The Moroccan labour market is governed by a comprehensive set of laws, regulations, policies and conventions that regulate the actions of the various actors (employers, employees, state and organisations representing them).
The Moroccan Labour Code was developed with input and support from a wide range of economic and social operators and was published in 2004. This code alongside the collective agreements help setting the framework and rules of the game in the market , and serve as a support for public policies on employment.
Morocco has nearly 26 employees' unions, the main union confederations of the country are the Moroccan Workers' Union (UMT), the Democratic Confederation of Labour (CDT), the Democratic Labor Federation (FDT), the National Union of Labor in Morocco (UNTM) and the General Union of Moroccan Workers (UGTM) .
The General Confederation of Moroccan Enterprises (CGEM) is the main employers' organisation in Morocco with 90,000 members and affiliates. Thus, representing about 14% of employers in the Kingdom, including medium-sized and large companies.
CGEM defends the interests of Moroccan companies with public and social authorities. The Confederation is also committed to improving the business environment and international investment through its 52 business councils.
The minimum wage in industry, trade and services is set at MAD 2,571 per month (which is about USD 267). Almost 40% of employment is in the agricultural sector, 20% in the industrial sector, and 40% of jobs are in the services sector.
In addition, the National Agency for the Promotion of Employment and Competencies (ANAPEC), which acts as a public institution, was established in 2000, with the aim of supporting job seekers, through providing training for them and matching their skills with labour market needs.
This agency manages three active employment programmes, namely: Idmaj (provides wage subsidies for unemployed graduates), Te'hil (provides training for young people) and Moukawalati (promotes entrepreneurship through trainings and financial assistance).
Over sixty private recruitment agencies are active in Morocco, 40 of which are based in Casablanca.
