War in Iran and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz are driving up oil prices. Facing this situation, Morocco’s economy is suffering significant cost increases that are reviving fears of strong inflation.
A monumental gas pipeline project linking Nigeria to Morocco promises to revolutionize the energy market. Stretching across thirteen countries, this major infrastructure aims to secure and diversify Europe’s gas supply by 2031.
A 53-year-old trade union activist has been sentenced to five months in prison in Morocco. He is accused of inciting protest on social media following the surge in energy prices.
Despite the geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, the Ministry of Transport and Logistics assures that the supply of kerosene remains stable. The authorities rule out any exceptional measures for air and maritime navigation in the Kingdom.
Faced with the surge in fuel prices, the CDT is calling on Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch this Tuesday. The union is demanding emergency measures and a return to price regulation to protect the purchasing power of Moroccan households.
Faced with tensions in the Middle East and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz , maritime transport giants are diverting their ships around the Cape of Good Hope. This strategic reconfiguration strengthens the major logistical role of the Tanger Med port.
In March 2026, a report assesses Morocco as the fourth country most exposed to a global energy collapse. This alarming position, highlighted after the oil price surge, is explained by a massive dependence on imports.
In search of energy security, the Spanish government is officially relaunching its relations with Algeria, its historical natural gas supplier . This diplomatic rapprochement shows the uncomfortable position of Madrid, forced to constantly juggle between its economic imperatives in Algiers and its recently consolidated strategic alliance with Rabat.
A prolonged closure of the Strait of Ormuz directly threatens emerging economies. Morocco is among the countries most exposed to a risk of recession if this geopolitical blockade exceeds the three-month mark.
The South African automotive industry is going through a turbulent period, leading industry giants to rethink their strategy. Faced with these uncertainties, Morocco is increasingly emerging as the industrial fallback base for Stellantis and Volkswagen.
Pump prices are soaring as of this Monday, March 16 in Morocco. Diesel jumps by 2 dirhams and gasoline by 1.44 dirhams, a surge directly linked to disruptions in the global oil market and tensions in the Middle East.
The global surge in kerosene prices , fueled by geopolitical tensions, is weighing on airlines operating in Morocco. Despite a likely increase in fares, experts remain optimistic about the Kingdom’s tourism attractiveness for 2026.