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Morocco has averaged USD 3.5 billion in FDI annually across all sectors, UN Tourism said recently, noting that USD 2.2 billion was allocated to the sector between 2014 and 2023. Reports also stressed how Morocco is outpacing Egypt to become a regional leader in the industry.

Morocco Welcomes 17.4 million Tourists in 2024

(3 Minutes Read) Morocco has averaged USD 3.5 billion in FDI annually across all sectors, UN Tourism said recently, noting that USD 2.2 billion was...
Morocco aims to build on its strengthened automotive approach to increase its electric vehicle production capacity by 53%. Morocco’s Minister of Industry, Ryad Mezzour, announced the news on Tuesday, noting that the country’s goal is to increase production to reach 107,000 electric vehicles by the end of 2025.

Morocco to Increase EVM Production by 53%

(2 Minutes Read) Morocco’s automotive production stands at 700,000 vehicles. By the end of the year, Morocco is expected to produce one million vehicles. Morocco aims...
Egypt witnessed a historic surge in remittances from its citizens working abroad during the first nine months of the 2024/2025 fiscal year, according to a statement released by the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE). From July 2024 to March 2025, remittances increased by an impressive 82.7% compared to the same period the previous year, reaching approximately USD 26.4 billion. This is a significant rise from the USD 14.4 billion recorded between July 2023 and March 2024.

Egypt’s Expat Remittances Hit Unprecedented USD 26.4bn in First Nine Months of FY 2024/2025

(3 Minutes Read) Egypt witnessed a historic surge in remittances from its citizens working abroad during the first nine months of the 2024/2025 fiscal year,...
Egypt’s non-oil private sector edged closer to stability in May, as the pace of contraction in business activity and new orders eased, according to the latest S&P Global Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) report released on Tuesday.

Egypt’s PMI Increases to 49.5: Yet Behind Ideal Benchmark 50

(3 Minutes Read)  Both output and new business remained in contraction, but the drops were less severe than in the previous month. A smaller number...
Egypt’s Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy has confirmed that the El-Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant will receive the turbine generator for its first reactor unit before the end of 2025, marking a major milestone in the country’s flagship energy project.

Egypt to Receive Turbine Generator for its First Nuclear Reactor

(3 Minutes Read)  According to a statement issued by the ministry, Esmat was briefed by senior representatives from the two French companies regarding the readiness...
Egypt to Launch Upgraded Export Burden Rebate Program for 2025-26

Egypt to Launch Upgraded Export Burden Rebate Program for 2025-26

(3 Minutes Read) To guide equitable fund distribution, the government has adopted a comprehensive economic model that takes into account several key factors. These include...
Egypt and the EU to Strengthen Economic Cooperation to Boost Investments

Egypt and the EU to Strengthen Economic Cooperation to Boost Investments

(3 Minutes Read) Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation (MPEDIC), Rania Al-Mashat, highlighted the critical role of the forthcoming launch of a €1.8...
According to a Reuters poll, Egypt’s annual headline inflation is forecast to have increased further in May. CAPMAS, the start agency, is expected to release the latest figures today (Wednesday), six days earlier than usual.

Egypt’s Headline Inflation Increases

(2 Minutes Read) This is primarily due to an unfavourable base effect, with some residual impact from energy price hikes in mid-April. The increase in...
UK Backs Morocco’s Autonomy Plan for Western Sahara

UK Backs Morocco’s Autonomy Plan for Western Sahara

(3 Minutes Read) Western Sahara has been disputed since Spain left its former colony in 1975. Morocco and the Polisario Front, a pro-independence group backed by...
The Holding Company for Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals, and Medical Supplies has entered into a strategic joint venture with American pharmaceutical firm Dawah Pharma. This partnership marks a significant step in Egypt’s push to expand its pharmaceutical footprint globally, with plans to manufacture and export a broad range of pharmaceutical products and dietary supplements to international markets.

Egyptian Pharma Company Ties Up with US Firm Dawah Pharma

(3 Minutes Read) The joint venture structure grants the Egyptian side a 40 per cent share, while Dawah Pharma holds a 60% majority stake. The...

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