Morocco is preparing a reform of its policy toward Moroccans abroad . But within the very administration responsible for this issue, a union denounces a retreat in social, cultural and educational programs, as well as internal management that has allegedly weakened the sector.
Transport operators in Souss-Massa are denouncing a paradoxical situation: while the state is helping them absorb part of the cost of fuel, tax audits would now be imposing adjustments on them that, according to their union, could push some companies into bankruptcy.
After a period of heightened tensions and a freeze on discussions, the management of the Renault plant in Tanger and the Moroccan Workers’ Union concluded an agreement providing substantial salary increases for 2026.
In Morocco, the National Federation of Education (FNE, affiliated with the Moroccan Labor Union) calls for strong and immediate mobilization after the violent assault of a teacher by a student that led to her death.
Councilor Khalid Es-Satte, representative of the National Union of Labor in Morocco (UNTM), is concerned about the massive food poisoning in Marrakech and is calling on the Minister of Agriculture, Maritime Fisheries, Rural Development and Water and Forests to strengthen the monitoring of establishments, especially with the approach of the summer season marked by the massive arrival of tourists and Moroccans residing abroad (MREs).
The Moroccan Union of Labor (UMT) is outraged by the decision of Itissalat Al-Maghrib (IAM-Maroc Telecom) to reduce the profit margin of merchants on recharge cards.
In Morocco, labor inspectors began a strike on November 4 that will continue until November 20. They accuse Employment Minister Mohamed Amekraz of "prevaricating" in the face of their list of demands.
The Moroccan Labor Union (UMT) denounced the social solidarity contribution contained in the 2021 Finance Bill. It notably mentioned a tax injustice, based on a system of double standards.
The strike initiated by the property agents could lead to the accumulation of garbage in the streets of Casablanca . These agents are demanding the satisfaction of their claim file.
The increase in the minimum wage which is to take effect on July 1st is considered suicidal for the bankrupt sectors. Moroccan business leaders are calling for a postponement of its implementation.
While the covid-19 allowance granted to employees and needy families is ending on June 30, the unions are asking the government council and the Economic Monitoring Committee (CVE) for an extension.