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Ya Biladi
5 days ago
- Politics
- Ya Biladi
Morocco approves decree to enhance educational support for children with disabilities
The Government Council, meeting on Thursday in Rabat, approved Decree No. 2.23.152 implementing Article 13 of Framework Law 97.13 on the protection and promotion of the rights of persons with disabilities (new version). Presented by Mohamed Saâd Berrada, Minister of National Education, Preschool, and Sports, the decree sets out the composition and functions of the regional commissions established within the Regional Academies of Education and Training, as provided for in Article 13 of Framework Law 97.13. Speaking at a press briefing following the meeting, Mustapha Baitas, Minister Delegate for Relations with Parliament and Government Spokesperson, explained that these commissions are tasked with reviewing the cases of school-aged children with disabilities in educational and training institutions. Their responsibilities include recommending placement or reorientation where needed, as well as monitoring the children's educational progress. Baitas added that the decree specifies the composition of the regional commissions and how they operate. It also empowers the commission president to create, by decision of the director of the relevant Regional Academy, local commissions to oversee the schooling of children with disabilities. Additionally, the regional commissions will prepare annual reports summarizing their activities. These reports will be submitted to the central offices of the Ministry of National Education, Preschool, and Sports; the Ministry of Solidarity, Social Integration, and Family; and the Ministry of Health and Social Protection.
Ya Biladi
23-05-2025
- Business
- Ya Biladi
Morocco to spend 6.2 billion dirhams on livestock replenishment program
Morocco will allocate 6.2 billion dirhams to a livestock replenishment program aimed at reviving herds severely affected by years of drought, Agriculture Minister Ahmed El Bouari announced on Thursday. Spanning 2025–2026, the program will dedicate 3 billion dirhams in 2025 and 3.2 billion in 2026. It includes measures such as debt relief and restructuring for livestock farmers, as well as subsidies for animal feed, Bouari said during a press briefing following the Government Council meeting in Rabat. The program will also support farmers who retain breeding female livestock and will include veterinary campaigns, genetic improvement, and artificial insemination efforts, he added. On May 12, during a Council of Ministers, King Mohammed VI urged the government to implement a livestock replenishment program, emphasizing that support operations should be managed by committees under the supervision of local authorities. This initiative follows the King's February 26 message, in which he urged Moroccans to forgo the Eid Al-Adha sacrifice due to the country's ongoing economic and climate-related hardships that have led to a sharp decline in livestock numbers.
Morocco World
22-05-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
Morocco Launches MAD 6.2 Billion National Program to Restore Livestock Sector
Rabat – Morocco's Minister of Agriculture, Ahmed Bouari, announced on Thursday the launch of a new national program aimed at rebuilding the country's livestock sector and supporting farmers affected by persistent drought and climate fluctuations. The plan allocates MAD 3 billion ($300 million) in funding through the end of 2025, with an additional MAD 3.2 billion ($320 million) earmarked for 2026. The latter will be provided as direct financial support to livestock breeders committed to preserving reproductive females. Speaking at a press briefing following Thursday's Government Council meeting, Minister Bouari emphasized that the initiative aligns with royal directives and is a direct response to the harsh impact of irregular rainfall and prolonged drought on agriculture and pasturelands. The program is built around five main pillars and will be implemented through local committees under clearly defined criteria. The first pillar focuses on relieving livestock farmers of debt. Approximately 50,000 farmers will benefit from debt relief measures worth MAD 700 million ($70 million). These include a 50% cancellation of both principal and interest for debts under MAD 100,000 ($10,000), which covers 75% of the beneficiaries, a 25% cancellation for debts between MAD 100,000 and MAD 200,000 ($10,000–$20,000) covering 11% of the beneficiaries, and the restructuring of larger debts over MAD 200,000 ($20,000+) with a waiver on late penalties. The second pillar allocates MAD 2.5 billion ($250 million) to support livestock feed . This includes subsidies of MAD 1.5 ($0.15) per kilogram for barley (covering 7 million quintals) and MAD 2 ($0.20) per kilogram for mixed feed designated for sheep and goats. The third component targets the preservation of reproductive females. Over 8 million ewes and goats are set to be identified by May 2026. Farmers will receive direct financial aid of MAD 400 ($40) per identified and non-slaughtered female. A fourth pillar involves a nationwide animal health campaign. With a budget of MAD 150 million ($15 million), the campaign will vaccinate and treat 17 million heads of livestock against drought-related diseases. The final pillar focuses on technical support and genetic improvement. MAD 50 million ($5 million) will be allocated to training and assisting breeders in enhancing herd quality. Minister Bouari described the program as a strategic step to address the economic and climate challenges facing Morocco's livestock sector, and called for collective efforts to ensure its success. Tags: Eid Al Adhalivestocklivestock in Morocco
