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The 18th Festival de Fès for Sufi culture and world wisdom opened in Fez, Morocco, inviting audiences to a program that blends Sufi chants, international musical creations, intellectual talks, and artistic…
Read the full brief →Young Moroccan filmmakers rely on personal savings, reduced fees, borrowed equipment, unpaid work, deferred payments, and mutual support to move from script to set, highlighting the ongoing financial and…
The 2027 Finance Bill centers on five broad priorities: purchasing power, youth insertion, regionalization, strategic sovereignty, and strengthening the economy. General orientations were examined and adopted…
A strategic partnership between ESSEC Business School – Campus Afrique and Bank of Africa aims to facilitate access for young African talents to the Bachelor International Program in Business Administration…
La directrice générale du FMI réaffirme l’engagement du Fonds à soutenir ses pays membres face aux défis économiques mondiaux, dans un contexte de tensions géopolitiques, d’inflation, de dette croissante et…
A Moroccan business commentary discusses the concept of “free credit” for large corporations, noting that big firms typically have access to banks, credit lines, and sometimes capital markets. The piece…
The IMF’s division chief for public finances acknowledged Morocco’s progress on budget consolidation, while stressing the importance of maintaining social protection for vulnerable populations in the face of…
La Vie Éco reports that ACAPS has launched a new user-friendly online platform for insurance claims. The system aims to streamline the submission and tracking of claims, facilitate communication with the…
A French-language piece from La Vie Éco notes Morocco is shifting from two decades of pumped-storage (STEP) toward expanding battery energy storage (BESS) to better integrate renewables, improve grid…
A French-language report from La Vie Éco describes Saham Bank launching a redesigned mobile application that aims to simplify everyday transactions, boost client autonomy, and improve access to their advisor.…
A French-language opinion piece argues that the next five years will determine Morocco’s leadership role in the Maghreb, Africa, the Mediterranean, the North Atlantic, and relations with Europe, in the…
A French-language piece argues that overconfidence in one’s own abilities can lead to poor policies, calling for citizen consultation and intellectual humility. The article highlights the need for inclusive…
Morocco’s central bank reduced overall injections to 152.5 billion MAD as the liquidity need grew to 136.5 billion MAD in September. The injections comprised 57.1 billion MAD of 7-day advances, 47.6 billion…
According to La Vie Éco, official foreign reserves stood at 515.7 billion dirhams on October 2, up 1.8% versus the prior week and 23% year over year. The report notes a 2.95% depreciation of the dirham…
A Moroccan regional call for proposals invites investment on publicly owned land for five tourism projects, including lodging, ecotourism, and camping. Proposals must reflect the natural, cultural, and…
Morocco reports 15.7 million international visitors through September 2026, up 5% from the same period in 2025, adding more than 717,000 arrivals. The source notes are from the Ministry of Tourism,…
La Vie Éco reports that Comediablanca will perform two galas in Taghazout Bay on Oct 23–24, featuring twelve Moroccan and international comedians at the Taghazout Bay Marriott Resort. The event is framed as…
A La Vie Éco report notes that innovative financing has been a key budget valve during the rise of public investment. With its extinction, the Moroccan government must activate other levers without…
A Moroccan surge in critical mineral mining has seen hundreds of millions of dollars invested to develop numerous deposits. A focused look highlights a cluster of investors who are emerging as standout…
A French-language Morroccan economy piece highlights weekly notable figures Loubna Tricha, Hamid Bentahar, and Hicham El Mhajri. The article surveys their current activities and public profiles without…
A French automaker announces a €10 billion investment in electric vehicles, with an earlier note of €13 billion in additional EV investments planned over the medium term under its futuREady plan. The report…
At the Marrakech Air Show, visitors may view models of the F-35A, F-16, and C-130J, with a C-130J from the US Air Force and F-16s from the Royal Moroccan Air Force also present on the exhibition area.
