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CGEM Strengthens Private Sector Voice in Morocco’s Parliament and AFCON 2025 Preparations
The General Confederation of Moroccan Enterprises (CGEM) occupies a strategic position within Morocco’s House of Councillors, commonly referred to as the second chamber of Parliament.
With eight representatives seated in the chamber, the private sector plays an active role in legislative debates and the shaping of national economic policy.
This parliamentary presence enables the CGEM to relay the everyday realities and concerns of Moroccan entrepreneurs directly to lawmakers. Speaking during a meeting with African journalists in Morocco, organised by the National Association of Media and Publishers (ANME), CGEM’s Communications Director Marwa Tellal explained that the organisation’s role is firmly non-partisan.
“CGEM members raise questions related to the realities of the business world and participate in draft finance laws, contributing to the amendment process,” Tellal said, while stressing the Confederation’s apolitical stance.
In preparation for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which Morocco will host, the CGEM has played a central coordinating role in mobilising the private sector to maximise the tournament’s economic impact.
The Confederation facilitated the participation of Moroccan companies in key infrastructure projects linked to the competition, particularly stadium construction and renovation. In total, 110 companies were involved in works across the host venues, with projects executed over a period of 15 to 18 months.
Beyond its domestic influence, the CGEM positions itself as a key platform for economic cooperation between Morocco, Africa, and Europe. The organisation aims to reinforce Morocco’s status as an industrial and commercial hub by supporting large-scale, structuring projects across the region.
This vision was reaffirmed during the second edition of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Business Forum, recently held in Marrakech, where the CGEM renewed its commitment to working closely with African business associations and development partners to deliver high-impact economic initiatives.
Today, the CGEM represents nearly 90,000 companies, grouped under 50 professional organisations and federations, underscoring the private sector’s role as a major engine of Morocco’s economic growth.
Through its institutional presence, regional partnerships, and involvement in flagship events such as AFCON 2025, the CGEM continues to position Moroccan enterprise at the heart of both national development and continental cooperation.
