Morocco has been ranked 130th globally out of 165 countries in the Human Freedom Index 2024, and ninth in the North Africa and Middle East region.
T-Man Holding's Matheï industrial complex in Bouskoura has inaugurated a new production line dedicated to Alsa products, marking a significant expansion of its food manufacturing capabilities. The inauguration ceremony took place on December 19, 2024, in the presence of Industry and Commerce Minister Ryad Mezzour. This initiative is the result of a strategic partnership between T-Man Holding and the German food giant Dr. Oetker, owner of the Alsa brand. The new unit has an annual
Moroccan clementines are establishing a stronger presence in the German market, offering the most competitive prices in the clementine segment. However, the increased market share comes with mixed quality reviews from buyers, according to recent market observations. According to the Federal Office for Agriculture and Food (BLE) in Germany, Moroccan imports have attracted increased attention in the citrus market, particularly in the post-Saint Nicholas week period. The report indicates that
The Atlas Mountains in Morocco have been identified as one of three must-visit mountain destinations for 2025, alongside Italy's Dolomites and Chile's Portillo resort. According to Forbes, Pinterest's annual trend report, which claims an 80% accuracy rate, shows a 30% increase in interest in the Atlas Mountains. The Telegraph and The Times have highlighted Morocco as one of the best value-for-money destinations, while Chase Travel has included the country in its «25 Trips To Take In
Huawei Cloud Northern Africa organized its first Morocco Media Innovation Forum 2024 on December 17 in Casablanca, bringing together local and international experts to explore technological innovations in media and entertainment sectors. The event showcased digital solutions for the rapidly evolving media landscape. The forum featured case studies including Mango TV's digital transformation and China Youth Daily's implementation of real-time digital avatars using artificial intelligence. The
Morocco is set to enter negotiations with the European Union for a new multibillion-euro partnership agreement, focusing on migration management and strategic cooperation. The proposed deal, which would build upon existing arrangements between Rabat and Brussels, aims to strengthen the kingdom's role in managing migration flows toward Europe. According to the Financial Times, EU Commissioner for the Mediterranean Dubravka Šuica identified Morocco as the EU's «most important»
The Korean Association of Travel Agents (KATA) is holding its annual congress in Marrakech from December 14-19, 2024, marking the first time the organization has hosted this major event in Morocco. According to the Moroccan National Tourist Office (ONMT), the congress brings together more than 60 participants, including KATA's top management, leading South Korean tour operators, tourism industry figures, and specialized economic press journalists. The congress serves as a platform for KATA
Attijariwafa bank's subsidiary, Attijari Payment Processing, received Visa's Digital Banking and Innovation Award on December 13, 2024. The award recognizes the group's role in implementing innovative digital technologies and transforming banking services for its customers. Visa's Morocco Country Manager, Sami Romdhane, highlighted that this awards reflects the partnership between the two organizations and their shared mission to provide innovative financial services to Moroccan
Royal Air Maroc (RAM) has secured the title of «Best Airline in Africa» at the 21st GT Tested Reader Survey Awards in 2024, marking its second consecutive win in this category. According to the US Global Traveler magazine, which organizes the awards, the selection process involved a comprehensive survey of 20,000 participants across more than 80 categories focused on luxury tourism and travel sectors. The magazine, recognized as a global reference in the travel industry, conducts
Morocco is set to commence its new blueberry season with early variety harvests beginning in December. While production peaks between January and March, optimal availability is expected from April to June to meet growing international market demand. The 2024 harvest is projected to reach 80,000 tons, reflecting favorable seasonal conditions. According to Blueberries Consulting and Agrimaroc, Juan Sainz from Frutta Group highlighted the advantageous climatic and agronomic conditions for this