A heat wave with temperatures between 36°C and 40°C is forecast Friday through Sunday for the provinces of Taroudant, Oued Ed-Dahab, Es-Semara, Boujdour, Laâyoune and Aousserd in Morocco. The report notes…
A Morocco-wide program, run with the Treasury and FINEA (CDG group), offers training and coaching to help small businesses access public markets and financing. The call for applications is open until 30…
Hamid Bentahar has been re-elected to lead the Marrakech-Safi Regional Tourism Council for another term. The renewal occurs amid ongoing promotion projects to boost the destination, with increased attention…
At a Abu Dhabi event, Moroccan ambassador Azzeddine Farhane called for intensified regional cooperation to combat crime, terrorism, and separatist movements across the Sahel and Sahara, highlighting…
The Moroccan government and the African Development Bank group signed a financing agreement worth 270 million euros to support the Extension and Modernisation of Airport Infrastructure Program (PEMIA). The…
A La Vie Éco opinion piece argues that the coming five-year period (2026–2031) will require a faster growth pace to boost GDP to at least the current Portugal level, framing Morocco as an “island” needing…
A central inspection commission was sent by Morocco’s Interior Ministry to Tangier to investigate irregularities reported at two vote stations during the September 23 legislative ballot. The inquiry is…
Moroccan groups have increasingly announced stakes in European firms over the past three years, signaling a trend of external growth as national champions look abroad. The piece notes a sustained shift in…
La Vie éco presents a weekly snapshot focusing on three figures—Amine Tehraoui, Abdelhamid Addou and Houssein Zayani—highlighting their actions and public impact. The piece notes the personalities’ varying…
La Vie Éco reports that M-AUTOMOTIV, the exclusive importer and distributor of GAC in Morocco, officially launches the GAC brand in the Moroccan market. The rollout is underway with Casablanca and Tangier…
A French-language documentary titled Naza has received international critical praise but sparked ire among several Israeli officials. The piece notes that cinema can involve contentious zones of interest,…
In Agadir Ida-Outanane, the Party of Justice and Development (PJD) tops the tally with 24%, ahead of the RNI and PAM, as Said Amzazi announced late at night. Voter turnout drops to 26.89% from 36% in 2021,…
Unofficial results indicate PAM lead with 97 seats, followed by RNI (66) and Istiqlal (65). PJD placed fourth. The September 23 election mobilized nearly 6 million voters, with turnout reported at 38.08%.
Preliminary results indicate PAM as the largest party, followed by RNI. Alongside Istiqlal, the three governing parties reportedly total 228 seats, surpassing the parliamentary majority. PJD is positioned…
Mohamed Chaouki, president of the Moroccan RNI, reviewed claimed government achievements across several social sectors in Tétouan, five years after seeking voters’ trust. He argues the record extends beyond…
Morocco’s inflation eased by 0.3% in August. The change reflects a 3.9% drop in food prices and a 2.5% rise in non-food prices. The information comes from HCP as reported by La Vie éco. No figures beyond…
Panama reaffirmed its sovereignty support for Morocco and endorsed the 2007 autonomy plan as the sole serious, credible, and realistic basis for a political solution to the Sahara dispute. The embassy…
An article from La Vie Éco describes how electoral campaigning in Morocco is shifting online, using social media, short messages, online ads, and AI-generated responses to voters’ questions about parties’…
At Tanjazz, The Groovy Four performed blues, swing, and rhythm & blues from the 1940s–1950s, at Palais des Institutions Italiennes. The quartet mixed historical influences with original compositions, aiming…
The Royal National Initiative (RNI) broadens its on-the-ground engagement with citizens during a pivotal pre‑campaign period, showcasing intensified efforts by its leadership as the party remains the…
A government statement outlines key fiscal milestones for 2027, balancing major development projects, social expenditure, and fiscal sustainability. The plan signals continuity while preserving public finance…
A French-language business brief notes that bond yields generally increased on the secondary market between September 9 and 16, with marked rises for maturities of 5, 10, and 15 years. No figures or official…
During a Security Council Arria-formula meeting, Moroccan Foreign Affairs proposed an international initiative to enhance security and freedom of navigation in straits, notably the Strait of Gibraltar,…
A Moroccan company, Gidna, has quietly built a multimodal business model over about 20 years, claiming over 100 projects delivered. Since 2022 the company has accelerated growth and is moving to a higher…
