Morocco faces operational challenges despite high investment levels

Morocco is experiencing significant investment in infrastructure, industry, energy, and public equipment, driving a profound economic transformation. However, reports indicate that the primary challenge has shifted from theoretical attractiveness to the operational implementation of projects.

Investors face several hurdles, including administrative burdens, execution delays, and the need for greater legal certainty and predictable procedures. While digitalization efforts are underway, the complexity of regulatory applications remains a concern.

Furthermore, a disconnect exists between the labor market and education. Despite a young workforce, unemployment remains high among youth and graduates, while many sectors struggle to recruit qualified technical profiles. There is also a noted “missing middle” in the economy, where many small businesses struggle to scale up, limiting the ability of large-scale projects to stimulate a broader productive network and create sustainable employment.