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The Finance Law of 2026 introduces a significant tightening of the framework for combating the informal economy through the expansion of the self-assessment mechanism for VAT. Starting in 2026, this mechanism will be applied to industrial processing chains that use new industrial waste, metals, and reclaimed materials, with the stated aim of securing the tax base and reducing fraudulent practices. Published in Official Bulletin No. 7465 bis on December 16, 2025, the text stipulates that industrial companies subject to VAT will now be required to self-assess the tax on their purchases from non-subject or exempt suppliers with no right to…
The social pillar of ESG (environmental, social, and governance criteria) is gradually being established as a structural axis of the strategy of Moroccan listed companies, due to a combination of evolving investor expectations, regulatory pressure, and the transformation of business models, according to BMCE Capital Global Research (BKGR). This progression occurs while non-financial reporting remains heterogeneous on the Casablanca Stock Exchange, BKGR notes in its latest CSR Newsletter, which focuses on social issues. According to the same source, an analysis of the ESG reports published by major issuers highlights an improvement in the quality of social disclosures, particularly in the…
Morocco is preparing to implement a broader and more rigorous regulatory framework to oversee the quality control of natural gas fuel. A draft decision, developed by the Department of Energy Transition and submitted for public consultation through the General Secretariat of the Government, aims to clarify the application procedures of Decree No. 2.23.962 related to the import, export, refining, packaging, and distribution of hydrocarbon substances. This text seeks to establish a comprehensive normative framework covering the entire value chain, from the introduction of fuel into the national territory to its consumption. The stated objective is to enhance the monitoring of…
This growth is particularly driven by the strengthening of private electricity production (+7.7%) and that of the National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE) (+7.2%), alongside a 45.1% increase in contributions from national third parties, as stated by the DEPF in its recent economic note. Regarding net energy consumption, it increased by 7.5% by the end of October 2025, reaching a record level not seen in the past twelve years, following a rise of 3.6% the previous year. In this context, the imported volume of electric energy rose by 26.2% during the first ten months of 2025, after an…
The Marchica Lagoon enhancement project has reached a decisive new milestone with the approval of a budget allocation of 900 million dirhams for the period 2026-2027. This decision was formalized during the board meeting of the Agency for the Development of the Marchica Lagoon Site (AASLM), held Wednesday in Rabat under the presidency of Nadia Fettah, Minister of Economy and Finance. This investment aims to accelerate the implementation of structuring projects, enhance the territorial attractiveness of Nador, and reinforce a sustainable, inclusive development model open to private investment. The 2026-2027 investment program will be jointly financed by the Ministry of…
The Minister of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development, and Water and Forests, Ahmed El Bouari, conducted a field visit in Ouezzane on Wednesday, dedicated to launching and monitoring structural projects within the framework of the “Green Generation” strategy. This visit coincided with the opening of the third edition of the National Olive Fair. Accompanied by the governor of the province of Ouezzane, Mehdi Chalabi, as well as central and regional officials from the Ministry of Agriculture, the minister inaugurated the hydro-agricultural development works for the irrigated area of the communes of Asjen and Mezefrouane. This project covers an area of…
The Islamic Development Bank (IDB) is strengthening its role as a strategic partner of Morocco by approving a new total financing of over 207 million euros, aimed at supporting two key priorities of the Kingdom: water security and the development of continental aquaculture. According to information released following the latest session of the IDB’s Board of Executive Directors, an amount of 188.82 million euros will be allocated to projects aimed at alleviating water stress. These funds will primarily be used for the construction of new dams and related works, securing supplies of drinking and agricultural water, and the transfer of…
El Guerdane Commune (Taroudant Province) – After years of drought severely impacting farmers in El Guerdane, in the Taroudant Province, and significantly affecting agricultural production, hope is being restored following recent rains that have revitalized the lands and promise a fruitful agricultural season. Like other areas in the province, the El Guerdane commune has benefitted from substantial rainfall, which is expected to have a positive effect on various crops, especially citrus fruits and other produce that have suffered in recent years from persistent drought. These rains are expected to enhance soil fertility, promote winter crops, and refill water reserves, an…
Morocco is emerging as one of the most competitive players in European supply of green ammonia and hydrogen derived from renewable sources, alongside the United Arab Emirates and the United States, according to a German academic study focused on clean energy supply chains. With particularly low production costs backed by high solar and wind potential, the Kingdom is poised to be a key supplier by 2030 and 2040. The study, highlighted by the specialized site Attaqa, emphasizes that green ammonia is “a strategic vector for clean energy supply chains, serving both as an industrial product and a transport medium for…
Lesieur Cristal inaugurated its new ground-mounted photovoltaic plant on Tuesday at its industrial site in Aïn Harrouda, a project developed by Nareva Services. This milestone represents a decisive advancement in the group’s decarbonization strategy and confirms its commitment to accelerating the energy transition in the Moroccan industry, according to a joint statement. The facility deployed in Aïn Harrouda, with a capacity of 2 MWp (megawatt-peak), consists of 3,254 photovoltaic modules installed over an area of 1.5 hectares, enabling an annual reduction of approximately 2,400 tons of CO₂, equivalent to planting 90,000 trees each year, the statement noted. This project bolsters…