Morocco World
24-04-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
Morocco Strengthens Logistics Sector with AMDL Oversight Reform
Rabat – Morocco's Government Council has approved a decree updating the regulatory framework governing the Moroccan Agency for Logistics Development (AMDL), aligning the agency's oversight with the country's current ministerial structure. The amendment, presented by Minister of Transport and Logistics Abdessamad Kayouh, was enacted through Decree No. 2.25.235. It revises Article 2 of Decree No. 2.12.175 dated May 30, 2012, which had previously placed the AMDL under the authority of the Minister of Equipment and Transport. Under the updated regulation, the agency now falls under the supervision of the Ministry of Transport and Logistics. At a press briefing after the Council meeting, Government Spokesperson Mustapha Baitas said the adjustment places the AMDL under the appropriate administrative authority. He added that this change reflects the evolving institutional framework and priorities within the transport and logistics sector. Established under Law 59.09, the AMDL plays a strategic role in executing Morocco's national logistics strategy and strengthening the country's position in global supply chains. The regulatory update is expected to enhance coordination between the agency's mission and its administrative oversight, contributing to a more efficient and responsive logistics ecosystem. This reform is part of Morocco's broader national strategy to modernize its infrastructure , improve economic performance, and position the kingdom as a key logistics hub on the African continent. In the same session, the Government Council also approved draft decree No. 2.25.339, amending and supplementing Decree No. 2.99.649 of October 6, 1999, concerning the protection and compensation of certain categories of health ministry personnel exposed to professional risks. The new decree, introduced by Minister of Health Amine Tehraoui, is part of the implementation of the High Royal Directives aimed at overhauling the national healthcare system and enhancing its attractiveness, particularly by valuing human resources within the sector. The initiative aligns with the 2021–2026 government program, which emphasizes the development of national human capital. It also builds on the agreement signed on July 23, 2024, between the ministry of health and representative unions in the sector. The updated provisions are designed to provide better protection and fair compensation for health professionals facing occupational hazards.
Morocco World
29-03-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
Morocco Adds Gaming, Fake News Verification to Communications Ministry
Mrirt – The Moroccan government approved a new decree on Friday that significantly expanded the responsibilities of its Communications Department, adding gaming and fake news verification to its duties. During a meeting in Rabat, the Government Council adopted the proposal presented by Mohamed Mehdi Bensaid, Minister of Youth, Culture, and Communication. The new decree (No. 2.24.1143) adds two major responsibilities to the Communication department. First, the newly approved decree is set to develop plans to grow Morocco's video game industry. Second, it will create mechanisms to verify and combat fake news in institutional and public communications. With this adoption, the government says its aim is to modernize the Communications Department's structure to keep pace with rapid developments in media, communications, and digital transformation. The reorganization will establish administrative structures that can effectively implement and monitor the department's projects. The restructuring creates three new directorates while maintaining the current Human Resources and Financial Directorate. The new additions include the Video Game Industry and Information Systems Development Directorate, the Media Studies and Modernization Directorate, and the Communication and Media Relations Directorate. Read also: Morocco Emerges as a Strategic Hub for Africa's Gaming Industry These changes will operate alongside the existing General Secretariat and General Inspectorate. The decree represents Morocco's response to emerging challenges in the digital communication ecosystem, particularly addressing concerns about misinformation while simultaneously investing in growing digital entertainment sectors. Industry experts note that Morocco's gaming industry has shown promising growth potential in recent years, with this formal recognition potentially accelerating the development of local talent and attracting international investment. In January, the Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Communication launched a program that aims to help entrepreneurs in the gaming industry to structure their businesses effectively, ensure their sustainable growth, and enhance technical capabilities in this ever-growing competitive sector. Tags: fake newsgaming in MoroccoMorocco
