Average Payment Delays of Public Institutions in March 2026
In a recent disclosure, the Ministry of Economy and Finance has reported that public institutions and enterprises in Morocco had an average payment delay of 34.7 days for the month of March 2026. This figure is part of the ongoing monitoring efforts undertaken by the Directorate of Public Enterprises and Privatization, which is responsible for tracking payment practices within public entities. The data was officially published on the ministry's portal on May 6, 2026, specifically in the section dedicated to the Observatory of Payment Delays.
Insights from the Directorate of Public Enterprises
The Directorate highlighted that this average payment period reflects the ongoing efforts to improve financial accountability and transparency within public sectors. The 34.7 days average signifies a noteworthy update since the ministry first initiated the official publication of payment delays on October 31, 2019. The commitment to regularly update these statistics demonstrates a proactive approach to ensure that public institutions adhere to fair payment practices, thus fostering healthier business environments for suppliers and contractors alike.
As reported by quid.ma.
