• Incentives target job creation, regional development, and priority sectors

• Initiative part of wider reforms to boost investment, growth, and youth jobs

Morocco’s Ministry of Investment, Convergence, and Public Policy Evaluation has launched a new support program for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). The initiative was announced during a national meeting held on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.

According to the state news agency Maghreb Arabe Presse (MAP), the program is designed to help these enterprises through tailored assistance adapted to each region’s economic profile, with the goal of promoting balanced development across the country.

The program offers three forms of investment support, covering up to 30% of eligible project costs. These include support for job creation, regional incentives to attract investment to specific areas, and targeted assistance for priority sectors and emerging industries.

“The new program reflects the government’s commitment to supporting businesses through direct incentives, ensuring tangible results that tap into investment potential across all regions,” the Ministry of Investment said in a statement.

SMEs account for 90% of Morocco’s private sector, serving as the backbone of the economy and a key source of jobs and wealth creation, according to Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch.

To improve the business climate, the government has introduced several reforms under its 2023–2026 strategy. These include simplifying investment procedures, enabling online business registration, expanding digital platforms, and shortening payment deadlines.

The new program is part of a broader strategy to position investment as a key driver of economic recovery, inclusive growth, and job creation, particularly for young people.

Lydie Mobio