A week before the vote on 23 September, competition tightens across Casablanca-Settat’s 16 local constituencies. Reports focus on the number of slates, candidate roots, and party switches, which vary by…
A heatwave with temperatures reportedly between 40°C and 44°C is anticipated in multiple localities. The report notes ensuing storms, thunder activity, and hail in several provinces alongside the heat…
Morocco’s Akdital group announces a new training academy designed to support staff throughout their careers and ensure consistent competencies and practices across its facilities, promoting shared standards…
In the Fès-Meknès region, the AFWAJ program opens to projects across all sectors with the aim of addressing diverse needs and fostering entrepreneurial initiatives that create value and jobs. The article…
A weekly snapshot highlights three figures—Abdellatif Jouahri, Rochdi Talib, and Mehdi Bensaid—and their public actions. The piece from La Vie Éco notes their various movements and influence, without…
A French press anecdote warns that artificial intelligence could mirror or exaggerate racist tendencies, with intellectual laziness linked to AI potentially producing harmful outcomes. The piece notes…
Yassine Oukacha, head of the RNI parliamentary group, defended the government’s trajectory led by Aziz Akhannouch and urged Moroccans to renew their trust. The piece notes belief in a credible national…
Morocco’s national airport operator ONDA has doubled its teams responsible for information, guidance, and passenger flow management over the past year, increasing from 344 agents in 2025 to 670 today across…
The Terminal Est at Nador West Med is now prepared to accommodate the world’s largest container ships, reinforcing Nador West Med’s position as a major strategic hub in the Mediterranean.
Moroccan venue Casablancan event: Top Event Production presents the French-language comedy “Chéri, on se dit tout,” part of the 15th Théâtrales edition, at Studio des Arts Vivants in Casablanca. The piece,…
AUSIM’s gathering in Morocco brings together about 1,200 executives and decision-makers to discuss moving from AI pilots to measurable industrial impact, with emphasis on data control and autonomous…
A report from La Vie Éco (Morocco) notes that on Monday, around 15:40 GMT, copper traded at about $14,500 per tonne on the London Metal Exchange, after peaking at $14,533. The article mentions that copper had…
From Jorf El Melha, former RNI president Akhannouch commits to establishing a special seasonal workers card, intended to grant holders access to CNSS coverage. Details such as eligibility criteria,…
A Moroccan feature in La Vie Éco, originally in French, centers on a fictional character dubbed as a ‘5G bouliste’ and touches on playful, satirical language about social status, language, and local identity.…
An industry-wide examination reveals that while artistic residencies provide time, production costs, and potential ownership of works, funding models vary and market access remains uncertain. The variability…
After a short summer pause, Morocco’s Rassemblement National des Indépendants (RNI) resumes public outreach, outlining achievements, explaining the electoral program, and presenting candidates during…
The CNSS Board approved 2025 accounts and 2026 budget amid a 10% rise in declared payroll to 244.84 billion dirhams. Decisions focus on cybersecurity, digital transformation, and management of polyclinics,…
As the 2022-2026 education roadmap nears completion, Morocco seeks to consolidate gains and transform recent advances into durable classroom results. The ministry targets pioneering schools, preschool…
Morocco’s ONCF awarded a €19 million contract to a China Railway consortium for supply of track equipment for multiple projects, including Nador West Med, Tanger Ibn Battouta Airport service, and the second…
In Taounate, the Rassemblement national des indépendants (RNI) held a rally that drew strong party turnout. The event highlighted the government’s record and outlined the party’s program for the next phase…
Morocco's bank credit to the private non-financial sector grew 10.1% in July 2026, following a 9.8% rise in June, driven mainly by accelerated lending to private non-financial companies, according to Bank…
A Morocco-based IT distributor that entered the market in July 2022 reports rising activity and profitability and is shifting focus toward artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud, and digital…
Samsung Electronics unveils the Galaxy S26 FE, the first in the Galaxy S26 line to launch with One UI 9, delivering immediate access to the latest premium Galaxy experiences. The report originates from La Vie…
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