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Morocco’s economy grows 2.9% in 2024 first quarter despite drought

Morocco’s economic growth stood at 2.9% in the first three months this year, despite drought that undermined agricultural production. Led by domestic demand, non-agricultural growth was at 4% the same period thanks to the industrial sector and services, the high commissioner for planning said in a report. Rainfall was 42% lower compared to last year […]

Morocco’s Population to Reach 43.6 Million in 2050

The population of Morocco is expected to reach 43.6 million by 2050, that is an annual growth of 272,000 people said Morocco’s statistics office (HCP). Morocco’s demographic growth will thus jump from 33.8 million inhabitants in 2014 to 43.6 million in 2050, the HCP said in its latest population forecasts. It explained that the annual […]

Africa’s potential to boost US companies’ supply chain security — trade expert

As China levies export controls on two critical minerals, gallium and geranium, from August, for US industry dependent upon reliable supply chains, Africa represents a key opportunity for American interests, according to Ned Rauch-Mannino, a former co-chair for the White House’s Prosper Africa initiative. The restrictions imposed on access to these two critical minerals mark […]