In Morocco, the number of young people aged 15 to 29 who are neither employed, in school, nor in training (NEET) stands at 2.9 million. Among them, 72% are women and girls, according to a new report by the High Commission for Planning (HCP), in partnership with the ILO and the EU. Speaking to Yabiladi, sociologist Hakima Laala analyzes the complex process that leaves these individuals at the edge of despair.
In its 2025 report, UNICEF in Morocco emphasized strengthening health and education initiatives, which have supported public efforts to facilitate the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These projects have been of paramount importance in a global context where the situation for children is challenging.
Ouafaa Mhadi's remarkable journey from Casablanca to the UK is a testament to her resilience and adaptability, as she seamlessly navigated the worlds of academia, entrepreneurship, and cultural diplomacy. Through her diverse ventures, she has not only promoted Moroccan heritage abroad but also forged meaningful connections between Morocco and Britain.
With screens now omnipresent and the line between real life and online interactions increasingly blurred, questions are often raised about the cognitive development of younger generations, for whom digital tools have become almost an extension of the self. Neuropsychologist and cognitive psychology specialist Dr. Abdelhadi Gasmi offers insight into these dynamics.
Morocco has made major progress in expanding access to education, sharply reducing out-of-school rates and increasing enrolment over the past two decades, according to UNESCO. However, challenges remain, including high repetition rates, rising costs for families, and persistent regional disparities.
Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita announced an imminent reform of Arabic language and Moroccan culture teaching for diaspora children, as part of the establishment of the Mohammedia Foundation.
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