Significant Legislative Changes in Social Support
The Moroccan government has taken a decisive step forward by approving the draft law number 041.26, which amends and supplements the existing law number 58.23 concerning the direct social support system. This initiative was presented by the Minister Delegate to the Minister of Economy and Finance, responsible for budgetary matters. During a press conference following the weekly government meeting, Mustafa Baïtas, the Minister Delegate for Relations with Parliament and government spokesperson, emphasized that this project aims to bolster the ongoing development of the direct social support system. The goal is to expand the base of beneficiaries from social protection and enhance economic integration, ensuring a functional synergy between social support mechanisms and employment strategies. This alignment seeks to achieve an effective balance between the principles of social justice and the demands of economic development.
Additionally, Baïtas noted that this legislative proposal aligns with the provisions of the framework law number 09.21 related to social protection, particularly article 18, which mandates the review and updating of the relevant legal and regulatory framework. This update is intended to enhance the system's efficacy and adaptability to evolving economic and social conditions. The proposed law aims to address several issues that have arisen since the implementation of the direct social support system in 2023. It introduces a one-time exceptional grant for families who have lost their rights to benefits under the support system due to the declaration of one spouse or the head of the family into the private sector social security system, with the specific duration to be defined by regulatory text.
This approach is designed to encourage formal employment declarations and motivate families to engage in the structured labor market by providing transitional support, thereby ensuring the necessary security for integration into the formal sector. This support will facilitate their smooth transition to higher levels of economic and social development.
Other Legislative Updates and Social Reactions
In a related development, the government has decided to postpone the draft law number 06.25, which involves transforming the National Airports Office into a joint-stock company, to a future cabinet meeting. Meanwhile, there has been significant unrest within the legal community, as various Bar Associations in Morocco have criticized the proposed legal profession law, warning of potential threats to the independence of the legal profession. The situation has sparked widespread concern among legal practitioners, who fear that the amendments may undermine their autonomy.
In other news, Marrakech is experiencing a heatwave today, with temperatures expected to rise significantly. Additionally, King Mohammed VI has sent congratulations to the President of the Presidential Leadership Council of Yemen. On the sports front, the local team, Kawkab Marrakech, is set to face MC Kenitra in a crucial match aimed at recovering lost points. Market stalls for sacrificial animals in Marrakech are currently witnessing stagnation, as citizens await a drop in prices ahead of the upcoming holiday. Furthermore, the Marrakech-Safi region has issued a warning regarding a heatwave, with temperatures potentially reaching between 34 and 42 degrees Celsius. Despite these challenges, this agricultural season is showing positive indicators for a resurgence in crop production.
As reported by marrakech7.com.
