Latest news in Morocco? September 5th, 2026
05-09-2026
Key headlines and developments reported across Morocco on September 5, 2026:
- Record Tourism Performance: The Ministry of Tourism announced that Morocco welcomed over 14 million tourists in the first eight months of 2026, driven by an all-time record surge during the month of August. This follows historic passenger traffic across major hubs including Casablanca, Marrakech, and Tangier. Morocco World News
- Call Center Industry Concerns: Industry representatives warned that incoming French regulations banning unsolicited cold-calling could threaten roughly 10,000 jobs within Morocco’s outsourcing and contact center sector. Morocco World News
- Healthcare Fund Pressures: New data regarding the mandatory health scheme (CNSS/AMO) indicated rising financial strain, with benefit payouts exceeding incoming contributions by 57% amid expanded social coverage. Morocco World News
- Preparations for 2026 Legislative Elections: Public authorities and oversight bodies continue final preparations following the submission of candidate lists, focusing on measures to ensure electoral probity and expand youth and diaspora representation. Maroc.ma
- Energy Transition Milestone: Progress was reported on Morocco’s renewable agenda with ongoing feasibility and environmental studies for the nation’s first 1 GW offshore wind farm project. MEED
- Severe Weather Conditions: The Directorate General of Meteorology issued alerts for late-summer heatwaves with localized highs reaching up to 46°C across southern and southeastern provinces, alongside isolated convective thunderstorms in mountain areas.