a growing labor market challenge. Chakib Benmoussa, the High......

Morocco’s Economy Sees Robust Growth as GDP Climbs 10% in 2023

Morocco's economy demonstrated significant resilience and growth in 2023, with the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) reaching MAD 1.463 trillion (approximately $146 billion USD), marking a 10% increase compared to the previous year, according to the High Commission for Planning (HCP). Economic......

16% of Moroccan Construction Firms Face Supply Chain Challenges in 2024

Supply chain pressures risk stalling growth in a recovering industry Morocco's construction sector is grappling with persistent supply chain disruptions, with 16% of firms reporting significant challenges in sourcing raw materials during the third quarter of 2024. This is according to recent data......

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 Consumer Price Index Stabilizes as Core Inflation Climbs

Morocco's consumer prices held steady in September 2024, while core inflation continued its upward trajectory, according to the latest report from the High Commissioner of Planning (HCP). The data reveals a complex economic landscape marked by regional variations and sector-specific price fluctuations. Price......

Morocco's Q3 2024 Economic Pulse: Industrial Boom Offsets Agricultural Decline

Morocco's economy showed resilience in the third quarter of 2024, with growth reaching 2.8%, up from the 2.4% average recorded in the first half of the year. This uptick, reported by the High Commission for Planning (HCP), stems from a continued recovery in domestic demand and a robust increase in......

Morocco's Chief Statistician: New Census to Unveil Insights into Moroccan Family Dynamics

The national census of the Moroccan population and housing, conducted in September, is set to offer profound insights into the evolving dynamics of Moroccan families. Officials are eagerly awaiting the results, which are expected to provide a comprehensive understanding of family structures and relationships. The......

Morocco Completes Landmark 2024 Census: HCP Lauds Public Participation and Data Security

Morocco's High Commission for Planning (HCP) has successfully concluded the data collection phase of the 2024 General Population and Housing Census, marking a significant milestone in the nation's demographic research efforts. The census, which wrapped up at midnight yesterday, saw strong engagement......

Morocco Grapples with Pervasive Sexual Harassment: A Call for Societal Change

Recent incidents of sexual harassment in Morocco have reignited discussions about the safety of women in public spaces and the need for societal change. A shocking video from Tangier, showing a young woman being assaulted by teenagers in broad daylight, has brought the issue into sharp focus. The incident,......