Keywords: World Bank


Guelmim-Oued Noun: A Masterplan for Water and Soil Conservation on the Horizon

Amid escalating water stress, the Moroccan government is ramping up efforts to fortify the resilience of its territories. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Agriculture, the development of a Regional Masterplan for Water and Soil Conservation and Rainwater Harvesting in the Guelmim-Oued Noun region signifies......

Fostering Entrepreneurial Excellence: Sweden Hosts Moroccan Innovation Summit

In a landmark event aimed at promoting entrepreneurship and fostering innovation, the Swedish Dialogue Institute for the Middle East and North Africa, in collaboration with the Embassy of Sweden in Rabat and the Swedish Institute (SI), is set to host a prestigious two-day workshop in the Moroccan capital.......

Morocco and World Bank Forge "Rapid Response" Partnership

In a significant step toward bolstering the Kingdom's capacity to swiftly respond to emergencies and provide crucial support to its citizens, Morocco and the World Bank inked the "Rapid Response Option" (RRO) agreement on Monday. This milestone signifies a deepening of the long-standing......

Morocco's Female Workforce Faces Unprecedented Challenges: IMF Report

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a concerning report highlighting the surge in female unemployment rates across Morocco, signaling the disproportionate impact of economic hardships on women in the nation's workforce. According to the report, female unemployment in Morocco reached......

Climate Chaos: Threatening Morocco's Financial Stability

A groundbreaking report jointly conducted by the World Bank and Morocco's Bank Al-Maghrib has sounded a stark warning about the vulnerable state of the nation's banking sector amidst the escalating risks of climate change. This pioneering analysis for the African continent sheds light on the......

Addressing the Water Crisis in Morocco: AfDB's Urgent Alarm and Sustainable Solutions

In a stern warning, the African Development Bank (AfDB) has reiterated grave concerns over the escalating water scarcity crisis in Morocco, exacerbated by the adverse effects of climate change. The bank's latest report paints a grim picture, highlighting the far-reaching implications of this crisis......

Empowering Africa's Unsung Agricultural Female Farmers : OCP Africa's Bold Initiative

In the vast expanse of Africa's fertile lands, a silent force labors ceaselessly to sustain communities and nourish nations. These unsung heroines are the female farmers, whose weathered hands and indomitable spirits serve as the backbone of the region's agricultural sector. However, their invaluable......

Morocco's Resilient Ascension: Conquering Inflation and Economic Turbulence

In an era fraught with global tribulations, Morocco has emerged as a paragon of resilience, surmounting economic challenges and distinguishing itself on the world stage. The North African nation's extraordinary economic performance, marked by sturdy growth and a sharp decline in inflation, has captivated......

Remittances to Morocco Reaches $910 Million in January 2024

In January 2024, data from the Office d'Échange, Morocco's foreign exchange regulator, revealed that Moroccan expatriate remittances stood at $910 million USD. While this indicates a slight 2.6% decrease compared to the same period last year, these inflows continue to surpass the five-year......