Morocco’s Businesses Face Severe Economic Strain Amid COVID-19 Crisis
27 March 2020
In Morocco, times are tough for businesses due to the exceptional context of the health crisis that is heavily impacting economic activity.
Economy
Informal Workers in North Africa Face Economic Crisis Amid Pandemic Lockdowns
27 March 2020
It is a lean period for workers without contracts and without social protection in the Maghreb. Whether in Morocco, Algeria or Tunisia, these workers hope for a rapid end to (…)
Morocco Launches Subsidized Barley Program for Drought-Affected Farmers
27 March 2020
Starting this Friday, March 27, 2.5 million quintals of subsidized barley will be distributed to the benefit of livestock farmers in areas affected by the rainfall deficit.
Moroccan Water Company Donates 1 Million Bottles Weekly to Hospitals Amid COVID-19 Crisis
27 March 2020
The Société des eaux minérales d’Oulmès intends to demonstrate its solidarity in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic. It announces that it will provide free public (…)
Moroccan Business Council Warns of Economic Fallout from COVID-19 Pandemic
27 March 2020
The Moroccan Business Climate Council (CMC) looked at the economic shock caused by the coronavirus (covid-19) pandemic. In an analysis, the CMC noted that the pandemic has (…)
Morocco Launches CNSS Allowance Portal for Employers Affected by COVID-19
26 March 2020
To benefit from a monthly lump-sum allowance from the National Social Security Fund (CNSS) during the period from March 15 to June 30, 2020, two important steps must be taken (…)
Moroccan Banks Face Cash Crunch as Pandemic Spurs Withdrawal Surge
26 March 2020
The coronavirus pandemic and the declared state of emergency have caused a rush of Moroccans to banks, resulting in massive cash withdrawals. Banks are striving to find a shock (…)
Morocco Halts Public Sector Hiring Amid Economic Crisis
26 March 2020
The Head of Government, Saâdeddine El Othmani, has called for the postponement of promotions and the cancellation of recruitment competitions in the public sector.
Port of Casablanca Maintains Normal Operations Amid COVID-19 Precautions
25 March 2020
The National Ports Agency (ANP) stated on Monday that the Port of Casablanca continues to welcome ships and receive goods. The implementation of an appropriate system, in (…)
Morocco Reports Stable Prices for Essential Goods Amid Coronavirus Concerns
25 March 2020
The data presented by the services of all the ministerial departments concerned with supply, prices and control indicate a stability of prices for most of the most consumed (…)