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The African Development Bank has approved €200 million funding for the implementation of Morocco’s “Cap Compétences 2030” program designed to improve employment opportunities for young people and women. The Bank’s funding will enable the country to strengthen the quality and diversity of vocational training through the digitalization of services, the large-scale rollout of learning systems, […]
Marsa Maroc, the country’s leading port operator, handled 16.3 million tonnes of cargo during the first quarter of 2026, up 4% year-on-year, while consolidated revenue increased 12.1% to $ 155 million. The Casablanca-based company said growth was supported by stronger domestic container traffic, reflecting the sustained growth of the Group’s port and logistics activities The […]
In a global context marked by geopolitical tensions, armed conflicts and economic uncertainties, Morocco stands out as one of the safest and most attractive destinations for foreign investors. As the war in Ukraine continues to disrupt international markets and tensions in the Gulf fuel serious concerns about global energy and trade stability, the Kingdom emerges […]
The share of renewable energy in Morocco’s electricity mix has risen to 46% in 2025 from 37% in 2021, Energy Transition Minister Leila Benali said, as the country accelerates investment in the sector. Morocco approved nearly 3,000 megawatts (MW) of energy projects in the first quarter of 2026, representing investments of about 22 billion dirhams […]
The Commonwealth of Dominica reaffirmed on Thursday its constant support to Morocco’s territorial integrity and sovereignty over its entire territory, including the Sahara region. The supportive stand was voiced by Foreign Minister Vince Henderson in a press briefing following talks in Rabat with his Moroccan peer Nasser Bourita. The Dominican Minister welcomed the growing international […]
Morocco and France plan to strengthen their relations with the signing of an unprecedented treaty, which will take place during an upcoming visit by King Mohammed VI to France. The news was announced by Moroccan foreign minister Nasser Bourita and his French counterpart Jean-Noël Barrot after talks in Rabat. The treaty would be the first […]
Morocco, which imports the bulk of its fuel needs, holds reserves covering about 48 days of diesel consumption and more than 40 days of gasoline demand, Energy Transition Minister Leila Benali said, as the country seeks to reassure markets over supply security. Speaking in parliament, Benali said stocks of other energy products were also at […]
Morocco issued a strongly worded rebuke on May 21 accusing individuals linked to Algeria’s delegation at UNESCO of “unacceptable” conduct, as Algerian regime looks intent on contaminating sports and culture with its enmity towards anything Moroccan. In a statement, Morocco’s delegation said participants representing Moroccan civil society were subjected to repeated verbal abuse during events […]
Royal Moroccan Air Force and U.S. Air Force have carried out in Morocco engine running on and offloading procedures (ERO), a high-risk, high-reward capability that allows cargo to be loaded or unloaded while an aircraft’s engines remain running. In these tactical operations, the risks are real. Exhaust pulsations can tip unsecured cargo. Engines can pull […]
Morocco, Kenya and Nigeria are the first countries selected to implement the pilot “Africa Digital Access and Public Infrastructure for Trade Initiative”. ADAPT integrates seamless payments, secure data access, and digital identities into a single digital public infrastructure, enabling African countries to trade with greater security, transparency, and efficiency. The initiative was launched by the […]