Investment in Morocco: 581 Billion Dirhams Approved and Over 245,000 Jobs Expected
Investment Commission Approves Significant Projects in Morocco
The Investment Commission has approved 381 investment agreement projects and amendments since the current government took office, amounting to an estimated total of approximately 581 billion dirhams. These projects are expected to create over 245,000 direct and indirect jobs across various regions of the Kingdom.
These figures illustrate a rapid acceleration in investment dynamics in Morocco, driven by reforms aimed at enhancing the country’s economic attractiveness and supporting territorial development.
The New Investment Charter Begins to Show Results
According to the 2021-2026 government report, the new investment charter, which came into effect in March 2023, has allowed the National Investment Commission to approve 297 projects across various sectors and regions of the Kingdom.
These projects represent a total investment volume of 513 billion dirhams and are expected to generate over 201,000 direct and indirect jobs in the long term. This new framework aims to enhance Morocco’s competitiveness, encourage private investment, and strengthen the creation of high-value jobs.
Enhanced Support for Very Small, Small, and Medium Enterprises (TPMEs) and Regional Projects
The government has also emphasized support for very small, small, and medium enterprises (TPMEs) through a specific initiative officially launched in November 2025 in Errachidia.
In this context, 209 projects have been submitted to the Regional Investment Centers (CRI). Among these, 33 projects have already been approved by the unified regional investment commissions, totaling nearly 483 million dirhams and expected to create around 940 direct jobs.
Simultaneously, 179 regional projects requiring less than 250 million dirhams have been submitted since the start of 2025. Of these applications, 83 projects have received approval from the relevant authorities, representing total investments of 8.1 billion dirhams and approximately 11,000 direct jobs anticipated over time.
Advanced Reforms to Improve the Business Climate
The government is also continuing the implementation of its roadmap aimed at enhancing the business environment by 2026. According to presented data, 98% of planned initiatives and projects have already been launched, with an execution rate of 72%.
These reforms are designed to simplify administrative procedures, bolster economic competitiveness, and further improve Morocco’s attractiveness to both domestic and international investors.
Unprecedented Public Investment Efforts
The government report also highlights an exceptional public investment effort for the period 2022-2026, with a total budget of 1.6 trillion dirhams, marking a 61% increase compared to the 2017-2021 period.
These investments have primarily focused on social sectors and projects with a significant impact on citizens’ daily lives, including university hospitals, educational institutions, and vocational training centers.
Improvement in Payment Terms Between Companies
The government also emphasizes the positive effects of Law No. 69-21 concerning payment terms in inter-company transactions. Since its enactment, 68% of companies now comply with the legal 60-day payment deadline.
This development has led to a significant reduction in inter-company receivables, which fell from 373 billion dirhams in 2021 to 315 billion by the end of 2024, according to data from the Payment Terms Observatory.
Progress in Public Procurement Payment Terms
Payment deadlines in public procurement have also shown notable improvement. In 2024, the average payment term was set at 18 days for the state and local authorities, compared to 31.7 days for public establishments and enterprises.
According to official data, nearly 90% of the entities involved are now adhering to legal payment deadlines, reflecting efforts to strengthen business trust and facilitate economic activity.
