Morocco’s population has grown by nearly 3 million in the past decade, reaching about 36.8 million as of September 1, 2024, according to the latest census data, announced by the government Thursday, according to a report by Africanews. The census also showed a significant jump in the number of households, which rose by 1.96 million to reach a total of 9.27 million. Conducted in September, the seventh national census aims to provide insights to guide informed policies and strategic planning at both national and local levels.
As the second most populous country in the Maghreb, Morocco has experienced substantial demographic and social changes. A 2011 UNDP report highlighted a sharp decrease in fertility rates, dropping from 5.5 children per woman in earlier decades to 2.3, reflecting broader economic progress and improvements in human development indicators. Authorities reportedly hope that the updated data will further support Morocco’s growth goals and help enhance public services and infrastructure across the nation.
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