Prevalence of disability in Morocco: A regional and demographic analysis
The prevalence of disability in Morocco has shown a slight decline over the past decade, decreasing from 5.1% in 2014 to 4.8% in 2024, according to the High Commission for Planning (HCP). However, this...
Which language do Moroccans speak the most? A comprehensive linguistic overview
Morocco’s linguistic diversity is a reflection of its rich cultural history, blending local and foreign influences. According to the General Population and Housing Census (RGPH) conducted by the High Commission for Planning (HCP), Arabic...
Steady progress in school enrollment and education levels in Morocco
Over the 2023-2024 academic year, Morocco witnessed continued growth in preschool enrollment rates for children aged 4 to 5. Nationally, the rate reached 62.7%, with significant differences between urban and rural areas. In cities,...
Morocco sees smaller households by 2024
As of September 1, 2024, Morocco is witnessing a profound shift in household dynamics, with the number of households reaching 9.27 million, up from 7.31 million in 2014. This growth represents an annual increase...
Morocco’s population tops 36.8 million in 2024 amid slower growth and urban surge
As of September 1, 2024, Morocco's population stands at 36,828,330, according to the latest figures from the Haut-Commissariat au Plan (HCP). This represents an increase of nearly three million people since 2014, though the...
Morocco’s economy slows to 2.6% in 2024, poised for stronger growth ahead
Morocco’s economic growth is projected to slow to 2.6% in 2024, down from 3.4% in 2023, according to the latest forecasts from Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM). However, growth is expected to accelerate to 3.9% over...
Bank Al-Maghrib cuts key interest rate to 2.5% amid economic uncertainty
On Tuesday, December 17, 2024, the Board of Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM) held its final quarterly meeting of the year, where it announced a 25-basis-point cut to the key interest rate, bringing it down to...
Trelleborg launches new aerospace sealing systems factory in Morocco
The global leader in polymer solutions, Trelleborg, officially broke ground on its new industrial facility at Midparc, Casablanca on December 17, 2024. This state-of-the-art plant will specialize in manufacturing advanced sealing systems for the...
Fish canneries grapple with surging vegetable oil costs: How are they adapting?
The relentless rise in vegetable oil prices has sent shockwaves through the food industry, hitting fish canneries especially hard. For a sector renowned for products like sardines in oil, this essential ingredient has transformed...
Attijariwafa Bank launches $150 million bond issuance to bolster regulatory capital
Attijariwafa Bank has announced a subordinated bond issuance worth 1.5 billion Moroccan dirhams (approximately $150 million). Approved by the Moroccan Capital Market Authority (AMMC) on December 13, 2024, under reference VI/EM/037/2024, this operation represents...